Sept21 East Algarve Magazine by Richard Bassett

OLHÃO · SÃO BRÁS · TAVIRA · ALCOUTIM · CASTRO MARIM · VILA REAL DE SANTO ANTÓNIO ISSUE NO. 147 SEPTEMBER 2021

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Welcome... ... to your September issue. This month we visit the beautiful Barril Beach and discover exactly why the ‘grave of anchors’ came to be there. We also bring you our selection of bars and restaurants in Santa Luzia you should try before or after your visit to Barril beach. Candidate for the next Mayor of Tavira Dinis Faĺsca explains why you should cast your vote for him and his team, and we also introduce Maria’s tuk tuk’s, a great way to see the City of Tavira along with the many places of interest nearby. For food lover’s we visit Restaurant Ai Mãe and find out about their concept, and also where the unusual name came from. All this plus our usual news, finance, health and sports news. We hope you enjoy this issue, and as ever, we welcome your comments or suggestions, please email us on info@eastalgarvemag.com

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NEWS Local news.

HEALTH Inspiration for the body and soul. PLACES Barril Beach.

PLACES Santa Luzia. PLACES The Grand House Hotel. PLACES Restaurant Ai Mãe.

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PROPERTY To build or not to build. PROPERTY Property of the Month. PHOTOGRAPHY Photo of the Month. TAVIRA Find our advertisers on the map of Tavira. MOTORING Readers Cars. MOTORING Porsche: the Taycan Croos Turismo.

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TOURS tuk Tuk around Tavira.

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FINANCE News from PCC.

PEOPLE Tavira elections. GARDENS The Carob. FINANCE Finance news from Ricardo Chaves.

BAD ADVICE Ask the Expat. GOLF Meet the member at Benamor.

SPORT Algarve Croquet Club.

News

irefighters and personnel involved in combatting the fire that raged through the eastern Algarve last month have been praised for the “very positive” outcome of the fire. The Secretary of State for Civil Protection, Patrícia Gaspar, said: “We had an occurrence here with huge potential for destruction, with a potential area that could have reached 20,000 hectares, and the numbers we have are instead quite positive and are due to the effectiveness and operability of all those who fought this fire, either on the ground, in the operating rooms, or in the regional command, but also at the headquarters of the National Emergency and Civil Protection Authority, where this entire operation was monitored from the outset.” The fire initially began during the early hours of Monday, 16 August in the municipality of Castro Marim and was thought to be under control on the same day at 10.30am However, adverse weather conditions saw the flames spark up again and the fire was only declared as ‘under control’ again on 17 August at 4.02pm. “We are delighted that there are no victims of this fire, either at the level of the civilian population or at the operational level. There have been some minor injuries and we hope that those who suffered them can recover quickly”, she said. The Secretary of State highlighted the work that has been done with “a constant appeal” for there to be “an adaptation of the behaviour of the entire population in forest areas” and stressed that the fire happened “on what, to date, was the worst day in terms of weather severity this year”. “We have warned that any small ignition, in these weather conditions, can degenerate into a large occurrence and this is proof that these appeals are never too much,” she warned.

Patrícia Gaspar also highlighted the work that has been done by the Civil Protection and the Government in the implementation of “a completely integrated system, increasingly robust”, which is “guaranteeing good results”. “We all have to be somewhat satisfied - not with the fire, which we obviously wish had not happened - but because, considering the consequences that it could have had, the balance is somewhat positive”, she concluded. The fire affected an “estimated area of 6,700 hectares, already [calculated] using the Copernicus system, of the European Union”, a figure that represents “the hard work” of the operatives who fought the fire, against the burning of a “potential 20,000 hectares” that the flames were predicted to reach. Animals die in illegal shelter While there was no loss of human life due to the fire, many animals perished in the flames including animals that had been housed in an illegal shelter in the area. The minister of Environment and Climate Action stated that the death of animals in the illegal shelter in Vila Real de Santo António was “unacceptable”, stressing that the opening of an administrative inquiry will make it possible to determine concrete responsibilities. Speaking to Lusa, minister João Matos Fernandes lamented the death of more than a dozen animals. “First of all, I deeply regret what happened and condemn those who, even having added responsibilities for having animals in their care, do not [know] how to be diligent and allow these things to happen,” he said. The minister also highlighted the importance of opening the administrative inquiry by the Institute for the Conservation of Nature and Forests (ICNF) so that concrete responsibilities are investigated, since

this is constituted as a crime. “This inquiry is important to try to learn from this case that others that exist will be discovered and properly inspected. It is important to understand what happened, to understand how, hidden from national entities, there can be a completely clandestine shelter. It is unacceptable for this to happen”, he stressed. The minister also appealed to entities that have animals in their care and are not licensed to ask for help. “The appeal is that all entities - because no one knows where the fires are going to happen - that have animals in their care, even if they are not licensed, to ask ICNF, the local authorities for help. We will then deal with licensing but for now these lives must be protected”, he stressed. Golf course affected In total, 81 people were evacuated during the fire but thanks to the work of the firefighters and teams, few buildings were destroyed. One place that was destroyed was the café at the Monte Rei Country Club however the director of the club told Lusa that despite the fire being “a big scare”, luckily only one building was burnt down and the club expects to reopen at the weekend. “We thought the fire was going to pass by us, but there was a front that developed towards us in the late afternoon [on Monday] and, with strong winds, it quickly entered the property, affecting some areas of the golf course and continuing south. Basically, it crossed from north to south,” said Salvador Lucena. At the time the resort had 70 guests: “The authorities present advised them to leave. There were people who left, others chose to stay”, said Salvador Lucena, underlining that firefighters were present on site throughout the night.

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Castro Marim fire result “very positive”

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Health

INSPIRATION FOR

THE BODY AND SOUL ummer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh leafy greens like spinach, chard, cabbage, collard greens, and kale. Greens are high in fiber, vitamins, and other phytonutrients, making them important for your overall health. They include cognitive effects such as increased memory, and a boost in neurotransmitters. Leafy greens contain a variety of beneficial chemical compounds, they work together to support a healthy inflammatory response to protect you from chronic illness. Nettles are a wonderful weed that grow abundantly here in Portugal. They are rich in vitamins A, C, K1, and minerals like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron. Nettles are known for their nourishing effects on the glandular system, as well as cleaning, purifying, and oxygenating the blood. By taking a daily nettle supplement you can really build up your nutrient stores while you enjoy your daily dose of fresh greens! If you are looking for a reputable source for stinging nettles tincture, Polycultured is a great local source for tinctures and other artisanal goods. Order a stinging nettles tincture by mail at www.polycultured.com/portugal. Press on the roof Tense people have tense jaw muscles. To release this tension, simply press on the roof of the mouth behind the front teeth, with your tongue.

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Health

Skin tag removal: Optional but Beauty Sal a i r g on effective Ale Skin tags can be removed by using a quick and painless process, but what are these growths and why do we get them? Mara from the Alegria Beauty salon in Vila Real de Santo António explains.

kin tags are common, benign skin growths that hang from the surface of the skin on a thin piece of tissue called a stalk. They are made up of many components, including fat, collagen fibers, and sometimes nerve cells and small blood vessels. It’s possible that these collagen fibers and blood vessels become wrapped up inside a layer of skin, leading to the formation of a skin tag. The medical term for a skin tag is acrochordon, and they can also be referred to as soft fibromas or fibroepithelial polyps. Skin tags are frequently found in areas of friction on the skin, such as the neck, underarms, under the breasts, eyelids, and other skin folds. They start as small, often flesh-colored bumps. They may stay that size and go largely unnoticed, enlarge and continue to be painless, or enlarge and become irritated due to friction or pressure. It is not entirely clear what causes skin tags, and there are no proven ways to prevent them. Some studies have shown that skin tags are more common in people who have diabetes or are overweight. Pregnancy may also lead to increased numbers of skin tags, most likely due to hormonal changes in the body. If you would like a skin tag removed, or would like more information, please call for a consultation. Tel.; 961 818 625 Email: amazingmara@hotmail.com

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Places

Beautiful Barril Beach The tuna has gone, but the signs have remained (and there are many)

ocated in Santa Luzia, Tavira, Praia do Barril is a marvellous hidden gem. This Algarvian beach is, even during the summer, the perfect place for a relaxed family beach day. Stretching for kilometres in both directions, this beach, located in the vast Ria Formosa Natural Reserve, provides enough space for everyone that visits even during the summer. Usually, the entrance point can get a bit crowded but with a small walk, you can find a spot where you will have the beach all to yourself. The landscape is formed by the Serra do Caldeirão in the north and the Cerro de São Miguel in the northwest. In addition the marshes, channels and salt flats of the Ria Formosa, as well as the dune formations of the island of Tavira and the Atlantic Ocean in the south make up this impressive destination.

THE ISLAND Tavira Island lies south of the town of Tavira, part of the Ria Formosa. Just a few hundred meters off the coast, peppered with sand banks, it is a beautiful place to go for a swim, absorb the nature and do some birdwatching. The island itself offers 11km of some of the best beaches in the Algarve, with Praia do Barril, Praia da Ilha de Tavira and Praia do Homem Nú being among the highlights. THE BEACH IN TAVIRA Praia do Barril is one of the calmest beaches on the south coast of the Algarve, escaping even at the height of the bathing season from the floods that characterise other beaches in the region. With very soft, white sand, Praia do Barril is known best for its quality. Not only for being very clean but also for the deep blue, crystal clear water, regularly bearing the blue flag, proof of its environmental quality.

Along the beach you will not find many sand banks, being a big beach, it is long and wide, stretching for many kilometres. The absence of any large banks and cliffs makes this beach a bit susceptible to windy days, however these are luckily few and far between. If you do happen to visit on one of the are windier days, you can still explore the water sports at the nautical centre located at the beach. The water is generally calm and warm during spring and summer months and on mild sunny days, throughout the winter months, it is a place for outdoor sports or water birdwatching. Besides all the natural marvels it has to offer, this beach used to be a small fishing village until the second half of the 20th century. TUNA FISHING Built during the 1840’s, the buildings found at this beach were uses by fisherman during the tuna (Bluefin tuna) fishing season – April to

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September. Nearly 80 families lived in the small village but in the 60’s and with the change of the migration routes of the Bluefin tuna, the village was eventually abandoned. The buildings were restored and turned into bars, restaurants, a small museum and other facilities. Also linked to this past as an old fisherman’s village, there is a unique trait to this beach, an anchor cemetery. ANCHOR CEMETERY IN TAVIRA For some this might be a rather dramatic landscape architecture design but it is a feature to celebrate the history of the beach and its former village. Originally used for the fishing, they were embedded into the sand dunes close to the beach, creating a maze of nets, which would ensnare the large and powerful Bluefin Tuna. These complex structures required hundreds of anchors to secure the nets against the ferocity of the Atlantic Ocean and the strength of the tuna.

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Maré Alta Restaurant

Maré Alta has a varied menu, from tapas, cold salads, grilled meat, fish and desserts. They also serve take-away food

Avenida Duarte Pacheco 98A, Tavira, Portugal Tel; 281 370 613

Cais de Santa Luzia Cafe

Highly rated cafe serving typical Portuguese food as well as seafood, international snacks, tapas, cakes and doughnuts.

Avenida Duarte Pacheco 108A, Tavira, Portugal Tel; 281 370 469

Out in

Restaurant Xalavar

The go-to restaurant for fresh, grilled fish Rodizio. Large terrace overlooking gardens, this one gets busy, so book your table.

Rua Jose Falcão 8800539 Tavira, Portugal Tel; 281 324 392

Before or after a visit to the beach, Santa Luzia has much to offer in the way of places to eat and drink. Here are a selection that should be on your ‘Don’t miss’ list

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ReM Restaurantes By Telma

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Àravessa

THE bakery in Santa Luzia. Coffee, tea, cakes, fresh bread, croissant, all freshly baked on the premises. Great terrace close to the market.

Avenida Duarte Pacheco 40A, Tavira, Portugal Tel; 281 027 286

Very friendly restaurant owned and run by mother (Telma) and son (Gonçalo). Typical Portuguese menu but specialising in Octopus.

Avenida Duarte Pacheco Tavira, Portugal Tel; 281 328 028

Avenida Duarte Pacheco 18A, Tavira, Portugal Tel; 918 466 562

Cafe Santa Luzia (Bem Haja!)

Polvo & Companhia

A very typical Portuguese bar used by locals. No frills, drinks and snacks. Nice terrace. The place to go to experience a ‘Real’ Portuguese bar.

Avenida Duarte Pacheco Tavira, Portugal

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THE place to go for the best cocktails! Extensive drink selection and very reasonably priced food including the most amazing Tuna Prego. A brand new venue, not to be missed.

Large outside terrace with a Fusion cuisine, specialising in octopus, seafood, steak, and fresh fish. Booking is advised.

Avenida Duarte Pacheco 10, Tavira, Portugal Tel; 281 370 459

Grand House Hotel V.R.S.A. V

This beautifully restored hotel is the perfect place to spend a long weekend, we guarantee that you will want to stay longer!

ila Real de Santo Antonio sits on the Rio Guadiana at the very edge of the Eastern Algarve with its spectacular views across the Spanish border. An up and coming, peaceful and unhurried town, it resembles Lisbon with it’s layout, grand central plaza, decorative architecture and history. On the waterfront is The Grand house Hotel, a magnificent building which was formerly the Hotel Guadiana and has recently seen a full restoration bringing back the building’s heart from the roaring 1920’s. Designed by a Swiss architect in 1926, it was originally built as a hotel for business travelers of the time who arrived to do business with the many Tuna factories, and its style and design is a masterpiece of architecture and one of a kind in Portugal. Closed and left in disrepair for many years, the incredible project to restore its former glory has been completed and it is now a beautiful

5 star boutique hotel, with incredible attention to detail and originality throughout. With a highly trained team of employees, it was a real pleasure to have a tour of the hotel in its soft opening stage. From the entrance lobby you are astonished by the architecture and beauty of the interior, as almost all of the original features still remain. Local interior designers have recreated the original look and feel with magnificent pieces of art décor lighting and furniture and the 28 rooms and suites blend the Art deco and colonial influences with contemporary flourishes throughout. Bedrooms, suites and bathrooms have exquisite touches such as Italian pieces of sanitary-ware and bathing products recreating the feel of the 1920’s. The Bar and Grand Salon Restaurant on the 1st floor is a tranquil and sophisticated place to relax, with amazing Portuguese wines and signature Grand cocktails. The Grand Salon restaurant mixes seasonal flavours and brings

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international food with regional roots from organic and locally-sourced ingredients. The Grand Rooftop cocktail bar (fully operational next year) has views over the city. The Grand Café Lounge (also fully operational next year) is located in the old customs house/Alfândega, offering Portuguese coffee specialities and fancy snacks during the day. In addition, the Grand Beach Club is located near the mouth of the Guadiana river 2km away from the Grand House with a picturesque waterside space, Infinity swimming pool and sundecks, as well as Restaurant & Cocktail bar, hosting social events with live music and DJ`s with international comfort food. The concept of these unique venues was create spaces to celebrate Grand Moments. Special arrangements can be made for groups, family, wedding, honeymoon and birthday celebrations. Start your journey through history within the warmth and luxurious comfort of a boutique hotel that feels like home. At The Grand House

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Algarve, they strive to make your experience truly exceptional and fittingly Grand, combining their passion for architecture and regional gastronomy with the beauty and history of the local area. The prime position on the lesser-known part of the coast showcases an authentic Algarve, forgotten by many. At the Grand Hotel you will enjoy the finest in Portuguese hospitality and cuisine in the most glamorous, romantic settings and, as always, in Grand style, with the stunning colors of the Algarvian sunsets and views of the marina. Non-residents are welcome but booking is essential. Thanks to the team; we wish them much continued success; a master piece and real delight to see. Contacts Telephone: +351 281 530 290 E-mail: info@grandhousealgarve.com Website: www.grandhousealgarve.com

People

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Tandoori Restaurant, Tavira

Tel: 00351 281 326 197 or 00351 920 039 424 Rua Dr. Jose Padinha, No126A, 8800-354, Tavira Facebook: DAWAT INDIAN RESTAURANT

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125 Indian dishes, 36 Pizza, Pasta & Kebabs Find us opposite the bandstand in Tavira R. José Pires Padinha 18, 8800-354 Tavira

E-mail: rest.pontoencontro@gmail.com Tel.: +351 281 32 37 30 Facebook: www.facebook.com/pontodeencontro.tavira Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pontodeencontro.tavira Address: Praça Dr. António Padinha 39, 8800-637 Tavira (Bishop’s Square)

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Pizzeria Acqua e Sale

Av. Dr. Mateus Texeira de Azevedo 8800 Tavira

TEL: +351 911 974 331 +351 281 321 711

pausa tapas restaurant, Tavira

Tel: 281 023 477 Facebook: PAUSA TAVIRA Reservations: www.pausatavira.com Address: Rua Dr Marcelino Franco, 32 8800-347 Tavira, Portugal

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Facebook: acqua e sale Email: acquaesale.pt

Tchin-Cheese! French Cheeses and Fine Wine shop

Rua Liberdade, 24, Tavira Tel: 00351 915 474 033 Email: tchincheese@gmail.com

Places

AI MÃE

Passionate about fresh produce from the Algarve and Portugal; we introduce the most recent restaurant in Tavira - Ai Mãe.

his stylish and modern restaurant, is located right in the centre of Tavira with a terrace overlooking the Gilão River. Ai Mãe came up with its concept by creating the phrase ‘From Algarve to table’ mimics the current trend in gastronomy: ‘From farm-to-table’. Already considered one of the pillars of modern cuisine, this concept brings to life an old Portuguese tradition: ‘Free flavours’. Ai Mãe has adopted this concept, which promotes the use of locally sourced ingredients in restaurants, directly purchased from the producer whenever possible. The Algarve has access to the best fish and seafood in the world and a climate which produces the highest quality fruit and vegetables, plus unique seasonings from samphire to ﬂor de sal. The Ai Mãe menu has been carefully developed to take advantage of these local products and Algarve tradition with a refinement of modern cuisine: from oysters, to tuna, cuttlefish, razor clams, octopus, through to a dish of ﬁllet of sea bass accompanied by a carabineiro açorda. This restaurant aims to balance it’s menu with several starters to share, four fish dishes and four meat dishes, subject to availability; duck magrê with cherry sauce and a Black Angus Entrecôte. All desserts are prepared in the restaurant. When choosing the wine list, Portuguese wines were the obvious

choice, trying very hard to show different wines, with good quality and price, with a selection from the Douro to the Alentejo and of course, Algarve regions. There is also a wine that, although the vineyards are in the Douro, the producer is from Tavira. Ai Mãe’s team is made up of four people who have worked together before - so the know-how and commitment with which they embarked on this new adventure was total. The name Ai Mãe was the phrase used most when the project was in the early stages. Ai Mãe (Oh Mother) is an expression that is widely used in Portugal, especially in the south of the country, one which expresses many feelings: joy, enthusiasm, euphoria, and in fact, it is just that: a mixture of feelings and sensations that the owners want to provoke with this project... all of them good. So there and then, the name Ai Mãe was born, and it’s mission deﬁned: “To celebrate at the table, unique moments of happiness and sharing between families and friends, with a service of excellence”. Restaurant Ai Mãe is open for dinner from Monday to Saturday. Contacts: Tel; 913 972 008 Email; info@aimae.pt Address; Rua João Vaz Corte Real n43 8800-413 Tavira, Portugal

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CASAS DO SOTAVENTO TAVIRA OFFICE LOJA TAVIRA

asas do Sotavento real estate started in 2000, from the passion of Artur Cardoso, a real estate entrepreneur with extensive experience in various international brands, to create a family run real estate company specialising in the Eastern Algarve. Through an exponential growth, the company is currently spread all over Portugal, having offices in Vila Real de Santo, Monte Gordo, Castro Marim, Tavira, Olhão and Lisbon. The objective is not only to find or sell a property but to offer a trustworthy service that promotes the client’s well-being. Something that has created great prominence in the company Casas do Sotavento was its strength against its competitors was in technological development, being present in about 220 national and foreign portals and personal web-pages, as well as in digital marketing tools, legal support, multimedia, professional photographer and drone videos.

All the professionals that operate in the company guarantee a rigorous management of the mediation of contracts and in the processes of purchasing and selling and intend to deliver a personalized and above all, familiar and safe service to their clients. Tavira team managed to develop the brand Casas Do Sotavento since August 2015 fulfilling the mission of the company: “Treating clients as we would like to be treated” since then this is recognized by Portuguese and foreigners in Tavira and surroundings. It consists of a commercial director Silvio da Silva and a coordinator Alicia Lope and five commercials, Susana santos, Rosa Fernandes; Marta Patterson, Vanda Ferreira; Ana Brito. It is thanks to all these elements that we are able to provide consultancy to all our clients, we also make use of modern and computerised means to manage the business. “We grow with our clients!”

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Vila Real de Santo António

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his month’s readers car is owned by Emireo Logas, we met up with his son Carlos to talk about his fathers pride and joy, the 1973 VW Beetle. The car was bought new, 48 years ago and they drove it down from Santarem to the Algarve non-stop. The family car has now been used by two generations, and during this time it has only been off the road for three to four years. The 1.6 petrol engine is original, as are the seats and upholstery. The only things not original are the wheels and central locking. Electric windows have also been fitted. The white beetle in picture was owned at same time, the darkened windows were fitted from factory. Since its arrival in the Algarve, the furtherst it has been is to Faro. Carlos says “The brakes, you need to pump or start to slow down a mile before you want to stop”.

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Now days the car sits in the shade most of the time and pops to lidl once a week as Emireo is now 75 years old. The car still starts first time, every time. In fact, the only thing to ever break was the retro fitted electric windows. Emireo was very unhappy. VW BEETLE FACTS Although the Beetle first appeared in 1932, the first recognisable prototypes were built four years later in 1936. The Beetle’s familiar air-cooled flat-four engine was designed not by Ferdinand Porsche but by another Austrian, Franz Reimspeiss. Although well over 20 million have been built to date, he received the equivalent of less than twenty dollars for his trouble. The first production Beetle proper was built after the end of World War Two in 1945 - thanks largely to the intervention of the occupying Allied forces. A British army Major, Ivan Hurst,

was placed in charge of the Wolfsburg factory. The company name Volkswagen is simply German for “People’s Car”. The name change came about soon after the War’s end in 1945. Before 1955, Volkswagens were built according to calendar year. In August of that year, however, a model-year system rather like that favoured by the American market was introduced - so a 1960 car could well have been built during the latter part of 1959. The last Wolfsburg-built Beetle left the factory in July 1974, leaving it free to concentrate on the then-new Golf hatchback. Production continued at Emden, Germany, until the beginning of 1978 and continued in Mexico. Current figures show that around 20.9 million Beetles have been built to date - far more than the 15,007,003 Ford managed with the Model T. The last two German-made Beetle shells now reside in VW’s Milton-Keynes parts store, still protected in wax.

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TAYCAN CROSS TURISMO: ROOM FOR ADVENTURE Porsche unveil their first Cross Utility Vehicle, the Tycan Cross Turismo, the “perfect complement to the existing Taycan family”

n all-electric sports car with innovative 800-volt technology for fast charging, a convincing range and impressive space: the Taycan Cross Turismo is Porsche’s first Cross Utility Vehicle (CUV) and it’s fully electric, versatile, robust – and ready for adventure. The flat front, muscularly curved wings and a roofline that slopes down towards the rear – even at first glance, the design of the new Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo bears the DNA of the iconic 911. In addition, the flat headlights with vertical air intakes clearly mark it as a member of the Taycan family. And yet the second electric sports car from Zuffenhausen is a Porsche unlike any other. As the company’s first Cross Utility Vehicle (CUV), the five-door combines classic Porsche driving dynamics with an off-road-capable high-tech chassis. “The Cross Turismo is the perfect complement to

our existing Taycan family,” explains Stefan Weckbach, former head of the model range. “It is more versatile, more robust, and yet nearly as sporty as the saloon.” A spirit of adventure in every detail of the Cross Turismo A spirit of adventure is to be found in every detail of the Cross Turismo. Creating space for diving, golfing, surfing, or cycling equipment was high on the list of requirements. The load volume is therefore as generous as you’d expect: behind the large tailgate, the Cross Turismo holds almost 1,200 litres of luggage when the rear seatbacks are folded down. The vehicle also offers all-wheel drive, air suspension and Performance Battery Plus as standard (Taycan Cross Turismo Models: CO2 emissions combined 0 g/km (NEDC), Electricity consumption combined 29.4 – 28.1 kWh/100 km (NEDC)).

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Back to School

ugust is over and with that our summer camp for all (SER Verão 2021) came to an end and we already miss it! This summer camp, showed once more that all children can and should be in the same place, doing the same activities regardless of race, gender, social status or disability. In this summer camp we played together, we grew up together and we developed social and emotional skills together, all of which are fundamental for harmonious development for each child. A heartfelt thanks to the readers of this magazine, who helped our summer camp with donations, so the price per week for each family could me more accessible and we were able to include more diversified sports and artistic experiences for all the participants in our summer camp. Now September is here. The beginning of school is already on our minds, especially for parents of children with special needs. Many children with special needs start feeling anxious in the beginning of September. Watching TV and all the advertisements about beginning of school and school supplies, going to the supermarket and seeing school supplies or even receiving their school books at home can cause anxiety to many children. This article is to help you as a parent to deal with this anxiety or emotional frenzy and give you a tool to use with your children. This is just a small example of how to keep your child positive. Here is a short and simple script for you to read to your child (between 6 to 9 years old) or older if you think they need more confidence. Ask your child to lie down on the sofa or bed and be comfortable. If they are comfortable and able to, ask them to close their eyes and start reading the script calmly, slowly and lovingly. Imagine you are standing at our door waiting for the car (if you are used to going to school by car. If your child is used to go by bike just change the word and use bike instead of car). It is not just any car you know, it is a very special car that is going to take you on a little journey to meet (name a hero meaningful to your child) and it is not the only reason it is a special car, but you´ll find out about that in a minute. This is a very bright, colorful car by the

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way, and it has got a very smiley face on the front of it, can you see it yet? Nod your head when you can, great! When it draws up to our door you can jump in and take your seat. The seat has your name, the car has a driver ´Oh hello (your child´s name), says the driver... I´ve been expecting you, there´s a special seat just for you with your name on it, because you are a very special, hold on tight and we´ll go for a ride´. Look out of the window, can you see that everything is changing color, the road, is it yellow or gold? And the pavement is the colour of your favorite candy. I told you this is a very special car, just right for a very special boy/girl like you. Can you hear there´s some music playing? I think it´s your favorite song, how amazing. Just driving along, the movement of the car seems to make you feel very comfotable and very relaxed. Notice now that the car is slowing down at the stop sign. There´s another big sign there, I can´t quite make it out, what does it say? Oh yes, it says ´All worries get out here´. Is there anyone in this car with any worries or nervous/anxious feelings? (Your child’s name) you told me you had a few worries about school starting and your difficulties in learning, can you see that big dustbin by the stop sign? Just hop off for a minute and put any old worry or nervous feelings right in the bin where it belongs, just throw it away and say goodbye to it. Notice how wonderful it feels without it, brilliant. Is there anything else you want to leave in there, any other bad feeling you don´t want? Ok put that in too and then get back in the car, oh you look great, you look lighter and brighter and altogether happier, fantastic! Look out of the window again. Can you see your super hero? He is here to meet you and help you out of the car, the car will wait for you, take your time with your super hero, shake their hand, and there´s a little bench for you to sit on right there. Did you know that once upon a time (hero´s name) used to be a bit nervous about going back to school/starting school, but they found a very special way to be very confident, and they are going to give you a present that will help you to feel just as confident as they are now. You can´t actually see it but when you hold out your hands you may feel the tingle in your fingers when you receive this amazing

present. Hey, can you feel it tingling in your fingers right now? It´s the most amazing present, it´s a very special ability to feel calm and relaxed and confident whenever you do something special at school where you really want to feel that calm, confident feeling brilliant - isn´t it wonderful? You can have this feeling whenever you want it now, whether it´s for learning new things, for spelling, writing or reading, drawing or for maths, you just have this amazing calm and confident feeling as soon as you enter the school, open a book, or pick up your pen or pencil. You just enjoy being at school and learning...wonderful. Now, reader, you can take your childs imagination into the future, imagining going to school and using all the strategies that their super hero gave to them in a form of a present. Just use your imagination and give it a try. Finish the imagination exercise saying (your child´s name) every day you will find you are more and more confident, you are very proud of the way you can do anything at school feeling calm and confident, and you just know deep down inside that you will always do your best. So, it´s time to get out of the car now and find that those sleepy dreamy feelings have been lifted right off you, and you are beginning to feel all the energy coming back into your whole body, into your toes, your feet are wanting to wriggle about, just like your hands and arms are wanting to have a big stretch and come right back to the room with me, well done (your child’s name). Try to use this kind of positive words and thoughts. Your child will feel more confident and prouder of themself. We want to achieve more social projects. We have great ideas that we want to discuss with you. If you want to sponsorship a social project or become a social investor, please come along and visit Associação SER Igual in Tavira. We will be glade to talk about our ideas and projects. If you are interested in our work, please visit us on our facebook page @ SerIgualPT or make an appointment at geral@ seronline.pt or call us on 918 180 020. Thanks once more for your attention. Stay safe and stay tuned for next article.

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aria’s Tuk Tuk Tavira provides unique experiences in a 100% electric powered tuk tuk. It is a great way to visit the city of Tavira and the many interesting places to visit nearby. Your guide knows every corner of the city and the history of each and every one of them, and also a font of knowledge about the many different tours they offer, including; BIRD WATCHING A tour of the Salinas de Tavira, in the Ria Formosa. Observe the beautiful, unique bird species of these geographical wetlands on a quiet and relaxed journey.

TAVIRA CITY & CHOCOLATE TASTING This tour begins in the Alto de São Brás area, stops in the salt pans, passes through the Convento das Bernardas, a selection of churches, the military barracks, and a visit to a chocolate atelier. Here you will see how chocolate is made by hand and includes tasting. Then we pass through the Praça da República (center) and the historic area including the Covento da Graça and the castle of Tavira. The end of this tour is at Maria’s Tuk Tuk stop, near the Roman bridge. TAVIRA CITY & CAMARA OBSCURA This tour through the historic area, passes by several popular landmarks and also includes

A perfect way to visit the area accompanied by your experienced guide. Maria’s Tuk Tuk has a variety of experiences on offer, here are just a few of them. a visit to some parts of the Islamic wall. Still in the historic area, we head towards the Camara Obscura site for the final part of the tour. CITY TAPAS & WINE Visit the city of Tavira followed by a tasting of tapas at a local restaurant. Visit the salt pans, the Atalaia area, the Convent of Bernardas, old prison various Churches, the military barracks and through the street of Liberdade and Praça da República (center). The historic area is the most important part of this tour, where we visit the Convento da Graça and stop at the Castle.

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Towards the end of the tour we go to Alto de São Brás, where you will find the Capela de São Brás and the Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo. To finish the tour, Maria’s Tuk Tuk takes you to a local Restaurant, where you will have a tapas and wine menu included. CITY TUK & SOLAR BOAT An ecological tour of Tavira, 100% electric Tuk Tuk and a solar powered boat with tasting of regional products. Includes a visit to Alto de São Brás, where you will find the Chapel of São Brás and the Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo. We pass through the Atalaia area, Convent of Bernardas, various churches, and pass

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through the Praça da República (center). Then we visit the historic area of the city, where we will pass through the Convent of Graça, Church of Santiago, church of Santa Maria, church of Misericórdia and stop at Tavira Castle. The tour continues by solar boat. This part of the tour lasts close to a 1h30m in the Ria Formosa where you can taste some regional products. SANTA LUZIA Tuk Tuk Tour in Tavira and Santa Luzia. Get to know this fishing village, known as the Octopus Capital. Discover the artisanal fishing gear, octopus fishing boats and the

ancient olive tree on this cultural tour. This tour leaves Tavira, enters the salt pan saline area, where the production process of Sea Salt will be explained, we then go to Santa Luzia, a fishing village known to be the octopus capital. Here we will see the artisanal arts and octopus fishing boats. Maria’s tuk tuk really is a great way to see and appreciate the beauty of the East Algarve. Contacts: Rua Gonçalo Velho, nº7 | 8800-349 Tavira +351 968 995 275 info@mariastuktuk.com www.mariastuktuk.com Facebook; Maria’s Tuk Tuk

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TAVIRA ELECTIONS Dinis Faĺsca, candidate for the Mayor of Tavira explains why he has decided to take on this challenge, and what he promises the residents of this City

he upcoming Tavira elections will be held on Sunday, 26 September. We believe that we are a credible alternative to the current administration. We are not running against anyone, we represent a new policy for the municipality of Tavira, which opens up new horizons for the next generations. We know and understand the power of listening to the current concerns of residents. I decided to take on the challenge of being a candidate for the mayor of Tavira City Council, seeing the need to change course. The urgency of a new vision and the contribution that can be made for a new way of being for the lives of the general population was clear. We are a responsible alternative, with ambitious and achievable goals. For this purpose, I count on a multidisciplinary team with different attributes, who are working towards the same objective: to make the municipality of Tavira an example in terms of Quality of Life. What is at stake in the upcoming elections is very simple: either we want to continue as we are or, alternatively, we choose a fresh breeze of change, implementing a different pace, quick decisions and a commitment to listening, togetherness and cooperation. With everyone, no exceptions. Our priorities cannot be out of sync with what a pandemic or post-pandemic society is. We

will focus on personal well being benefitting from public spaces, the creation of better conditions in housing, education, health and safety, as well as adopting measures that allow the economic recovery of our municipality. The thousands of hectares burned in the mountainous area last August and the loss of income of countless families demand a quick response from the municipality and cooperation from government entities. We propose a reforestation plan with native species, properly ordered and easily accessible. As well as the creation of strategically distributed water points in order to quickly combat small fires that may arise. The future of our municipality of Tavira will be in the hands of all of you. With your help and trust, we want to continue together with you at our side to build a Tavira that is personal, more attentive, more participative, more sustainable and more approachable. It is intended for the municipality in Tavira to be aware of its responsibilities and the importance of leading as an example. The motto is Intelligent Investment and Sustainable Development, based on 6 structuring principles, guiding actions and measures, avoiding the isolated and casuistic character. TAVIRA COUNTY POPULAR PARTICIPATION People first. We listen to people in designing

solutions to their problems and to the problems of this territory. The priorities resulting from the consultation of the Population (Participatory Program and interaction with civil society) are generally reflected throughout our Action Programme. HEALTHY TAVIRA Contribute to improving the quality of life, healthcare and well-being for all. SUSTAINABLE TAVIRA Promote integrated and sustainable development in urbanism, mobility and the environment. TAVIRA WITH IDENTITY Ensure care for the cultural, urban and architectural identity of Tavira. ATTRACTIVE TAVIRA Implement effective policies to support employment and investment, as well as to promote skills and training. INCLUSIVE TAVIRA Ensure access to education, leisure and sport for all. ACTIVE TAVIRA Strengthen citizenship and promote transparency policies and full access to information. It is essential to vote in the next elections and not leave this decision in someone else’s hands. We are counting on you, so that you can count on us. Dinis FaÍsca

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THE CAROB All you ever needed to know about the Carob and the Carob tree.

he carob tree has been grown since antiquity in most countries of the Mediterranean basin, usually in mild and dry places with poor soils. Its value was recognised by the ancient Greeks, who brought it from its native Middle East to Greece and Italy, as well as the Arabs, who disseminated it along the North African coast and north into Spain and Portugal. It was spread in recent times to other Mediterranean-like regions such as California, Arizona, Mexico, Chile and Argentina by Spaniards, to parts of Australia by Mediterranean emigrants and to South Africa and India by the English. The carob tree is an important component of the Mediterranean vegetation and its cultivation in marginal and prevailing calcareous soils of the Mediterranean region is important environmentally and economically. Traditionally, grafted carob trees have been inter planted with olives, grapes, almonds and barley, in low intensity farming systems in most producing countries. Carob pods with their sugary pulp are a staple in the diet of farm animals and are eaten by children as snacks or by people in times of famine. However, currently the main interest is seed production for gum extraction. Kibbled pods have been shipped from producing countries to all over Europe. Because of low orchard management requirements the carob tree is suitable for part-time farming and shows potential for planting in semi-arid Mediterranean or subtropical regions. The trees are also useful as ornamentals and for landscaping, windbreaks and afforestation. Cattle can browse on leaves and the wood is suitable for fuel. World production is estimated at about 310,000 tonnes per year produced from some 200,000 ha with very variable yields depending on cultivar, region and farming practice. Spain is the leading carob producer, producing on average 135,000 t/year (MAPA 1994), followed by Italy, Portugal, Morocco, Greece, Cyprus, Turkey, Algeria and some other countries. The scientific name of carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua L.) derives from Greek keras, horn, and Latin siliqua, alluding to the hardness and shape of the pod. The common name originates from the Hebrew kharuv, from which are derived the Arabic kharrub and later algarrobo or garrofero in Spanish, carrubo in Italian, caroubier in French, Karubenbaum in German, alfarrobeira in Portuguese, charaoupi in Greek, charnup in Turkish, and garrofer or garrover in Catalan. The carob is also known as St. John’s bread or locust bean in reference to the presumed use of its ‘locusts’ as food by St. John the Baptist and, from that derives

Johannisbrotbaum in German. Jewellers used its uniform seeds as a unit of weight (200 mg), the carat. The carob tree grows as a sclerophyllous evergreen shrub or tree up to 10m high, with a broad semispherical crown and a thick trunk with brown rough bark and sturdy branches. Leaves are 10-20cm long, alternate, pinnate, with or without a terminal leaflet. Leaflets are 3-7cm long, ovate to elliptic, in 4-10 normally opposite pairs, coriaceous, dark green and shiny above, pale green beneath and finely veined with margins slightly ondulate, and tiny stipules. The leaves are sclerophyllous and have a very thick single-layered upper epidermis, the cells of which contain phenolic compounds in the large vacuoles, and stomata are present only in the lower epidermis and arranged in clusters. Carob does not shed its leaves in the autumn but only in July every second year, and it only partially renews leaves in spring (April and May). The original distribution of C. siliqua is not clear as it has undergone extensive cultivation since ancient times. It is suggested that its range in the wild included Turkey, Cyprus, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, southern Jordan, Egypt, Arabia, Tunisia and Libya and that it moved westward at an early stage. Carob is believed to have been spread by the Greeks to Greece and Italy and then by the Arabs along the coast of northern Africa into the south and east of Spain, from where it migrated to the south of Portugal and the southeast of France. Its wild occurrence in the western Mediterranean is doubtful. Spontaneous carobs occur in many places around the western Mediterranean basin but they are regarded as feral derivatives of the fruit crop which probably evolved under domestication. As a food source, carob pods could be stored and transported long distances. In most of the Mediterranean region wild and naturalised carobs are distributed in more or less the same geographic and climatic belt as the cultivated. Forms of spontaneous carobs are particularly common at low altitudes along the Spanish Mediterranean coast, southwest Spain, southern Portugal, the Balearic Islands, southeast France, the shores of southern Italy including Sicily, the Adriatic coast of Croatia, the Aegean region in Greece and Turkey, along the northern and southern ranges of the isle of Cyprus, in the islands of Malta, in the maritime belt of Lebanon and Israel, the north and south of Morocco and the coastline in Tunisia. The carob is one of the most useful native Mediterranean trees. In producing countries, carob pods have traditionally been used as animal and human food and currently the main use is the seed for gum extraction. Carob pods

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provide fodder for ruminants and nonruminants. In the wild, carob shelter, foliage and beans attract browsing animals. The pods contain indigestible and valuable seeds. Carob timber is hard and close-grained, and has been used to make utensils as well as fuel. Carob wood also was traditionally used to make slow-burning charcoal. Ceratonia oreothauma is extensively used for goat fodder in its native ranges. The pulp can be ground into a fine powder for use in human nutrition. Carob powder consists of 46% sugar, 7% protein and small amounts of numerous minerals and vitamins and is therefore rather nutritious. After oven-drying, the powder can be added to cakes, bread, sweets, ice creams or drinks as a flavouring. Carob powder ‘cocoa’ has advantages over chocolate in that has fewer calories and neither caffeine nor theobromine. Its flavour is not as rich as dark chocolate but resembles milk chocolate. Owing to the high sugar content of the pod and its relatively low cost, carob pulp was among the first horticultural crops used for the production of industrial alcohol by fermentation in several Mediterranean countries. In some countries, e.g. Egypt, carob syrup is a popular drink obtained by extracting carob kibbles with water. Harvesting is the major cost in carob production owing to the expensive and scarce labour in most developed countries. Manual harvesting of the pods represents 30-35% of the total production cost for an orchard. This cost can be divided between knocking (or shaking) and collecting operations. Knocking is a traditional operation performed with thin long poles to knock down ripe pods. Manual or mechanical harvesting by trunk shakers and manpower shakers is affected by size and growth habit of the trees, pod distribution in the branches and pod abscission. Collecting operations depend on yield, size and shape of pod, and orchard density. The main aim for new carob orchard establishment should be mechanical harvesting. Some agronomical features of the tree are important to improve mechanical harvesting of carob. In Portugal the future of the carob production is being protected by an interesting initiative to promote carob growing, with the establishment of the Associaçao Interprofissional para o Desenvolvimento da Produçao e Valorizaçao da Alfarrova (AIDA) which has been in place within the Algarve since 1985. This independent association brings together efforts of interested people and institutions involved in carob production, processing and marketing.

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ach month we receive different questions from our readers, although some of these questions are related to specific situations, sometimes the answer may help you to better understand the tax system in Portugal and answer the queries from other readers. I am a Portuguese tax resident, but still registered as a tax resident in Sweden. Is this legal and can I be tax resident in both jurisdictions? If I want to have medical insurance in Portugal, what is required? Normally you should only be tax resident in a single country, however for various reasons there are situations where you can remain as residents in both jurisdictions. Obviously in this case you need to be very careful when submitting your yearly tax declarations. As a tax resident you will be required to submit your worldwide income in both jurisdictions. It is recommended that you speak with an accountant, to make sure that you do not pay tax twice on the same income. With reference to medical insurance, as you have the NIF with the Portuguese address, and the EU residency certificate (CRUE) you can register with the SNS (National Health System) and get the “Utente Number”. This registration made online or on your nearest Health Centre, will give you access to the Portuguese National Health System. If you also require having medical insurance to use in other countries, it will be needed to register with the social security in Portugal and obtain the S1 form from Sweden in order to transfer the international medical cover from Sweden to Portugal. If, however what you need is to have private medical cover, you will only require the Portuguese NIF to contract with a Portuguese insurance company. My daughter, who holds dual Portuguese and British nationality, has been living permanently in the UK. She has nothing in Portugal, not even a bank account. Because of Brexit does she legally need to currently appoint a Fiscal Representative and if not, what could be the consequences? Yes, anyone that lives outside the EU, needs to appoint a fiscal representative in Portugal. Theoretically she does not need one, because she has no tax affairs, neither any assets in Portugal that would pay tax, so the tax authorities not even need to contact her. But the law still requires appointing the fiscal representative and the consequences of not doing so, could result in a fine. Fines for not appointing the fiscal representative

range from 75€ to 7.500€. Recently the tax authorities have determined that all holders of the Portuguese NIF that live outside the EU, should appoint a fiscal representative no later than 30-06-2022. I moved to Portugal in March 2020, but due to the lockdown I was only able to get my affairs in order with the Portuguese tax authorities in June 2020 and now have just realised that I was only classed as tax resident since that date. This means that as an NHR I will pay 10% on my pension for the next 10 years, instead of 0%. Can you help me to rectify this situation? In fact, all those that registered as tax residents after 31-03-2020, will be taxed at 10% on their pension income. To rectify this and change your address retrospectively, we would need some evidence that you were here prior to that date. The evidence could be an EU residency certificate, a rental contract, or the deed from a property purchase. If you do not have any of these, the tax authorities will not accept the change of the address retrospectively. If you have signed a promissory contract prior to 31-032020, this will only be valid if you have paid the IMT (property transfer tax) and the stamp duty, also prior to the cutoff date. This is normally only due prior to the deed, but if paid before, it means that the promissory contract becomes effective from that date and therefore could be used for this purpose. We moved from the UK to Tavira and want to take advantage of the NHR status, opening a Portuguese company to provide consultancy services to the UK and USA. What taxes and social security payments can we expect?

If you are the director and the owner of the company and have more than 75% of the business, if the activity is listed as a professional activity, it falls under the Fiscal Transparency. Under the Fiscal Transparency the company does not pay corporate tax, apart from autonomous taxes. All the profits are taxed in the hands of the directors and as he has NHR, the tax rate on the profit can be taxed at the special rate of 20%, providing the activity is listed on the eligible NHR occupations. This means that the profits belong to the partner/ director and there are no dividends to withdraw. If the director does not draw dividends, the company will be owing him, as he already paid PIT on these profits, so they belong to him. Theoretically it means that on an estimated income of 100.000€, you will be paying 20.000€ tax. As the tax year in Portugal is the same as the civil year and the corporate tax is due normally in May, it means that your tax bill will be issued in May of the year following your billing. With reference to the social security charges, please note that all directors are supposed to have a salary or at least to contribute to the social security, under the minimum wage. However, as you are both retired and pensioners, providing you can arrange the P1 form from your country, we can apply for the exemption of social security contributions in Portugal. Otherwise, if not exempt, the year liability would be in the region of 3.235€ per director. Please feel free to send us the questions you may have to helpdesk@allfinance.pt. We will select some of these to be published.

“All those that registered as tax residents after 31-03-2020, will be taxed at 10% on their pension income. To rectify this and change your address retrospectively, we would need some evidence that you were here prior to that date. The evidence could be an EU residency certificate, a rental contract, or the deed from a property purchase”.

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Reasons Expats do not seek Advice, and Reasons why they Should

s an expat living in Europe, there are several ways of doing things that you need to get used to. This includes, managing your money, your pensions, and investments, and undertaking proper financial advice when planning for your future and the future of your family. As an expat, organising and arranging your finances and retirement plans can become a headache. You’ll likely have several bank accounts (locally and in the UK), as well as several different pension pots that you have accumulated over years of working in the UK and maybe abroad. Factoring in UK state pension eligibility can become even more confusing. How do I access my UK pension? When can I access my UK pension? Should I leave my pension in the UK, or maybe look to transfer? These are all common questions that most expats will ask, and it’s important to make sure you know your options. When we speak with expats abroad, often people will say that seeking financial advice is important, but they haven’t got around to doing it yet. There may be several reasons why expats don’t seek advice so we’ve listed a few on why they should, and how they can go about it. If any of this sounds like you, get in touch. We can help you organise your finances, understand the impact of your decisions, and make sure you’re on track to reach your future goals. When weighing up the cost of financial advice, it’s also important to look at the bigger picture. A study from the UK International Longevity Centre (ILC) published in 2019, found that advised clients accumulated more wealth than non-advised clients. It also found that those that took financial advice between 2001 and 2006 were, on average, £47,706 better off in 2014/16. I can look after my own money, is a common reply. Some people say they don’t take financial advice as they feel confident enough to do it themselves. What we find is that even with the interest and will to self-manage, there is often not the time to commit to managing your investments, which can lead to your investments being neglected and at risk of underperformance. Even when you’re

in control of your finances, working with a qualified professional can still add value. Financial advice can help you understand all the opportunities you have and how best to reach your goals. It can also make sure you are taking advantage of tax-efficient options to help make your money go further and the specific issues you may face as an expat in Europe. You will also need to consider the jurisdiction where you are living, as well as any tax and reporting obligations plus investment restrictions you may have. Working with a financial adviser doesn’t have to mean giving up control of your assets, but rather that it provides you with additional and oftentimes much-needed support so you can be confident in the decisions you’re making and the long-term impact they could have. Financial advice isn’t for someone like me You may think that your net worth or a particular asset has to be above a certain figure to make financial advice worthwhile. However, financial planning can help a range of people. In reality, most international professionals living in Europe and away from their home country could really benefit from the structure and direction of a good financial plan. If you’re not sure if financial advice is right for you, please get in touch with us. Whether you’re an experienced investor or just beginning a financial plan, we can help. It isn’t something I’ve thought about. As mentioned in the introduction, with so many things to think about and new ways of living to get used to when you are living in a new county, managing one’s finances often gets pushed down the list. Both the day-today decisions about your finances and the long-term planning are just as important when you are an expat. I don’t like talking about money. Talking about money is still something of a taboo subject for many. Even among family and friends, money is something we rarely talk about, so it’s easy to see why some people may be put off talking to a financial adviser. People will tend to seek expat financial advice when they are looking to increase the income they receive from their assets, either in the short term, or the long term (such as in retirement). Financial advisers are able to help expats

plan and manage your finances to restructure your investments and savings, enabling you to maximise your return on investment as well as minimise any tax which may be due as a result. If you’ve put off seeking financial advice, focus on how a discussion about your finances can help you manage your life as an expat living in Europe. It can help you to define and then reach your most important aspirations and life goals, from retiring early to creating a nest egg for your children and grandchildren. Meeting with a financial adviser isn’t just about discussing how much your assets are worth. While your finances do play a large role, understanding what you want to achieve and how your assets and decisions can help you reach them, are the real focus of discussions. It is therefore important that you find a professional that you are comfortable speaking with. You may feel that you need to speak with a few advisers first before you get that connection. Make sure it is one where you can speak freely and openly with so you can be sure that you are working together on the same page to help you now - and in the long term. Procrastination can be costly. When you get a late start, it may be difficult to make up for lost time. The question we should be asking ourselves is, where will our retirement money come from? If you’re like most people, qualified-retirement plans, Social Security, and personal savings and investments are expected to play a role. Once you have estimated the amount of money you may need for retirement, a sound approach involves taking a close look at your potential retirement-income sources. If you would like to discuss your finances or have any questions about how financial advice could help you and your family, please get in touch with us at info@pccwealth.com

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Not all advice is good and not all people are as genuine as you may think. Enjoy our 'bad advice' column from the expert we have all met, know and love... the Expat.

oday, the magazine meets an extraordinarily accomplished entrepreneur who has great advice for the new ExPat and how to pursue a path of success, leaving no stone unturned. Magazine: Hans, you describe yourself as a master of many skills. Did that start when you moved to the East Algarve? How did your journey begin? Hans: Well I found myself unemployed in Germany and thought it was time to reinvent myself as a pet sitter in sunnier climates. It is true, the first prized Persian pussycat escaped from a window and was sadly mowed down, and yes, it is true that they tried to sue me. So I changed my name, moved to another town, and became a life coach. It is not my fault their prized pussy had wanderlust! Luckily, with my new alias, they have not tracked me down! Magazine: Wow, that sounds stressful. So now you also are a life coach? How did that come about? Hans: Well, I watched a YouTube tutorial for fifteen minutes. No one ever asks to see qualifications and I downloaded a fake diploma! Anyway, I have been schooled in life, I know the way of the streets, not pen pushing! No one needs to know I got sacked from most of my jobs in data entry and customer service roles. I always knew I was too special for those anyway. Magazine: So have you had any actual client’s yet? Hans: Well the only one I have had since being in the area was not ready for my interventions. They said I was not an expert and asked for their money back. I refused to give it back though. My time and experience is precious! Besides, they were rude and ungrateful. Now I randomly put posts out on Facebook advertising my credentials. Magazine: Erm, I don’t know what to say! Well, what qualities do you think you need and have that makes you an entrepreneur? Hans: It is about self belief. Never hiding

from a challenge. To be a jack of all trades and a master of none. I have the gift of convincing people what is best for them! It is all about positive thinking and knowing I am invaluable. Truly believing I will make a profound difference to you if you are fortunate enough to meet me... Magazine: In what way? Hans: Well, if I meet someone with a good idea, I will take it, make it my own and improve it. Magazine: And your friends are ok with this? Hans: Well they don’t remain friends for long! Often people are jealous about what I can do. Magazine: Indeed… What other ideas have you taken and improved for your repertoire of services? Hans: Well, I run art experiences, this was very well attended in comparison to my other events. Last time two people came and I made 70 Euros. Magazine: So you have a background in fine art? Hans: No, it’s not necessary! How hard is it to hold a paintbrush!? It’s like my other venture in fine antiques. I don’t know what the items are, but I create a big fancy backstory and then hugely overcharge. I like to use the second hand Facebook market pages. The aim is to make the person feel special enough, or guilty enough to buy it, or annoy them enough for them to want you out of their hair...(Laughs heartily). Magazine: That really isn’t nice! And do you do this with other skills you offer? Hans: Sure! Why not. In the town I lived in before I changed my name, I even said I was an electrician! I heard that was an explosive issue after I moved! I also run business networking events and entrepreneur groups. Mainly to take ideas and make them much better. I encourage people to give me their bank details and join a group that doesn’t really exist. Suckers! Magazine: We seriously thought we were interviewing an accomplished entrepreneur!

Hans: Screw you, I am! I am now intending to work in real estate. Magazine: Intending? How do you really survive in the Algarve? It doesn’t sound like anything is long term for you? Hans: Well benefit fraud from my own country has been long term. It is useful knowing people who create convincing fake identification. Oh, and of course I got a massive compensation for a workplace injury I faked back home. Plus, I avoid tax through my many aliases… Magazine: When you leave we are calling the police! You are a liar taking advantage of people! Hans: Ha, you think!? You don’t even know who I am! Anyway, I was thinking it was time for a move, maybe to Malta. I am thinking of becoming a burglar, but first I need to lose a few pounds, else I won’t fit through the windows! Magazine: Well you better sprint your fat ass out of that chair, because we are calling the Police now…! Hans throws over the table, grunts, standing menacingly over us. Hans: (yelling): “That phone is mine”! Magazine backs away over the table. Hans pursues falling over the chair he upturned and gauging his groin on the leg. Laying flat on his back Hans lays choking: “You bastards”!

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963 458 163 The family-run Amesbury Abbey Group offers an elegant retirement in country house style at Monte da Palhagueira. For those who are looking for the reassurance of constant professional care, our nursing care may be the way forward. Alongside all the beneﬁts of residential care, our nursing care adds the additional security of 24-hour care provision from qualiﬁed nursing professionals. Our team spend a lot of time getting to know each resident as an individual, learning their preferences and understanding their concerns, working hand in hand with GPs and other associated care professionals to provide outstanding personalised nursing care.

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Energy

Solar hot water when you need it - without sunshine! Solar power all year round with Thermo-Dynamic Panels. Here is how they work and what they cost

hermo-Dynamic panels are a sustainable source of natural, clean and renewable energy providing 100% of your hot water needs, 365 days of the year. SHS SOLAR SOLUTIONS can supply the very latest technology in domestic hot water solutions using stainless steel tanks with either one or two panels, and with WiFi also included for remote control, monitoring and support on any mobile device. The tank can be located anywhere near a hot/cold water feed and the panel(s) can be mounted almost flat up to 15 meters away if needed, thereby eliminating the UGLY TANK ON THE ROOF, and with the panels out of sight, you can have hot water on demand year-round and in all-weather types while saving 85% on energy costs. Thermodynamic panels are similar to airsource heat pumps and work like refrigerators in reverse. They work the same in rain, clouds and at night. The panels absorb heat from the atmosphere to convert a refrigerant into a gas. That then passes through a compressor – which boosts its temperature – and is used to heat water. The refrigerant enters the panel at a temperature of between -20C and -30C, so even on cold days the panels can absorb

relative warmth from the air. Although the compressor runs on electricity, the costs are low, around 112€ per year. The key metric for this kind of technology is the so-called coefficient of performance (COP), which measures the amount of heat generated for each unit of electricity put into the system. An immersion heater, for example, has a COP of 1, while air-source heat pumps typically have a COP of between 2 and 4. Thermo-dynamic panels generally have a COP of between 2 and 7. The starting price for SHS Thermo-Dynamic hot water systems is around 3,295.00€ including full installation and VAT. There is nothing cheaper or more efficient in the market today for this type of technology. Customers may also be eligible for government subsidies backed by an EU directive for renewable energies, an initiative to encourage green energy and low carbon footprints. Please speak with an SHS Manager for more details on this and other incentive schemes and products such as Solar Photovoltaic systems, Heat Pumps, Underfloor Heating, InfraRed and Car Chargers. For more information and to schedule a FREE site visit and assessment, please contact; john@shs-pt.com, iain@shs-pt.com info@shs-pt.com / www.shs-pt.com

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Home grown spices imported from India gives a unique flavour producing the best Indian cuisine in the East Algarve!

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Sport

New home for Algarve Croquet Club In a fantastic new partnership, Algarve Croquet Club (ACC) has taken up home at the prestigious Benamor Golf in Conceiçao de Tavira, near Tavira.

CC club secretary Stephanie Shreeve explained, “The ACC is committed to pursuing excellence in croquet and to creating an environment which helps the game to be played at its very best. Our new home at Benamor Golf helps us to do just that. We’ll be actively seeking to play home and away games against other clubs in Europe and to send teams to represent Portugal in official competitions. Our new home also helps provide an active social dimension to ACC, not least by making use of the brilliant club house dining facilities”. The ACC held an excellent and fun open day on Sunday 1st August, attended by more than 50 people keen to see the new venue in all its finery. João Sousa of Benamor Golf said “ We are delighted to welcome ACC and add another sport to our offering here at Benamor Golf.” Full membership of the ACC for the remainder of 2021 is just 50 Euros for unlimited play, seven days a week. It’s open to anyone able to play croquet to a reasonable standard or keen to learn how to do so. The club expects to receive an early visit from renown English international Stephen Mulliner, so this really is an ideal time to join. Anyone wishing to do so should contact Membership Secretary, Trevor Morgan, at morgantrevor1@sky.com Vaughan Willmore

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SEPTEMBER

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Sept21 East Algarve Magazine

Articles inside

BAD ADVICE Ask the Expat

FINANCE News from PCC

PEOPLE Tavira elections

FINANCE Finance news from Ricardo Chaves.

MOTORING Porsche: the Taycan Croos Turismo

GARDENS The Carob

PHOTOGRAPHY Photo of the Month

MOTORING Readers Cars

HEALTH Inspiration for the body and soul

NEWS Local news