We were out in July and cash is still widely accepted in restaurants and shops. To be honest, once you're in Carvoeiro there is very little noticeable difference apart from the fact that it is very quiet. You don't have the media generated hysteria that you unfortunately get all of the time in UK.

Hi. We insure ours through https://www.schofields.ltd.uk/holiday-h ... -portugal/. Always found them to be competitive and the cover looks quite broad.

We make a point of going there everytime we're out.

Always superb food and great service at reasonable prices. You can't beat it!

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Yes Earthquake is included subject to increased excess of £300 and excluding any damage to Pool, Patio and Driveway

Following recent purchase of our property in Carvoeiro, I have just insured 4 bed villa for Buildings and Contents with Schofields Insurance (based in Bolton) on their Holiday Home insurance scheme. Cost was less than £300.00 and there are no restrictive conditions/exclusions in respect of Winter/lo...