A calm night in the Algarve · 19° in Quinta do LagoIssue Nº 02 arrives this October · advertising space now open

Algarve Family Guide Consultancy

Local knowledge. Personal guidance.

Trusted connections and tailored advice to help you navigate life in the Algarve with confidence.

Samantha Cunningham, founder of the Algarve Family Guide, with her family
Samantha Cunningham · Founder, with her family

How it works

Knowing where to begin shouldn't feel overwhelming.

Whether you're relocating to the Algarve, investing in property, starting a business, planning your retirement, or simply looking to make the most of life in this beautiful region, knowing where to begin can often feel overwhelming.

With over 40 years of local experience and an extensive network of trusted professionals, Algarve Family Guide Consultancy provides personalised guidance to help you navigate life in Portugal with confidence.

Our role is simple: we listen, we understand your needs, and we connect you with the right people. We are not lawyers, accountants, estate agents or immigration specialists. Instead, we act as your trusted first point of contact, helping you save time, avoid costly mistakes, and access the professionals, services and local knowledge that best suit your individual circumstances.

How we work

Every journey begins with a conversation.

We take the time to understand your goals, challenges and priorities before creating a tailored action plan designed specifically for you.

01 · A personal consultation

We listen, taking the time to understand your goals, challenges and priorities.

02 · A tailored action plan

We create a plan designed specifically for you, with clear and confident next steps.

03 · Trusted introductions

We introduce you to carefully selected professionals and businesses from our trusted network.

Areas we can assist with

Wherever you are on the journey.

From first arrival to fully settled, our guidance spans every part of life in the Algarve.

01 · Relocation & Settling In

  • Understanding the relocation process
  • School and education guidance
  • Healthcare and wellbeing services
  • Local area recommendations
  • Family integration and lifestyle advice

02 · Property & Investment

  • Introductions to trusted estate agents
  • Property consultants
  • Architects and interior designers
  • Legal and financial professionals
  • Renovation and home improvement contacts

03 · Business & Professional Services

04 · Lifestyle & Wellbeing

  • Health and wellness providers
  • Family activities and experiences
  • Community groups and local events
  • Leisure and recreational opportunities
  • Personal recommendations tailored to your interests

Events & occasions

Beautiful events, handled end to end.

Beyond guidance, we love bringing people together. From private celebrations to corporate gatherings, we plan and coordinate events across the Algarve so you can simply enjoy them. We find the venue, source and manage the vendors, arrange catering, styling and décor, and take care of the details, permissions and logistics that make an occasion feel effortless.

Whether it's an intimate family gathering, a launch, a partner celebration or a full corporate event, we bring the same trusted local network and eye for detail that runs through everything we do.

Samantha hosting an Algarve Family Guide launch event by the beachStyled table detail at an Algarve Family Guide event

From our own launch events, styled and hosted by AFG

Websites & digital

A website done properly, the first time.

The same care we bring to relocation and events goes into how your business looks online. We design and build websites for Algarve businesses that are found on Google, comply with Europe's privacy law, and carry a brand of their own, and we fix the ones that were built carelessly.

See our website servicesDownload the one-sheet (PDF)

Why Algarve Family Guide?

Built on relationships, not transactions.

The Algarve Family Guide was created to bring together the very best people, businesses and services the Algarve has to offer. Our recommendations are built on decades of local knowledge, personal experience and genuine relationships developed throughout the region.

We believe that finding the right people can make all the difference. Whether you are planning a move, purchasing a property, growing a business or creating a new life in Portugal, we are here to help you make informed decisions with confidence.