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A Tasquinha do Bruno

GARDENING Portuguese forna in the marquis

The Best Guide to the Eastern

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GOLF TIP

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PEOPLE

Meet the makers of Chilli Boy Piri-Piri

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... to your March issue. In this month's packed issue we take you on a Jeep Safari tour, up to the hills of the East Algarve towards Spain, on to Alcoutim, and return on a relaxing cruise along the Guadiana river down to V.R.S. Ant贸nio, an educational, fun trip not to be missed. We spice things up meeting the couple behind the locally produced Chilli Boy Piri-Piri range of sauces, pickles, jams and oils and introduce you to Bruno Neto, owner of the recently opened 'A Tasquinha do Bruno', Santa Luzia's newest Tapas, Gin and Wine bar.

Regular features include Finance news from Blevins Franks and All Finance Matters, a currency update from PremierFX, local sports news from Chris Wright plus information about the exciting Footgolf Algarve Masters to be held here in the East Algarve at Colina Verde Sports Resort.

Finally we'd like to wish all our readers a very Happy Easter, and hope you enjoy the issue.

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PUBLISHER & DESIGNER Richard Bassett EDITOR Richard Bassett EDITORIAL CO-ORDINATORS Richard Bassett Snr. ADVERTISING Call 961 700 200 or email info@eastalgarvemag.com DISTRIBUTION 3,500 copies printed.

All advertisers are issued copies for distribution, along with retail outlets.

COVER PHOTO Richard Bassett.

All rights reserved. Except for normal review purposes, no part of this magazine may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Every care has been taken in the preparation of this magazine, but the contents are only meant as a guide to readers. The proprietors of this magazine are publishers not agents or sub agents of those who advertise therein.

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NOTICE BOARD Your messages.

NEWS

Local news.

WHAT’S ON Easter celebration.

HEALTH

The wonders of massage.

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PEOPLE

A Tasquinha do Bruno.

TOURS

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Take a Safari trip and a cruise along the Guadiana river.

PEOPLE

Who's behind Chilli Boy Piri Piri.

PUZZLES

Try out our numbers & words puzzle.

PROPERTY

Spring clean your property.

PROPERTY

Property of the month.

GARDENING

Portuguese flora in the marquis.

FINANCE

News from Blevins Franks.

CURRENCY ADVICE From Premier Fx.

FINANCE

Finance news from Ricardo Chaves.

SPORT

The latest from Chris Wright.

SPORT

Pro Tip from Bradley Dye.

CLASSIFIEDS Grab a local bargain.

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News

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lcoutim council has failed to sell its Guadiana River Hotel within the 60 day window, and now is offering the property for lease with an option to buy.

The hotel has been closed for years and mayor Osvaldo dos Santos Gonçalves said that as the business had failed to sell at an asking price of €1,3 million, the council now is happy to lease it with the bonus of offering permission to extend the property on land currently occupied by a tennis court.

This extension could add up to 20 rooms which with the current 32 could make the business viable; investors currently judge this is not the case.

The hotel in Alcoutim was built in the 80s by the council and leased to the Fernando Barata Hotel Group.

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With a total area of 7,920m2, the hotel is about a kilometer from the centre of the town on the banks of the Guadiana river.

"Alcoutim is an area with high tourist potential and where hotels are scarce.

Companies already engaged in the hotel business with the financial muscle to lease the property are welcome to apply."

The terms and conditions are on the council’s website www.cm-alcoutim. pt and plans are available at the town hall.

One big plus point is the pending approval for a 200-megawatt photovoltaic power plant to be installed on 800 hectares in nearby Martinlongo and Vaqueiros. The hotel easily could serve an influx of construction workers while it gets going.

Tavira announces extensive roadworks

xtensive roadworks in Tavira started on Wednesday (February 10) on Avenida Zeca Afonso and Rua Jorge Corvo, and will continue over several other local roads until April. Costing €213,000, the work is designed to “improve road traffic and safety”. Information on where and when diversions will be in place can be found at www.cm-tavira.pt

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Police confiscate twotonne shipment of hashish in Tavira

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two-tonne shipment of hashish was seized by PJ police in Tavira in the early hours of Wednesday morning (February 24).

The drugs were shipped in on a boat by three men and left inside a parked truck on the banks of the Gilão River.

The plan was likely to smuggle the drugs into Spain, said the PJ. The boat crew and two others linked to the same drug dealing network were arrested.

Olhão installs lighting at outdoor gym

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ED lighting is to be installed at Olhão’s outdoor gym this month to make it “safer” to be used at night. The gym, boasting several fitness machines, is located on the town’s riverside. The choice of LED lights is due to the fact they consume “less energy and money”, says the council.

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Source: portugalresident.com

Alcoutim Council's 'Guadiana River Hotel' for lease as it failed to sell

What's on

Don't miss...

If there's one event not to miss this March, this is it!

'Festa das Tochas Floridas' Easter Flower Festival, São Bras

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pend your Easter (“Pascoa” in Portuguese) experiencing a traditional Portuguese village religious event. The Festa das Tochas Floridas (Festival of Flower Torches) takes place on Easter Sunday to celebrate the Christian belief of the resurrection.

This unique celebration is an annual event in the Algarvian community of São Bras de Alportel.

Get to São Bras early and walk through the city center to see the streets adorned with a carpet of fresh flowers. At 11:00 the Resurrection Procession begins. Men carry beautifully crafted tall “torches” of flowers along a route that ends at the Igreja Matriz. Throughout the procession, the men sing a chorus of “Ressuscitou como disse! Aleluia!

Aleluia! Aleluia!”, which means “Risen, as he said. Hallelujah!

Hallelujah! Hallelujah!”

The day’s events for 27 March 2016 follow: 09:30 – Opening of streets in assessing the carpet of flowers 10:00 – Opening of the Meeting Flavors in Largo St. Sebastian 10:00 – Opening of the Crafts Exhibition outside the Igreja Matriz 10:00 – Mass of Resurrection at Igreja Matriz 11:00 – Resurrection Procession with the Flowered Torches 13:00 – Eucharist at Igreja Matriz 15:30 – Cultural Afternoon at Igreja Matriz Crafts show and booths selling regional sweets and snacks take place throughout the afternoon.

An awards presentation honoring the most creative torches and balconies will be a highlight. Various activities and entertainment are also part of this day of celebration. Festa das Tochas Floridas Largo da Igreja São Bras de Alportel Algarve.

DAYS TO REMEMBER IN 2016

Here’s your handy cut out & keep guide to the 2016 bank holidays and important days to remember, with compliments of the East Algarve magazine.

Jan 1 Fri............. New Year's Day Feb 9 Tues.......... Carnival/Shrove Tuesday Mar 20 Sun........ March equinox Mar 25 Fri.......... Good Friday Mar 27 Sun........ Easter Day Mar 27 Sun........ Daylight Saving Time starts Apr 25 Mon........ Liberty Day May 1 Sun.......... Labor Day / May Day Jun 10 Fri.......... Portugal Day

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Jun 20 Mon........ June Solstice Aug 15 Mon........ Assumption of Mary Sep 22 Thur........ September equinox Oct 30 Sun......... Daylight Saving Time ends Dec 8 Thur.......... Immaculate Conception Dec 21 Wed........ December Solstice Dec 24 Sat......... Christmas Eve Dec 25 Sun......... Christmas Day Dec 31 Sat......... New Year's Eve

Season National holiday Season Clock change National holiday Season Observance National holiday Observance

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Health

Massage:

At Fisioclube Fuzeta you can enjoy a relaxing massage for 30€ for a period of 60 minutes. Call and schedule your massage. Only in March, enjoy!

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assage can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health and well-being.

See if it's right for you.

Massage is no longer available only through luxury spas and upscale health clubs. Today, massage therapy is offered in businesses, clinics, hospitals and even airports.

If you've never tried massage, learn about its possible health benefits and what to expect during a massage therapy session.

What is massage?

Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Massage may range from light stroking to deep pressure.

Benefits of massage Massage is generally considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.

Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension, as well as a

huge number of others.

Beyond the benefits for specific conditions or diseases, some people enjoy massage because it often produces feelings of caring, comfort and connection.

Risks of massage Most people can benefit from massage. However, massage may not be appropriate if you have: Bleeding disorders or take bloodthinning medication Burns or healing wounds Deep vein thrombosis Fractures Some forms of massage can leave you feeling a bit sore the next day.

But massage shouldn't ordinarily be painful or uncomfortable. If any part of your massage doesn't feel right or is painful, speak up right away. Most serious problems come from too much pressure during massage.

What you can expect during a massage You don't need any special preparation for massage. Before a massage therapy session starts, your massage therapist should ask you about any symptoms, your medical history and what you're

hoping to get out of massage. Your massage therapist should explain the kind of massage and techniques he or she will use.

Depending on preference, your massage therapist may use oil or lotion to reduce friction on your skin.

Tell your massage therapist if you might be allergic to any ingredients.

A massage session may last from 10 to 90 minutes, depending on the type of massage and how much time you have. No matter what kind of massage you choose, you should feel calm and relaxed during and after your massage.

If a massage therapist is pushing too hard, ask for lighter pressure.

Occasionally you may have a sensitive spot in a muscle that feels like a knot. It's likely to be uncomfortable while your massage therapist works it out. But if it becomes painful, speak up.

Visit Fisioclube, in March you can enjoy a relaxing massage full body (neck, sholders, back, legs, head, face and feet) for only thirty euros for a period of 60 minutes. Call and schedule your massage. We can improve your quality of life!

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Special offers for March • Full body relaxing with a mini facial (90 mins) - 35€

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The candle melts into a warm sumptuous massage oil. This warm oil of natural butters can then be drizzled over the skin for a wonderful massage treatment to melt away tension and delicately nourish skin.

The massage lasts for aprox 1 hour and will leave you feeling Relaxed , Rejuvenated and Renewed.

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Dining

TAPAS, GIN Serving freshly prepared Tapas, fine wines and a great selection of Gins, A Tasquinha do Bruno is not to be missed!

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ositioned on the edge of the beautiful Ria Formosa national Park, Santa Luzia is a pretty, traditional fishing village famous for Octopus fishing.

Bruno Neto has undertaken extensive renovations of a charming old building near to the main church in the heart of the village and created the chic and cool Tasqhina Bruno, bistro bar. Bruno explained that his family had holidayed from Lisbon for many years in their additional home in nearby Pedras d’el Rei. He has always loved the area and after moving to Germany in 2007 to study hotel management, he met his wife and decided to return with his family in 2014. After a year of hard work Bruno completed the restoration of the building (previously a 1950’s bar and later a storage area for the nearby store.

Bruno has a passion for collecting antique and vintage items and this hobby has been brought into the stylish and funky feel to the fashionable interior, from the old radio players and singer sewing machine tables.

The wonderful aroma of fresh herbs meets you as you enter Bruno’s “Tapas and Gins”, speciality bistro. Bruno opened in 2015 with colleague Vanda, who is from Santa Luzia and together they can prepare a special menu of

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fresh Tapas, any international drink and of course Gin. They already have many local and foreign clients who return for the tremendous choice of mouth watering drinks, such as gin strawberry, ginger gin, martini, vodkas, wine, beer and special sangria. Together with coffees (from Irish Coffees to a bica), a wide section of fruit teas, honey, mint and lemon infused with aromatic herbs and spices as well as locally prepared cakes and pastries. The menu is extensive including Muxama...tuna fish with olive oil, tomato mozzarella, pimentos padron, and salad polvo torrados.

Why not delight your taste buds with green peppers and garlic, or a fabulous cheese and meat platter, together with fillets of cavala and sardinhas.

Santa Luzia is only 3km from Tavira and has its own purpose built cycle path.

The route is safe, along a quiet road and suitable for all levels of cyclists. There is ample parking in the small square close to the sunny terrace. Whether it's a selection of delightful tapas, a special aromatic gin or the menu of the day, Bifanhas, drink and coffee from an amazing 4.80 euros, you will be sure to receive a very warm welcome from Bruno and Vanda. We wish them great success in the future.

Email: brunonetto@hotmail.com Address: Largo da Igreja 8800-546, Santa Luzia Tavira Tel: +351 962 030 252

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Carnival

F E R R Y P O I N T COCKTAIL BAR, TAVIRA

LIVE MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT

BLUES, SOUL & ROCK'N ROLL PLUS THE SOUNDS OF ELVIS • GREAT COCKTAILS • FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE • YOU CHOOSE THE MUSIC • THEMED NIGHTS: REGGAE / CHARTS / MOTOWN IN TAVIRA TOWN, LOCATED NEXT TO THE TAVIRA ISLAND FERRY. OPEN 6PM-2AM THURSDAYS, 6PM - 3AM FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS. TELEPHONE: 961 700 200 EMAIL: ANGE.HEAPEY@HOTMAIL.COM FERRY POINT BAR TAVIRA

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Tours

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s the winter draws to an end we all look forward to the warmer weather and the chance to take advantage of the wealth of outdoor activities here to enjoy.

Whether a visitor or lucky enough to live and work here, The Super Safari and Guadiana River Cruise is sure to please. Headed by Renato Jose Rodriques D’Oliveira who founded the company Riosultravel in 1986.

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The company is also closely linked to Guaditur Lda founded in 1976 and the two sister companies combine to provide an alternative to beach tourism, offering environmental adventures in all terrain vehicles and boat tours along the stunning Guadiana River. Renato and his team of very friendly drivers and informative guides give you the chance to see the real countryside where time seems to have stood still

and where you’ll find self sufficient eco friendly and sustainable people living and working from the land.

With a fleet of 10 Land Rover jeeps, bikes and asphalt biking, canoes and a boat with a maximum capacity of 150 people, RioSul dedicates itself to promoting a different Portugal, with routes and trails in various parts of the country, but especially in the area of the Rio Guadiana, Alentejo and the Algarve mountains.

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Tours

The Guadiana River flows east to west through Spain and south through Portugal, then forms the Spanish-Portuguese border. It flows into the Gulf of C谩diz, part of the Atlantic Ocean, between Vila Real de Santo Ant贸nio (Portugal) and Ayamonte (Spain).

Discover the real Algarve in the Land Rover jeeps through the nature reserve, mountains and timeless villages. The resident Flamingos

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can be seen and there are countless opportunities along the way to photograph the bird life and flowers.

Along the route the informative and enthusiastic drivers take you to experience the panoramic views from the top of the Castro Marim Castle and Fort, the Sapal Natural Reserve of Castro Marim, (the salt evaporation ponds and the Flora de Sal) and explain about the traditions of the cork harvesting, as well as

local basket and bread making.

Watch the locals carry out their traditions and visit an organic farm to taste the natural and organic products such as, carob butter, fig marmalade and chutney, as well as natural olive oil and the famous sea salt from Castro Marim. You will get a chance to see the Odeleite water reservoir, which provides water storage for half of the Algarve and was recently photographed from a

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plane by a visitor who has compared it to the famous Chinese Blue Dragon. This is the “other” Algarve, filled with charisma and beauty, distant from the tourist beaches of golden sand and close to the low altitude charming mountain side.

The trip includes a typical Algarvian lunch served at “Quinta do Rio” based in the sleepy village of Foz de Odeleite. It is right in the heart of the tranquil mountains, and a protected

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area of Arabic influence. Here you can swim, enjoy a drink in the beautiful surroundings and savour your lunch, served by the team who will keep you entertained with traditional music and singing. After lunch you make your way to the boat dock to cruise the hour and a half journey along the calming, scenic river back to Vila Real. On board you can relax take in the scenery and ambience with a hot or cold

drink or two from the bar, whist the crew entertain. Fun, informative and relaxing, a real experience which we would highly recommend.

Very many thanks to Renato and the team it, was a pleasure to meet them.

For more details of this tour and others on offer, please contact: www.riosultravel.com T+351 281 510 201 Mob: 962 012 112 reservas@riosultravel.com

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People

CHILLI BOY PIRI-PIRI Made locally in Tavira, meet Viv and Avril Thomas, the people behind the Piri - Piri taking the Algarve by storm.

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efore retiring a few years ago, Viv Thomas was an international glamour photographer, working for magazines around the world such as Penthouse, Hustler, High Society and many more. His company also produced Adult Movies for the likes of Playboy TV and Hustler TV, not to mention his own brand of movies, working 7 days a week, all year round.

When he retired it soon became obvious that he was going to need something to do to keep him occupied. “Over the years, friends and family had been onto me about marketing my Piri Piri Oil and writing a cookbook, so I thought, why not keep myself busy doing something that I truly love, firstly cooking and

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experimenting with spicy oils and sauces.”

Viv explained that his keen interest and passion for Piri Piri and Chillies dates back to his many years living in Swaziland. Sandwiched between South Africa and Mozambique he lived there for 17 years and has now lived permanently in Portugal for 10 years. His cooking has been greatly influenced by the Portuguese but it was in Swaziland that a very good friend “Manuel”, an ex-Mozambican and restaurant owner where Viv often helped out in the kitchen or assisted behind the bar where he developed his love for Piri Piri Chicken. Manuel’s LM Prawns (butter flied with garlic butter and Piri Piri), was a speciality and this is what got Viv’s interest in Piri Piri oils and sauces. He then

went on to experiment for over 20 years, finally establishing the “Chilli Boy Piri Piri” Brand.

With the encouragement of friends and family he has impressively published his first cookery book, “Chilliboys Kitchen” and has his 2nd planned “I’m no chef but I can cook”.

Initially Viv and his charming wife Avril had produced their own chilli oil products and supplied local businesses but decided to officially start “Chilliboy”. The name came about from Viv’s passion for Rugby.

It came from a South African player called Chilliboy Rapalella. Now based in Tavira they have seen their business grow from strength to strength and amazingly supply not only local business, gourmet shops and private orders they also sell from

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their website. The extensive “Chilli boy” range includes: Chilli Boy Salad Oil, Chilli Boy Cooking Paste which has the “Chilli Boy’s gold star winner at the Great taste awards in England”, Chilli Boy Strawberry Chilli Jam, Chilli Boy Ground Chilli Powder, Chilli Boy Pickled Chillies, Hot hot hot pickled chillies, very good chopped and sprinkled on pasta, pizza and stews, and of course Chilli Boy Piri Piri Oil, a traditional hot and spicy virgin olive oil that is renowned as a truly Portuguese product.

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Almost all Portuguese families have a secret recipe and it is one of these guarded recipes that Chilli Boy was fortunate enough to come by. Finally there are the spicey olives and chutney, plus the very latest addition to the ChilliBoy Stable, their “Hot az Hell” Piri Piri oil, made from a blend of the Mouroga Scorpian Red Chilli (1.5m on the scoval scale), the Naga Chilli (1.2m), and the Carolina reaper (2.2m).

Herbs and spices are blended together in virgin olive oil to give

flavour to meats, and poultry, for stews, grills, barbecues and marinades.

The whole production takes place from home in Tavira, even down to Viv's wife Avril hand painting each individual jar with the product name.

You can find more details on www. chilliboy.com or facebook Chilli Boy Piri Piri.

Many thanks to Viv and Avril it was a pleasure to meet them, we hope you the chance to try some of the “hot stuff” soon.

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Puzzles

BRAIN TRAINING

This months numbers and word puzzle from local author and artist Yives Gowb's.

Why not give it a go and let us know how you get on.

(Answers at the bottom of the classifieds page).

ROE + ELK DEER

OVER - TH E MOON

Clue: L=8

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PARK & RIDE Clue: R=8

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Hub The

CAFE

Welcome to the Hub cafe, Santa Rita in the East Algarve. Located just off the EN125, a few minutes from Monte Rei Golf, you'll find this friendly family run cafe/bar, which has become the 'hub' of this picturesque village.

Meet owners Robert and Stacey and daughter Billie who works there most days.

Casas Villagio, also owned and run by Robert and Stacey is a small holiday letting company consisting of four beautifully restored houses, all within walking distance of the Hub cafe/bar.

For more details on their properties visit their website www.casasvillagio.com

BRAND NEW KITCHEN NOW OPEN, SERVING: FULL TRADITIONAL ENGLISH BREAKFAST, SNACKS, DINNERS, TAPAS AND PASTRIES.

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LARGE SCREEN 160cm TV WITH SKY SPORT, BT SPORTS + SPORT TV

HOMEMADE PIES; Try our fantastic new summer selection of homemade pies.

PLUS a variety of English snacks HOMEMADE DAILY SELECTION OF CAKES, DESERTS AND PETTISERRIES BOARD GAMES FOR YOUNG AND OLD I PAD STATIONS, FREE WIFI LARGE CHALK BOARD FOR THE YOUNGSTERS TO ENTERTAIN THE OLDIES OR VICE VERSA!

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Gabigest 4 Bed Private Villa, Foupana.

A very light and spacious villa, newly built located in a beautiful protected area, facing south, in a large private plot with views to the sea. Plot 63.620 m2, house 199m2.

Ref.1031-1785 €690.000 3 Bed Cottage, S.Catarina.

This pretty renovated semi-detached 3 bedroom cottage is located in beautiful countryside with fantastic views. Plot 560 m2, house 135 m2. Ref 1030-1779 €200.000 3 Bed Villa, Estoi.

A very private villa in excellent condition, located in a rural area on the top of a hill, open and panoramic views towards the hills and country. Plot 8.600m2, house 179m2.

Ref 1009-1781 €405.000 2 Bed Townhouse, Tavira An extremely well presented townhouse located in a popular urbanisation. Open plan lounge/dining room leading to the courtyard.

Walking distance to town.

House 154 m2.

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he winter period is almost over. Spring is just around the corner, always a wonderful time of the year.

It also means the annual spring clean is upon us, which is especially important for those who want to sell their property. A well presented and maintained house sells quicker and is more likely to achieve a higher price. If you are not living here or are unable to do this your self, there are companies who can assist you with this.

If there is ever a time to present your property at its best, it is now as the market continues to improve. The increase in the transaction volume of sales in 2015 is continuing in 2016 and property prices are rising.

On average the value of a property appreciated by 5% last year. We see this trend continue this year.

Now that the market has turned the average price of a property can quickly rebound further, leaving would be buyers with the feeling that they are missing the market.

During the crisis the attitude of many would be buyers was one of wait and see, rent first and buy later. This worked well in a declining market.

However, with property prices rising again today’s buyers are keen to proceed quickly and the eagerness of some is almost tangible and reminiscent of the years 2004 and 2005.

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If you are currently trying to sell your home, there is a good chance that it has been on the market for some time. Although there is less supply, buyers still have ample choice so make sure your property stands out. In addition to the spring clean and the removal of all clutter, take a good, hard look at the outside of your property. We all know curb appeal is important. Tidy up the gardens where needed, paint/repair the fence, remove old building materials and clutter. The outside wood work should be in good condition and if this is not the case, I’m afraid you should get it repaired and repainted. Try to spruce up the garden the day prior to the viewing.

With an improving market, this can be the year that you succeed in selling your property.

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RUSSELL & DECOZ REAL ESTATE Tel: 00351 289 792 785 Mobile 963 085 580 Email: sales@russell-decoz.com Peace, quiet and privacy guaranteed from this one level country villa.

Sitting at the highest point of a beautiful gently sloping plot with extensive views over the unspoilt Algarvian countryside - there is even a glimpse of the sea available. * Borehole * Water softener * Underground cistern * Sat dish * pool 7.5 x 4 mtr * Automatic PH regulator * Automatic irrigation * old trees for shade * double glazing - shutters * 3 phase electricity with cheap rate meter * wood burner * Storage room * Prepared for central heating * Covered terrace - BBQ * Fossa * Laundry room * roof terrace.

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Traditional Two Bedroom Villa with Country View 197,500€ Ref: 4055933

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Set on a slight slope with main entrance on the first floor. The garden is just the right size to relax and enjoy the sun, or shade with its large palm tree. São Brás is just a 5-minute drive, Tavira only 25 minutes. This beautiful villa would be perfect as a holiday or permanent home

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Explore the exciting colours of the Algarves spring flower

he Algarve’s marquis has a rich flora, typically that of Mediterranean and Southern European species containing some of the most colourful plant communities, which are fully adapted to surviving the long, hot dry summers. Like the heathlands of northern Europe, they are dominated by evergreen shrubs, though these are of a very different type to those found on the heaths.

Many areas of the marquis reflect man’s interference with nature. Occurring naturally on the edges of the evergreen forest and the coast, but they can be seen as the first stage of degeneration from forest to bare ground.

The marquis vegetation is made up with geophytes and bulborous plants, which rest below ground during the hot summers, to the annuals that flower in the spring, setting seeds for the future generations and dense twiggy shrubs with small, leathery and often aromatic leaves. The intense sunshine builds up the levels of essential oils in the plants and on a hot summers day the air may be heavy with their scent.

Most species are found in the coastal regions or the Barrocal with the Northern regions of the marquis having much less interest. One species found in the Northern region providing large areas of cover is the Cistus ladanifer which can grow to 1.5m high with large white flowers, but like many of the Cistus species, only holds its flowers for a few days, although it has had in the past a commercial value with the sap being used in the perfume industry and the wood being used as a fuel to fire outdoor ovens in bread making.

When it comes to ground flora in the Northern region, it is scarce in species compared to the more coastal regions, but Erica species such as Erica australis and Erica arborea along with lavender including the green lavender, Lavandula viridiscan, the crocus like Romulea bulbocodium and the champagne orchid, Orchis morio.

The Barrocal in contrast has a rich flora and a large number of the region's 20 orchids can be seen here, but these flower in March

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and April so you need to explore early to see them.

For those interested in these wonderful plants I have included a list of some of the species which is in the order they are known to flower.

Ophrys fusca Orchis lactea Aceras anthropophorium Ophrys bombyliflora O. vemixia O. lutea Orchis mascula O. italica O. morio Anacamptis pyramidalis Neotinea maculate Cephalanthera longifolia Ophrys scolopax O. apifera Serapius lingua S. parviflora Epipoctis helleborine The spring flora has a vast array of species to be seen, some of which are native to Portugal whilst others have been introduced. The range of colours is fantastic, from the white of Cistus monspeliensis through the yellows of the Anemone palmate and the Tulipa sylvestris ssp australis to the purples of the scabiosa atropurpurea, Gladiolus illyricus, Lavandula steochas ssp luisieri and the fratllaria lusitanica, the reds of the corn poppies, Papaver rhoeas and the electric blue of the Scilla peruviana. Mixing these with the trio of narcissus in white and yellows you can appreciate the wonders spring flowers bring to the Algarve.

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Expert financial advice

By Gavin Scott, Senior Partner, Blevins Franks

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state planning is one of those tasks that is easy to keep putting off, but do not risk leaving it too late or your estate may not be distributed as you wish, and your heirs could end up paying more tax than they need have.

You need to review your estate planning after a move to Portugal, and plan to ensure that the people you want to benefit, benefit, and to

Under the new EU succession regulation the default position is now that the law of your country of habitual residence applies! reduce the amount the government takes from your loved ones in tax.

INHERITANCE TAX Stamp duty - Portugal’s version of inheritance tax – only applies to assets in Portugal and close relatives are exempt. Depending on who your heirs are, they may be liable for this tax. Also, there is speculation that the new government could start to tax worldwide inheritances over €1m.

If you remain a UK domicile, as most British expatriates do, your worldwide estate is liable to UK inheritance tax. You need to plan now to minimise the tax liability for your heirs. Choose arrangements which also provide tax benefits for your own retirement years, and ensure they are compliant in Portugal and the UK. SUCCESSION LAW In Portugal the law states that at

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least 50% of an estate must pass to the spouse, ascendants or descendants, but for foreigners, under Portugal’s civil code, the law of nationality of an individual applies concerning succession.

Note that under the new EU succession regulation the default position is now that the law of your country of habitual residence applies. However you can override this by choosing the succession law of your country of nationality instead. Importantly, this has to be stated in your will or similar document.

RIGHT MONEY, RIGHT HANDS, RIGHT TIME Think carefully about how you want your assets distributed on your death: how much to whom, when and with how much control in the hands of the beneficiaries.

For example: • You may want your children to receive their inheritance towards the end of their working life so they can use the funds for a comfortable, worry-free retirement.

• You may be worried about the prospect of divorce and prefer to defer their inheritance.

• You may want to help your grandchildren pay their college fees, with them receiving the balance when they are financially mature, perhaps around the time they will be buying their first property.

You want solutions that make the inheritance process as easy and cost effective for your heirs as possible. And even if you are able to put some capital aside now for these situations, you still need to think about that tax-efficient income for your own retirement.

Cross-border tax and estate

planning is always complex. It is a specialist area and you need advice from an experienced wealth manager who understands the intricacies of tax law in both Portugal and the UK. Summarised tax information is based upon our understanding of current laws and practices which may change. Individuals should seek personalised advice.

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Premier FX's Account Manager Cathryn Evans keeps us up to date with the latest currency news.

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Managing your International payments

hose watching the GBP/EUR exchange rate over the past few months have probably noticed a rollercoaster of highs and lows. Last November, the interbank rate for £1 was sitting at €1.43. 12 weeks later, the pound was struggling to stay at €1.28, with forecasts predicting short term doom and gloom.

So what is the cause of such instability and why is the pound at its lowest level since late 2014?

Brexit Anxiety – The date is now set for the 23rd June 2016 for the UK referendum. The debate about Britain exiting the EU is causing a big headache for the pound. More UK voters support independence from the EU, while business and (some) government leaders favor

the UK remaining as a member state.

For those moving money to the UK, whether it is Euro’s or US dollars now could be the time to take advantage.

European Angst - The European economy continues to sail on everchanging waters. With quantitative easing as its rudder, the EU has set a slow and steady course out of rough seas and back to safe harbor of growth.

In early March, attention will be focused on the European Central Bank’s monetary policy meeting. An extension of the controversial intervention could indicate the market is not improving as much as financial markets would like, in which case, we might see a slight weakening of the euro once again.

With a global market slowdown, falling

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Keep up to date with our Finance expert, chartered accountant Ricardo Chaves from All Finance Matters.

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he first installment of the IMI 2015, which are due in April 2016 will start to arrive in the post boxes this month. This year the good news is that 20% of the municipalities, have lowered this tax and the vast majority (78%) as decided to keep the same rate as last year. Let’s try to clarify some of the questions you may have concerning this property tax.

WHAT IS THE IMI? IMI (Imposto Municipal sobre Imóveis - Municipal Property Tax) is a tax on the taxable value of immovable property in Portugal. This tax came into force in 2003, replacing the Council Tax, and reverts to the respective municipalities.

WHO PAYS IMI? The taxpayer is the property owner as of 31st December of the previous year. This means that if you bought your property at the end of 2015, you will pay the IMI for the full year.

Likewise, if you sold your property at the beginning of 2016, you will still need to pay the IMI this year, as it’s always related to the previous year.

HOW TO CALCULATE THE IMI? IMI is calculated based on the Tax Asset Value (VPT) attributed to the property to which is applied a rate set

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annually by the municipality (VPT x IMI rate). The way the VPT is calculated varies. The VPT is calculated on the basis of various factors such as the construction value per square meter gross floor area, location, quality and comfort and property age, updated every three years.

WHAT IS THE TAXABLE VALUE? The taxable value of buildings is its value determined by assessment according to the rules of the IMI Code.

This value is registered in the land register.

WHO DETERMINES THE IMI RATES? The municipalities decide each year, which tax to apply in their council.

This needs to be between 0.3 and 0.5% for buildings and 0.8% for plots (rustic property). Properties with tax domicile in "offshore" are taxed at 7.5%, regardless of the type of property. Properties that may have not yet been revalued, also pay a bit more: between 0.5% and 0.8%.

HOW LONG IS THE PAYMENT OF IMI? IMI is paid annually through a single billing document in April, if the tax is up to 250 euros. If the value is between 250 and 500 euros, you can pay in two installments, in April and November. If

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the amount exceeds 500 euros, you can pay in three times (April, July and November).

WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF NOT PAYING THE IMI ON TIME? If you do not pay within the period specified in the collection document, you will pay interest on arrears. If the non-payment persists your property can be seized.

WHERE CAN THE IMI BE PAID? IMI can be paid at the Tax Office, Post Office, in any ATM machine or through internet banking.

WHO IS ENTITLED TO EXEMPTION IN 2016?

Exemptions from the property tax include owners whose annual income on IRS in the previous year does not exceed 15 295 euros, provided that the book value of the property does not exceed 66,500 euros. Also, if you bought your main residence and if the tax value of the property does not exceed 125.00€ and your yearly income does not exceed 153k, you can apply for a 3 year IMI exemption.

These exemptions are recognized by the head of the local tax office for a period of three years.

AM I ENTITLED TO A DISCOUNT IN THE IMI DUE

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THE NUMBER OF CHILDREN? From 2016 the municipality may offer a family discount, based in the number of children. It’s determined by each council and the maximum discounts are: 10%, 15% and 20%, for one, two or three (ore more) children.

I AM PAYING TOO MUCH IMI, CAN I REDUCE MY IMI BILL? It may be possible to revalue your property and reduce your tax liability.

We have successfully submitted requests to the local tax departments to reduce the tax values of our clients’ properties, thereby saving many on the IMI property tax bills. However please note that any reassessment only takes effect on the following year, as you will only pay IMI for 2015, in 2016.

If you wish to find out whether your property may qualify for a tax discount, please feel free to contact us!

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he Footgolf course at Colina Verde Sports Resort was opened in June 2014 and is now regularly used by local footgolfers and Professional sports teams staying at the resort for their warm weather training camps.

It is the first and only permanent Footgolf course in the Algarve.

Notable teams who have stayed and played Footgolf at Colina Verde Sports Resort include the National U17 football teams of Portugal & England, Motherwell FC, Lierse SK, Recreativo do Libolo FC, Ebbsfleet FC, Hull FC Rugby League, Hull KR Rugby league, County Mayo GAA Football and many more..

The course can be adapted in both length and difficulty from a 12 hole Resort Course which is perfect for beginners and improvers to a longer and technically more difficult 9 hole Championship course. The Footgolf Algarve Masters will be played out on our 9 hole Championship Course.

Our signature hole is a short par 3 played over or around a lake feature in the middle of the course – with water present both in front and behind the hole. We had our first hole in one at this hole when Lierse SK played the course in January 2016 .. a par is a respectable score on this beautiful but tricky hole.

PRIZEMONEY & CATEGORIES FOOTGOLF ALGARVE MASTERS CHAMPION WINNER: €750 + trophy 2nd place: €500 3rd place: €250

SENIORS over 50 y/o 1st place: €100 + Trophy 2nd place: €75 LADIES 1st place: €100 + Trophy 2nd place: €75

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JUNIORS Trophies for 1st , 2nd & 3rd place for two age categories 9-12 Years old & 13-15 years old

FRIDAY, MARCH 25TH 2016 Round 1 - SENIORS Algarve Masters 09.30 – 10.45 – 9 holes – Group A – 36 players Round 1 – LADIES Algarve Masters 11.00 – 12.15 - 9 holes – Group A – 36 players JUNIOR Algarve Masters 12.30 – 13.45 - 9 holes – 36 Players Round 1 - Footgolf Algarve Masters 15.00 – 16.30 - 9 holes – Group A – 36 Players 16.30 – 18.00 - 9 holes – Group B – 36 players SATURDAY, MARCH 26TH 2016 Round 2 - Footgolf Algarve Masters 09.30 – 10.45 9 holes - Group A – 36 players 11.00 – 12.15 9 holes - Group B – 36 players Round 2 - SENIORS Algarve Masters 12.30 – 13.45 9 holes – 36 Players Round 2 – LADIES Algarve Masters 14.30 – 15.45 – 9 holes – 36 players Round 3 - Footgolf Algarve Masters 15.00 – 16.30 - 9 holes 37th to 72nd position 16.30 – 18.00 - 9 holes 1st to 36th position SUNDAY, MARCH 27TH 2016 Round 4 - Footgolf Algarve Masters 10.00 – 11.15 – 9 holes 37th to 72nd position 11.45 – 13.00 - 9 holes 1st to 36th position 13.30 – Prizegiving

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Glassai slots home the first of his three penalties in February

Hat-trick of penalties proves crucial

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All the latest local sports news from Chris Wright.

lhanense were grateful for a number of gifts bestowed upon them last month!

Three penalties slotted home by Galassi and an own goal

by Sporting Lisbon ‘B’ helped Olhanense to accrue ten points from four games. The 3-1 home win over V.Guimarães ‘B’ was a result of a brace of goals from Ghanaian striker Said either side of a Galassi penalty.

A 1-0 defeat at Deportivo Aves was

no disgrace in atrocious conditions, with torrential rain turning the playing surface into a quagmire. Back to Olhã o and another Galassi spotkick salvaged a point against Varzim in a scrappy 1-1 draw that did little to enthuse a poor midweek crowd.

The trip to the Aveiro region, to play bottom club UD Oliveirense, was memorable for the award of a an extremely dubious penalty by referee Bruno Paixão who has waved the yellow card on over a hundred

occasions this season and given twelve players their marching orders.

This time it was Oliveirense defender Sergio who left for an early bath after appearing to legitimately tackle González Prado. Once again Galassi successfully despatched the penalty kick. Five minutes later González Prado added a second. The home side pulled a goal back to give the visitors a nervous final fifteen minutes before claiming their fourth away win of the season. Sporting Lisbon ‘B’

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and €4m signing Ryan Gauld, from Dundee United, rolled into town for live TV showdown against the ‘rubro negros’. Olhanense centreforward Said wasted two excellent opportunities before substitute Leandro Borges entered the fray in the seventieth minute. With his first kick of the game, Borges swung over a corner that eluded everyone before ricocheting off Sporting defender Betinho and past the helpless Vladimir Stojkovic, nephew of the Serbia international goalkeeper of the same name. In ninth place and ten points adrift of a promotion place there is still an outside chance of catching the top two with fourteen games to play.

March could prove to be a pivotal month. Wednesday 9th March will see Chaves visit the José Arcanjo Stadium, Olhão (behind McDonalds on the EN125) for a 3.00pm kick-off.

The promotion favourites have only lost one of their last twenty leagues games. The following Wednesday 16th March, Olhanense are at home again when they entertain Gil Vicente.

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FOOTGOLF CHALLENGE ATTRACTS NEW PLAYERS (L to R) Winning team of Rob Owen, David Holland, Ella Bryan and Kai Diprose with Chris Wright

Individual winner Peter Diprose in action

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avid Holland, a regular contributor to the East Algarve magazine and a keen golfer, had misgivings about trying this exciting new sport. But a last minute decision to enter the competition with his wife Hilary

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Ray Walker, over 60s winner, with Chris Wright

paid dividends. The winning team of Ella Bryan, Kai Diprose, Rob Owen and David Holland were just one shot ahead of runners-up Jo Diprose, Brian Caldwell, Brian McMinn and Mark Fox. Individual winner Peter Diprose recorded a

very creditable 46 for the par42 twelve hole course. The Lucky Lotto Lady award went to Leslie Owen and the Over 60s winner was Ray Walker. The next monthly challenge is on Wednesday 20th April.

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The importance of learning how putts break This month's tip from resident professional at Monte Rei Golf and Country Club Bradley Dye.

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s there such a thing as a straight putt? Every green around the world will have slopes on them due to natural terrain and course design that will influence the break on the putting surface. Most golfers will only ever practice straight putts, either in practice or a warm-up for a round.

Being able to read greens is an important part of the game, but also practicing breaking putts is as important.

A simple drill which can help you learn how to practice breaking putts is called “Around the world” where you place 4 balls around a hole in a circle at a certain distance

away and putt each one. Start at a 3ft radius and work your way out to stroke longer putts. Once you have holed all 4 putts at a certain distance in a row you can move back to a longer distance. Distances can be moved from 3ft to 6ft then 10ft.

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This drill will show you how different putts break from right to left, left to right and up and down the slopes to give you the best chance of learning and practicing how different putts break.

I believe this is an essential part of the game which most golfers don’t focus on. To improve and lower Name: Bradley Dye your handicap understanding From: Darlington, England greens and practicing the Club: Monte Rei Golf

& Country Club correct aspects of putting are Position: Assistant Golf essential.

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