The President of lettings advice specialist NALLE has had a first meeting with the representatives of its Portuguese counterpart, ALEP (www.alep.pt, in Portuguese).
This new association caters to Portuguese nationals who let their properties to tourists.
In contrast, NALLE serves primarily foreigners who engage in activity of Local Lodging. The two associations have agreed to work together and represent the Local Lodging industry to the relevant authorities in a united front.
The presidents of NALLE and ALEP had an initial meeting with the new Minister of Tourism, Ana Mendes Godinho, in December of last year.
She expressed her intention to simplify some of the cumbersome aspects of the system to remove unnecessary obstacles and constraints.
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NALLE
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What is NALLE?
The mission of the National Association of Local Lodging Establishments is to provide information and support to its members, enhance security and compliance in Local Lodging operations and provide collective representation to all of those engaged in Local Lodging in Portugal.
Representation – a collective voice
We defend the interests of Holidaymakers, Property Owners, Agents and Property Managers engaged in Portuguese Local Lodging. We provide an integrative, representative voice to work with policy makers, government officials and tourist interest groups to find solutions that respond to all concerns.
Sound information – the basis to be compliant
We provide our members with accurate, up-to-date information and keep them current with ever-changing legislation