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Forum: Portugal
Aug 15th 2013, 8:02 am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Photographer in the Algarve

Thank you
Forum: Portugal
Aug 8th 2013, 8:03 am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,015
Posted By firstgreen

Photographer in the Algarve

Can anyone recommend a real estate photographer in the Algarve please, I've tried a forum search with no luck.
Forum: Portugal
Nov 19th 2012, 9:33 am
Replies: 15
Views: 2,904
Posted By firstgreen

Re: What is the holiday rental market like in Portugal?

Some things to consider; is there a market for rentals in the location and who will manage the rental?

This is a good resource that shares advice from owners http://www.laymyhat.com/
Forum: Portugal
Mar 8th 2012, 7:38 am
Replies: 5
Views: 9,631
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Garden Furniture delivery

If ordering online in the UK, these will ship to the Algarve;

http://www.directtransport.net/uk/shopping.php
http://www.algarveremovals.com/
Forum: Portugal
Jan 5th 2012, 8:57 am
Replies: 18
Views: 5,940
Posted By firstgreen

Re: A holiday in Algarve?

Personally I would choose Lagos or Bergau. There is lots of advice on tripadvisor so they can do their homework on what suits them - taking the pressure off you.
Forum: Portugal
Mar 11th 2011, 9:25 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 2,347
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Prepay credit cards

My experience is that the Caxton card rates quoted online are what you will get when you add funds.

With Moneycorp it's usually less when you actually trade compared to what is shown.

This may...
Forum: Portugal
Mar 10th 2011, 9:00 am
Replies: 18
Views: 2,347
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Prepay credit cards

I have a Caxton one and recommend it, saves carrying cash around and no atm fees.

I actually get a better rate than I do with large transactions via Moneycorp :confused:

Just wondering if...
Forum: Portugal
Aug 5th 2010, 9:00 am
Replies: 7
Views: 1,295
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Mountain bikes wanted - Algarve

And they fall to pieces (from experience and a bruised leg :blink:)
Forum: Portugal
Jul 15th 2010, 8:40 am
Replies: 4
Views: 879
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Searching for wine

Have you tried Intermarche? - here in Lagos they had it on promotion 5litre cartons €7 ish - still enjoying it.
Forum: Portugal
May 6th 2010, 10:01 am
Replies: 33
Views: 4,271
Posted By firstgreen

Re: What's expensive and worth bringing from the UK eg PAINT

Furniture - we saved a fortune by shipping.
Forum: Portugal
Apr 26th 2010, 7:51 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,129
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Are you compensating your rental guests?

Thankfully things are back to normal.

However, it's a good time to review booking terms & conditions outlining cancellation charges and advising guests to take out comprehensive travel insurance.
Forum: Portugal
Apr 22nd 2010, 8:31 am
Replies: 4
Views: 1,129
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Are you compensating your rental guests?

Ideally they will have insurance, but some aren't paying out.

As a goodwill gesture you could consider the following as alternatives to a full refund:

* Offer to re-book them for another...
Forum: Portugal
Dec 4th 2009, 8:38 pm
Replies: 72
Views: 20,247
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Burglaries, warning

Exactly.

Reporting it makes people aware of what's going on now, not how things were.
Forum: Portugal
Dec 3rd 2009, 9:04 am
Replies: 72
Views: 20,247
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Burglaries, warning

Unfortunately there are reports of violent robberies/burglaries in the resident each week now.:(
Forum: Portugal
Nov 19th 2009, 8:50 am
Replies: 12
Views: 1,416
Posted By firstgreen

Re: robberies while homes occupied

Seems to be a robbery story in the Resident every week now, often violent.

Very worrying.
Forum: Portugal
Oct 22nd 2009, 8:31 am
Replies: 15
Views: 2,422
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Empty Villa

The crystals are useful, but ventilation and air flow it the best solution.
Forum: Portugal
Aug 27th 2009, 8:47 am
Replies: 5
Views: 2,614
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Portuguese language course in the Lagos/Luz area?

This may be of interest



http://www.algarveresident.com/story.asp?XID=30881
Forum: Portugal
Jul 30th 2009, 8:55 am
Replies: 21
Views: 2,000
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Golf trip advice

Some courses will require handicap certificates but I imagine this won’t be a problem in low season. Check first.
Forum: Portugal
Apr 23rd 2009, 8:32 am
Replies: 9
Views: 956
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Car Hire

Maybe this is the problem "We do not rent vehicles for less than three days"
taken from Luzcars terms page?
Forum: Portugal
Apr 2nd 2009, 8:06 am
Replies: 15
Views: 1,610
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Krazyworld

Thanks



Of the 3, which is regarded as the best waterpark?
Forum: Portugal
Mar 30th 2009, 8:59 am
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Algarve Walking Books

Thank you for your replys. That's exactly what I was looking for, recommendations from those who have used books.

I will try the local Tourist Information Office and the more recent book by the...
Forum: Portugal
Mar 26th 2009, 9:48 am
Replies: 3
Views: 910
Posted By firstgreen

Algarve Walking Books

Can anyone recommend a good book on walking in the Algarve. I have found a few online, but would appreciate a recommendation from someone who has actually used one of the guide books.
Forum: Portugal
Mar 26th 2009, 9:46 am
Replies: 2
Views: 796
Posted By firstgreen

Re: restaurant recommendation

Thanks, another one to try :)
Forum: Portugal
Mar 19th 2009, 9:30 am
Replies: 15
Views: 1,610
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Krazyworld

Thanks for the info on Krazyworld.

Another idea to entertain the children on a 'non-beach day'.
Forum: Portugal
Feb 5th 2009, 9:11 am
Replies: 7
Views: 2,210
Posted By firstgreen

Re: Remote Control Fobs

Is there anywhere around the Lagos area that supplies these?
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