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Expert financial advice Keep up to date with our Finance expert, chartered accountant Ricardo Chaves from All Finance Matters. CRYPTO ASSETS IN PORTUGAL AND WHAT'S NEW IN 2023 (PART 1) In the 2023 State Budget proposal the Portuguese Government introduced capital gain, you will be subject to tax rate than a year ago and the other less than the taxation of cryptoassets of 28%. If you aggregate this income to your a year ago. I made a profit on selling one (this exceeds the concept of other sources of income, you will be taxed of them, but I don't know which one. Do I cryptocurrencies), and short-term at the progressive tax rates and the tax rate have to declare profit? capital gains (up to one year) with will be the one corresponding to your income The PIT Code provides for the application cryptocurrency transactions to be taxed at bracket. of the FIFO method (First In, First Out) in the 28%, but not all gains are liable to tax. Here Can I be punished if I don't submit the tax calculation of capital gains obtained from are the proposed changes for 2023 and how return or do not include this information on the sale of securities, according to which the these may affect you (part one, part two to my tax return? securities sold are those acquired the longest. follow next month). Yes, failure to report income and or earnings, This rule has not undergone any change in the Up until the end of 2023, what was the tax or failure to submit the tax return constitutes proposed State Budget for 2023, in order to regime applicable to Crypto? an administrative offense, subject to penalties. ensure its application to the calculation of There was no tax regime and no specific law The amount of the fine depend on the specific gains obtained from the sale of crypto-assets for crypto currencies until now, which made situation. If there is a voluntary regularization, that do not constitute securities. Portugal one of the most crypto-friendly the waiver or reduction of fines may apply, The value of my cryptocurrency portfolio countries. depending, among other factors, on the date increased last year, but I haven't made any Will I have to declare to the Portuguese tax on which the fault committed is regularized, transactions. Do I have to declare? authorities, that I own cryptocurrencies? as well as whether or not a report was raised, If you did not carry out any transaction in No, there is no wealth tax in Portugal, a report or complaint was received or initiated the previous year, it means that you did therefore you will only need to report income tax inspection procedure. not have any capital gains from the sale of received from cryptocurrencies or gains made Compensatory interest (at an annual rate of cryptocurrencies, so you will have nothing to for the sale of these assets. The State Budget 4%) will also be payable on the missing tax. declare to the Tax Authorities, since the PIT proposal now considers mining operations, How does the tax authorities know about only taxes realized gains. as a business activity and the gains obtained my crypto assets? I do mining of cryptocurrencies. Do I have with the sale of crypto are taxable at 28%, In the proposed state budget, there is now to declare it? Is this a gain or a business providing the crypto was bought less than a a reporting obligation by intermediaries. activity income? year ago. Thus anyone who provides custody and Cryptocurrency mining is now considered a I made a profit from selling cryptocurrencies administration services of crypto-assets commercial/industrial activity covered by the I bought less than a year ago. Do I have to on behalf of third parties or manage one or IRS under category B (self employment). The declare? more crypto-asset trading platforms, must income obtained from the exercise of this If the State Budget proposal for 2023 is notify the Portuguese Tax Authorities, up to activity will be liable to the IRS, and the taxable approved, you will have to report the sale the end of January of each year, for each income will be taxed at the progressive tax operation when submitting your Personal taxable person, through an official model, the rates. Income tax and the gain obtained (difference operations carried out with their intervention, The rule contained in the State Budget between the market value at the date of sale in relation to crypto assets. proposal for 2023 is not clear concerning the and the acquisition value, net of necessary What can I offset against my gains on the coefficient to be applied under the simplified expenses and effectively carried out, inherent sale of crypto? regime, but it seems to imply that the taxable to the acquisition and disposal) will be liable In the case of the sale of crypto assets, the gain will correspond to 15% of the income to tax. gain liable to tax is made “by the difference obtained from the activity. How and when do I have to declare? between the sale value and the acquisition I received cryptocurrencies from a friend. The tax year in Portugal is from January 1st value”, net of the necessary and effectively Do I have to declare too? to December 31st and the tax submission incurred expenses, related to the acquisition In the case of a free transmission (for example, is normally available between April 1st and and disposal. For this purpose, the sale value a donation of cryptocurrencies) there is a June 30th. When submitting the tax return corresponds to the market value of the crypto 10% Stamp Duty fee. This is not an income, – mandatory done online - you will have to asset at the date of sale. so it won’t be reported in the tax return, only include the crypto asset sales operations you What happens to cryptocurrencies I when it is sold. had in the previous tax year. bought more than a year ago? 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Expert financial advice by John Alden, Managing Partner at Private Client Consultancy ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN FINANCIAL SERVICES Have you ever thought about responsibilities. This therefore reduces the 3 TRADING asking a chatbot a question need for further recruitment. With the ability AI trading refers to the buying and about opening a savings to scale, this advanced technology can also selling of assets without the need for account or the status of be used for short or long-term projects. human involvement. This covers a broad your account? Then you will High-Tech Customer Services range of automated trading techniques, have noticed that the world Finance companies are now required through whereby the AI software makes pre- of AI is booming. No sector or industry can to respond to customers 24/7 and have programmed trades. AI trading is not new remain untouched by this game-changing, developed into technology-advanced and has been around for some time. AI has advanced technology - and the world of institutions with creative, innovated systems. been relied upon by successful traders across Finance is no different. AI has been said to create a more positive the globe new advancements in technology According to Forbes, 54% of financial service ‘customer service experience’ with the use increase the levels of speed, success, and organizations with 5,000+ employees are now of smartphone data, virtual assistants and development of stock portfolios. using artificial intelligence. 24/7 chatbots. These ultimately, improve the bottom line and ensure acurate information 4 PERSONALISED BANKING Embracing Artificial Intelligence in for future planning strategies. Banks are also Waiting to speak to a customer service Financial Services. transforming into customer focused, digitally representative is now a thing of the past as The finance world has fully embraced the driven business models which mirror those of Chatbots and virtual assistants have reduced potential benefits of AI, which is now more big tech companies with high-end customer (and even eliminated) the need to spend time prevalent than ever. The post recovery from service policies and cyber security systems on the phone. the pandemic has seen us all further embrace in place. Now, customers can check their balance, the digital experience. Forward-thinking Younger consumers often prefer digital schedule payments, look up information executive managers and business owners banking. In fact, 78% of millennials say they on their account activity, ask questions via now actively explore new avenues of Artificial won’t go to a bank if there’s an alternative. a virtual assistant and receive convenient intelligence in Financial Services to gain a personalized banking advice. “virtual competitive edge on the market. Here are our top 5 examples of how AI is assistants can respond to customer needs AI has helped Finance companies streamline changing the world of Finance: with minimal employee input,” according to AI their systems and procedures by automating News. tasks which provides flexibility for employees 1FRAUD Financial fraud mainly refers to crimes 5 PREVENTING CYBER ATTACKS to adopt more varied rooted in deception, such as forgery, scams, It has become increasingly difficult to and insider threats. AI can detect fraud fight cyber threats without the intervention attacks in less than a second using advanced of advanced AI. In today’s world consumers AI-based rating technologies. AI is effective at need to be reassured that banks and financial preventing credit card fraud, a crime that has institutions will keep their information and been growing exponentially in recent years money as secure, as possible. AI increases due to the increase of e-commerce and company security by analysing normal data entry patterns, staff communication channels online transactions. and alerting companies of unusual internal or external activity or discrepancies. 2 FINANCIAL ADVISORY So, What is the Future of AI in Finance? AI in Finance transforms the As AI becomes more incorporated into our way people interact with money daily lives and the world, there really is no and helps the financial industry surprise that the world of Finance is at the streamline and optimise processes forefront of adopting new technology and ranging from credit decisions to methodology as consumers become hungrier quantitative trading and financial and more savvy to the possibility of financial risk management. freedom and security for themselves, their With an increase in the need families, and their businesses. for financial independence by consumers, AI algorithms can We are committed to helping you make the provide information on the latest best decisions for your circumstances. financial trends. AI also assists with Contact Managing Partner John Alden by portfolio reviews and companies email at [email protected] can receive the information they need as quickly as possible. 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Sara de Melo Castanheira is an expert in Occupational Therapy and Quality of Life. She is also the Technical Director of SER Igual, an Association of special rehabilitation services in Tavira HAPPY FEETid you ever think about example, are far more common in children who usually wear shoes, than those who don’t wear your feet, and the them at home and in nature. We also know the importance they have critical period for the development of the arch is in your emotions and before age six. This means that walking barefoot Dgeneral well-being? barefoot is one of the most beneficial types of sensory stimulation a child can experience as it stimulates their entire nervous system! And it is also true that children who often go barefoot are less prone to colds and flu. Great to know when Remember those autumn just started, right? is especially important during early childhood. carefree, barefoot days of summer here in the And if walking barefoot is excellent for a child, Shoes can prevent children from using certain Algarve? The soft grass beneath your feet? walking barefoot as an adult can help you muscle groups that can actually strengthen their The warm sand between your toes? The mild connect with your inner child and helps you body. Wearing shoes all the time can cause seawater on the feet by the sea? When was the achieve a state of greater well-being. children to either walk on their toes or on the last time you went barefoot outside? When was The benefits of walking barefoot are vast, heels of their feet. the last time your children did? holistic and normally include: And what about fungi? Did you know that Allow yourself to close your eyes, take a deep a) better control of your foot position when it wearing shoes all the time creates a perfect, breath and feel your feet… what do you feel? strikes the ground; b) improvements in balance, dark, damp and heated environment for the And what comes to your mind? What ideas proprioception, and body awareness, which can growth of bacteria and fungi? Wearing shoes all and memories come to your mind? Move your help with pain relief; c) better foot mechanics, the time or the wrong type of shoes can also tiptoes and feel your body waking up, wanting which can lead to improved mechanics of foster the growth of bunions, in-grow toenails to stretch… the hips, knees, and core; d) maintaining and athlete’s foot. When a toddler is learning to walk, parents are appropriate range of motion in your foot and Our pediatric physiotherapist is witnessing told to let this process happen naturally, and ankle joints as well as adequate strength and the damage that the continuous wearing of without shoes. That’s because shoes can affect stability within your muscles and ligaments; e) shoes, or the wrong type of shoes, can do to how a child uses the muscles and bones in their stronger leg muscles, which support the lower the development of children in general, as feet, but it´s not just about bones and muscles! back region; f) stimulate pressure points and more children are coming to Associação SER Walking barefoot helps develop the child´s the nervous system; g) helps prevent varicose Igual with flat feet, joins instability and other brain. Kids receive feedback from the ground veins. The movement of the feet when walking morbidities, that can be prevented or minimized when they walk barefoot, and it improves their barefoot increases the flow of blood to the if children could walk barefoot more often and in proprioception sense (awareness of their body veins, in turn, this helps the leg muscles better different types of environments. in space). Stimulating proprioception helps circulate blood flow back to the heart; j) foster a So, when your children have to wear shoes, to gain body awareness, space and distance. connection with nature. make sure that 'fashion' alone does not These concepts will be used cognitively during What about shoes? Should children use or not determine the choice of shoes, but that they their learning in, for example, mathematical wear shoes? Barefoot in nature or just at home? fit well, are flexible and not restrictive of natural concepts. Walking barefoot strengthens the And what type of shoes, should they wear? development and the functioning of the growth muscles in children’s feet and ankles, improving When children wear shoes in nature, they of young feet. balance and posture. It engages the foot’s are missing out on the most basic sensory And for you dear reader, I recommend you allow arches, strengthening them, and improves the experience of them all – the feeling of dirt, rocks, yourself to walk barefoot and feel like a child alignment of muscles throughout the legs. This, leaves and twigs beneath their feet. Our feet are again! in turn, helps prevent stability problems in joints hard-wired with multiple pressure points and How can you know more about us and help such as the hips, knees and ankles, reducing nerve endings to convey messages to other SER Igual Association grow? the risks of injury later in life. When children walk parts of our bodies. Wearing shoes dulls the Associação SER Igual is a non-profit association barefoot, they increase their sensory alertness. effectiveness of these nerve endings, while for handicap people and with Public Utility that is The child´s arousal level remains alert but going barefoot stimulates them and, in turn, our helping children, teenagers and their caregivers calm and intensifies the desire to explore the entire nervous system. It’s perhaps the easiest to get better life quality and helping change the surrounding environment. How does the ground and most cost-effective form of sensory play! paradigm of inclusion in east Algarve. By sharing feel? Their senses are heightened – they’re Young children wearing shoes with thick soles this article, you help spreading the name of SER paying attention. From that attention comes that are not flexible, tend to bounce and fall over Igual, so more people can contact us. You can an appreciation of the natural world they are when they are running or playing. They look sponsor one of our social projects or sponsor walking through. Walking barefoot, for example clumsier, and often require more movement to a child from our Association and help him/her in nature, helps to stimulate the seven senses of maintain joint stability which may resemble false to carry out their therapies. If you need services a child's body. When all seven senses are fully hyperactivity. of Physiotherapy (children and adults) please engaged, they completely connect with nature Wearing shoes affects everything from our visit us on our FB page (@SerIgualPT) and IG (@ and what better time than childhood to develop gait and posture and foot development, to igual.ser) and make an appointment to geral@ a love of being in the natural world? Going the strength of our foot's arch. Flat feet, for seronline.pt or by phone 918180020. 56 www.eastalgarvemag.com
Health PURE, WHITE AND DEADLY HOW SUGAR CAUSES OF 99% OF ILLNESS AND DISEASE AND WHICH DIET WORKS BEST Expert advice from Elaine Godley founder of the Perfect health HUB a self-help I repository with hundreds of health resources, videos, podcasts and weekly group support n an interview I watched recently intake for certain parts of the day or days in PRO’S on YouTube with Dr Rangan the week. The idea is to reduce overall calorie The Mediterranean diet has been studied Chatterjee and Dr Robert Lustig, intake and therefore lose weight. extensively for its ability to promote heart they discussed ´The Bitter Truth There are variations of this diet, but the health. about Sugar and How it Causes standard version is having a normal diet on In fact, research shows that the Mediterranean Inflammation´. 5 days of the week and reducing your calorie diet may even be linked to a lower risk of heart Last month we lightly explored the intake to about ¼ of normal for two days each disease and stroke. Paleo and Keto diets. In this article we look week. With no food restrictions on this diet, The Mediterranean diet encourages a variety at the 5:2, Mediterranean diets, and juicing. people tend to find it easy to follow. The main of nutrient-dense foods, including fruits, Why am I linking the diet conversation with challenge is not to overindulge on non-diet vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and the sugar debate? days, although you still need to eat healthily. heart-healthy fats. As such, following this Be assured there is no specific diet that suits PRO’S eating pattern may help stabilise blood sugar everyone. We could observe two friends Easy to follow as few rules and restrictions. levels and protect against type 2 diabetes as both following identical eating patterns and Many studies have shown benefits of fasting shown by research. yet there could be huge differences in the including weight loss, reducing insulin levels. Several studies show that the Mediterranean outcome. This is because of our metabolism And it may help reduce insulin resistance, diet could also be beneficial for brain health which is different for every living person. In asthma, seasonal allergies, heart arrhythmias, and may even protect against cognitive other words, how our body deals with what menopausal hot flashes and more. decline. One study of 512 people found we put in it. One study showed that the 5:2 diet caused that greater adherence to the Mediterranean In the 1970s food processing was weight loss similar to regular calorie restriction. diet was associated with improved memory introduced on a huge scale Additionally, the diet was very effective at and reductions in several risk factors for Refined sugar is a key ingredient in all reducing insulin levels and improving insulin Alzheimer’s disease . processed food production. Many doctors sensitivity. CON’S agree that 99% of diseases are caused by CON’S Since nothing is off limits, it can be difficult to inflammation. The 5:2 diet may be a helpful alternative to not have a specific plan or calorie guidelines, Guess what? Sugar and stress are the most some people looking for a less restrictive diet so could be tricky to adhere to. common causes of inflammation which leads plan, but it is not for everyone. Also, since the focus is on healthy fats and to poor health – guaranteed! People who are prone to low blood sugar or whole grains, overeating is quite possible. Next month we will explore how stress affects easily feel dizzy or fatigued if they do not eat In addition, this diet promotes eating the our health. may not want to follow a diet that involves whole food, like full-fat dairy products, which, PROTECT THE LIVER AND FEED THE GUT fasting. when eaten in large quantities, may be very Processed foods don´t typically contain fibre. You also need to be strict with yourself not to calorically dense, acidic and cause breathing When fibre is missing, the liver is directly overindulge on non-diet days. difficulties for some people – especially those exposed to chemicals and toxins causing prone to asthma. non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Fizzy pop MEDITERRANEAN DIET One of the Mediterranean diet's disadvantages drinks loaded with sugar are also a sure-fire This diet emphasises foods that were is that there's no one set rulebook for the way to give yourself gout and non-fatty liver commonly eaten around the Mediterranean eating style. As a result, there's no exact disease. region during the 20th century and earlier. number when it comes to servings per day of High levels of nutrition will help to protect your It includes plenty of vegetables, fruits, the foods included, which may be confusing liver, although there is no guarantee that your fish, poultry, whole grains, legumes, dairy for some people. body is absorbing the minerals and vitamins products, and extra virgin olive oil. without checking via laboratory testing which Although there are no strict rules or regulations JUICING I offer to my clients. for the diet, it typically encourages fruits, A juicing diet is a short-term diet consisting Now back to the diet conversation… vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, entirely of fruit and vegetable juices and 5:2 DIET seeds, and heart-healthy fats. Processed popular as a detox method. foods, added sugar, and refined grains should When you blend your juices using fresh fruits Commonly known as intermittent fasting, ideally be restricted though to optimise overall and vegetables only, you benefit from the wide the aim of this diet is to control your calorie health and wellbeing. range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants www.eastalgarvemag.com 57
Health contained within the most popular juicing can be overcome by increasing fluid intake including nerve damage, skin infections, ingredients. and consuming the correct juices. vision problems and diabetes. Balancing PRO’S the bodies sugar levels is key to maintaining Increased motivation, you see results rapidly, MY JUICING STORY good health and wellness. which encourages you to continue Incorporating wheatgrass juice into your diet You may also improve your gut health and even When I received the shocking news that I had can be a big boost to balancing sugar levels. feel an increase in your sense of well-being. stage IV cancer in July 2015, I juiced like a Wheatgrass juice is packed with minerals One small study found that a three-day juice ninja. On average I was drinking four large and vitamins such as Vitamin K, vitamin C, diet altered intestinal microbiota associated juices daily alongside many other strategies Vitamin B6, Vitamin E and vitamin A, iron, with weight loss and also promoted a greater to recover in record time of 3 months. calcium, magnesium and selenium. You´ve sense of well-being even two weeks after the Juicing is the fastest way to flood your body no need to take a multi-vitamin supplement if cleanse. with nutrients, although be careful if you you consume live organic wheatgrass (which By eliminating the bad stuff and putting lots go head on without preparing your body is completely different to powder or home- of good stuff into your body. Not only do for the shock, otherwise you could receive grown) which makes it a great addition to any you lose a few pounds, but it gives you more horrendous detox effects if you do diet but for those managing sugar levels it is energy, improves your mood and generally this too quickly. I was already in proving to be particularly effective. makes you feel better. reasonable shape after curing A 2016 study, for example, found that It should come as no surprise that fruits and myself of a rare kidney disease I wheatgrass raised insulin levels and vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals. was born with some years earlier. helped lower blood glucose in rats and Drinking juices can make getting a variety of I don´t make fresh juices these days another study showed that the inclusion of nutrients into your body simple. but do continue to consume high wheatgrass in various food recipes resulted The high vitamin content of fruits and quality fresh, organic live wheatgrass in a significant decrease in the glycaemic vegetables can also support the immune shots every day. The cost index of humans. system. is comparable and certainly More recently a study of 60 people has CON’S much quicker than sourcing been conducted in India and found that The disadvantage of this type of diet is that organic ingredients and wheatgrass products exhibit hypoglycaemic you can only do it for short periods of time. As preparing fresh juices which potential amongst diabetics. The effect of a result, your body doesn’t have the chance can take a long while and create wheatgrass juice was comparatively higher to adjust so you may experience fainting, a messy kitchen! in terms of changes in anthropometric headaches and fatigue. However, most of this Over time, high blood sugar levels can measurement and biochemical profile. have serious health consequences Experts believe that inflammation plays a role in diabetes. By fighting inflammation, 58 wheatgrass juice may also support people managing both diabetes and some of its complications. The key ingredients for juicing if you choose this route, are green leafy vegetables. Fruit juicing should be avoided because of the high sugar content. The centre core of the pineapple, raw ginger and whole apple can be used to sweeten but only in moderation. For me, I simply snip the frozen wheatgrass sachet open and add to my daily smoothie. Let me know if you´d like to receive some free wheatgrass and get your health on track. Elaine Godley MBA, O.A. Dip (Psych) was recently awarded Best Health and Wellbeing Mentor 2022 – UK. Elaine lives in the Algarve and supports international clients online https://discplus.health/ Links to the studies quoted in this article can be accessed via the online version of the magazine at https:// eastalgarvemag.com/ www.eastalgarvemag.com
Health AS TIME GOES BY... Time stops for nobody. Mara at the Alegria Alegria Beauty Salon has gone from strength to strength over the last 20 years Beauty Salon A legria Beauty Salon has been around for more than Beauty Treatments · Plasma Jet · Lash/Eyebrow 20 years and was originally a nail salon. Owner Mara Lifting and Colouring · Microblading was at the beauty fair in the Netherlands in Utrecht and from there she decided to learn more and more · Eyeliner/Lip Liner Tattoos · Facial Waxing skills and treatments, to get her where she is today. · Massages · Manicure/Pedicure · Chiropodist Mara works every day with her passion and her hobby. She says \"I am very happy that I am able to make this my AMmaarziang profession. Beauty is great and never stands still, I'm glad I found a Alegria Beauty Academy here where I can develop my interest in learning and Beauty Salon taking exams\". For this month, here's a useful beauty tip . Rua 5 Outubro 41, Vila Real de Santo António. Use-by beauty Tel.; 961 818 625 Have you ever wondered what the little open jar symbol means on Email: [email protected] your skincare packaging? It’s the PAO (Period After Opening), and refers to how many months the product is OK to use after opening. For 59 example, “12M” means you should not use it 12 months after breaking the seal. Why? If a product’s preservatives are no longer functioning it can become contaminated, leading to skin irritation or even a bacterial infection. Then there are all those active ingredients which will may have deteriorated, making application a little pointless. For more info please Whatsapp or call. Alegria Beauty Salon Mara www.eastalgarvemag.com
Gardens SQUASH, PUMPKIN OR GOURD… Squash, Pumpkins and Gourds are all members of Get ready to be a little confused! and food. Gourds take between 100 to 180 the Cucurbitaceae family, days to reach maturity and are now often and melons too… However, The stem is more likely to snap and break used as bird houses and transformed into not all gourds are squash, on a squash, plus it is usually too short to bird feeders. The flesh of a gourd is too thin but many squashes are work with. On the other hand, the stem of the and not very tasty to be able to make a meal gourds and a pumpkin is both a squash and pumpkin is hard and firm, making it easier to out of. A pumpkin, while also decorative, has a gourd. And all of them are a fruit, and not a grip. a thicker flesh, which is quite sweet, and often vegetable like many believe. The main difference between pumpkin and is used in sweeter recipes like pumpkin pie, See, I didn’t lie about it being confusing and squash is that the pumpkin stem is hard and roasted pumpkin and soups. Squash on the complicated! There are several distinctions jagged, while the squash stem is light and other hand is a little more savoury in flavour between them all though that should make it hollow and more likely to snap and break. The perfect for roasting, souping, dicing, pureeing a little clearer… stem of the pumpkin is hard and firm, making and all-around eating. it easier to grip. Squash is typically divided into two seasons, Gourds are mainly grown for decoration and traditionally used as storage vessels for water 60 www.eastalgarvemag.com
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Sport East Algarve Magazine INTERNATIONAL MEET-UPS Our regular meet-ups are proving to be a great success, here's a list of up-coming events Our first four events in Tavira, Olhão, Cabanas and VRSA have all been a resounding success. It's been wonderful to see and listen to people making new friends and arranging to meet outside of the group. It is also a great opportunity to share your experiences, and gain from others. There has been a lot of information about various businesses discussed, from favourite Indian restaurants, a particularly good real estate agent to a great Portuguese teacher. Each month we will meet at a designated venue in or around Tavira. There will be a second meet up towards the end of the month somewhere else in the East Algarve; Cabanas, Olhão, Fuseta, Monte Gordo or Vila Real. 'East Algarve Magazine International Meet-Ups' facebook group has been set up and is where the latest updates will be posted. The group already has nearly 450 members. The Meet-Ups are free of charge and anyone is welcome to join the events. The next one is on November 10th at the Maria Nova hotel rooftop bar in Tavira, then on the 24th of November at Ti Maria Panorâmico, Fuseta, on the 15th December we return to Maria Nova and on the 22nd December we are at bar Nora Velha in Tavira. All events start at 6pm. If you have any questions or suggestions just join the facebook group, or email [email protected] Email: [email protected] or Telephone +351 281 320 880. 2 hour slots available from 08:00 through to 18:00 (finishes at 20:00) Bookings can be made up to one week in advance. 62 www.eastalgarvemag.com
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