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&lt;p&gt;Game-changing moves are reenergising the Algarve as 2025 gets underway—starting with the long-awaited removal of tolls on the A22 motorway! This milestone hints at a year of optimism, with exciting opportunities and developments ahead for residents, tourists, and property owners. Here’s what’s making headlines in the region this January.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Adeus&lt;/em&gt;, A22 tolls&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;After more than a decade of protests and debate, the tolls on the Algarve’s A22 (Via do Infante) motorway—along with several other former SCUT roads—are officially gone as of 1 January 2025. This milestone is widely celebrated as a major win for locals, businesses, and the millions of tourists who rely on this key route. With the abolition of the tolls, travel in the region has become easier and more convenient.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[Read more, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2024-12-31/the-end-of-algarve-tolls/94555&quot;&gt;The Portugal News&lt;/a&gt;].&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;More motorsport magic at the Algarve Racetrack&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://autodromodoalgarve.com/&quot;&gt;Algarve International Circuit&lt;/a&gt; seems to be gearing up for a standout year, with a record number of events reportedly planned for 2025, including the prestigious Superbike and MotoGP world championships. Kicking off the season this month are the Porsche Sprint Challenge (18–19 January), Gedlich Winter Series (25–26 January), and an exciting new 6-hour Gedlich Winter Series format (31 January–2 February). [Read more in &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sulinformacao.pt/2024/12/2025-sera-ano-recorde-de-provas-internacionais-no-autodromo-internacional-do-algarve/&quot;&gt;Sul Informa&#231;&#227;o&lt;/a&gt;].&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This is fantastic news for the area’s economy and particularly for owners of rental properties in the vicinity. If your portfolio is missing an affordable investment property near one of Southern Europe&#39;s premier motorsport stages, the &lt;a href=&quot;https://news.idealhomesportugal.com/algarve-race-apartments&quot;&gt;Algarve Racetrack Apartments&lt;/a&gt; could be the perfect addition. Contact &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.idealhomesportugal.com/&quot;&gt;Ideal Homes Portugal&lt;/a&gt; today for more information!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;New era for Faro Bridge&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Exciting transformations are underway in Faro, with the imminent completion and inauguration of the new bridge connecting Faro city to Faro Beach (Praia de Faro). The new bridge will soon give way to smoother, easier access to one of the area&#39;s most popular beach destinations. Meanwhile, Faro Council has reportedly approved a 2025 budget of nearly €50 million to invest in improvements and upgrades to sectors including housing, infrastructure, tourism and education. This is excellent news for both residents and investors as the region continues to grow in appeal and value.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;[Read more in &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2025-01-04/new-faro-beach-bridge-days-away-from-being-ready/94664&quot;&gt;The Portugal News&lt;/a&gt; &amp;amp; &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.portugalresident.com/faro-approves-2025-budget-with-record-e48-million-investment/&quot;&gt;Portugal Resident&lt;/a&gt;].&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience the Algarve for yourself&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As one of Southern Europe’s most sought-after destinations for property investment, the Algarve continues to cement its status as a thriving hotspot for both lifestyle and opportunity.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you’re interested in exploring property opportunities in this exceptional region, get in touch with &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.idealhomesportugal.com/&quot;&gt;Ideal Homes Portugal&lt;/a&gt; today to find your perfect property, or take advantage of our &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.idealhomesportugal.com/viewing-trips&quot;&gt;Winter Viewing Trip Special Offer&lt;/a&gt;, available until the end of January.&lt;/p&gt;
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Starting 2025 on a High Note in the Algarve

Game-changing moves are reenergising the Algarve as 2025 gets underway—starting with the long-awaited removal of tolls on the A22 motorway! This milestone