afpop, organisers of the Better Living in Portugal Exhibition (BLiP Expo) say that, in spite of gloomy and rainy weather forecasts and an hour-long power cut at the height of the event on the Saturday, participating exhibitors and scores of visitors were extremely positive about their experience and the value of attending the event over last weekend.

“Great variety of exhibitors” “Best ever BLiP” “Fantastic Layout” “Wonderful Organisation” “Exceeded expectations” and “Lovely atmosphere” – these are just a few of the comments made to afpop during the event. A large number among well over 100 exhibitors have already expressed their intentions to be at BLiP Expo 2025, some requesting bigger stands to more fully expose their offerings. “We are going to have to do some clever juggling with stand layout next year to accommodate exhibitors’ requirements if the immediate feedback comes to fruition, but we are confident that we can create another highly successful event for its 25th anniversary,” says an afpop spokesperson.

Subject to confirmation, the dates for next year’s BLiP Expo are 11-12 October and the venue will again be the Portimão Arena.