Category Archives: Business Travel

Renting is the practical choice for Portugal visitors who want more than a vacation but have no long-term plans. There are two main types to choose from: short-term or long-term rentals. If you see yourself settling here for at least the next year or so, long term rentals in Portugal may be your best bet. A rental is usually considered long-term in the country if it lasts six months or more. Long-term rentals are more common in urban areas and inland suburbs, as resort communities attract more buyers than renters. In areas where they flourish, the choices range from simple studio apartments to luxury homes complete with exclusive pools and wine ...

Portugal has long been a top choice for workers and businessmen looking to live in mainland Europe. Its economic issues notwithstanding, it’s a great place to live—it’s got beaches, historic sites, great food, and a lively culture. But it’s one thing to visit and another to pack up and settle down—and a surprising number of expats seem to miss the difference. The first hurdle is the web of technicalities involved in becoming a resident. If you’re from Europe, you have to take your passport to Portugal’s immigration office, the Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (SEF), and sign a statement that you are working and studying in the country. You will also ...

Whether you’re going to Lisbon, New York, or Shanghai, business travel is tricky. The risks run from not getting the best seats to running late for meetings because of delayed or missed flights. And in any business, perception is everything—and showing up frazzled isn’t the best way to make an impression. Here are some ways you can take the stress out of your next business trip. 1) Book your seats in advance. Most airlines now allow you to pre-book your flight online, or through your travel agent. Have a hard copy of your confirmation on hand in case the booking system fails (it happens more often than you think). 2) Check rules ...

One can see most of Portugal, a strip of land just 350 miles long and a hundred miles wide, in about seven days. And as Spain’s western neighbor sits on the brink of a bailout, it may prove to be a pretty inexpensive week: hotels, restaurants, and transport are all getting cheaper as we speak. A shoestring budget can take travelers to most of Lisbon’s historic sites, buy a train ticket to the wine region of Porto, and head south to Algarve, a beach town that’s both a cultural and architectural haven, and shares a border with Spain. A little over 75 euros (US$100) can buy a good night’s sleep at the ...

Hiring conference rooms is fast becoming the norm, especially as businesses increasingly expand across continents. Not all businesses can afford to buy and maintain property in every country, so the next best option is to hire a place to do business. There are meeting rooms for in practically every major city in Europe and North America, and in a number of other destinations. One advantage to conference room hiring is that everything’s taken care of for you—all the equipment and furniture, and sometimes even a few extras. You don’t need to worry about keeping the place clean or impressing your guests. All you have to do is book the date—well in ...