The Portugal News9 SeptHundreds of UK flights cancelled after air traffic control failure
At least 250 flights have been cancelled across the United Kingdom following a technical failure in the country’s air traffic control system
The Portugal News9 SeptAmericans become top foreign tourists in the Douro
American tourists are increasingly discovering Northern Portugal, with the US now becoming the leading foreign tourism market in the Douro.
The Portugal News9 SeptNew Tourist Tax in Portugal
The Tomar City Council unanimously approved the final version of the regulation for the tourist tax of two euros per overnight stay, estimating to collect around 300,000 euros per year.
The Portugal News8 Sept9 Most Beautiful Towns in Portugal
Portugal's beauty isn't confined to Lisbon's tiled façades, Porto's riverfront or the beaches of the Algarve. Head away from the country's biggest cities, and some of its most memorable places are considerably smaller, sometimes little more than a collection of houses gathered beneath a castle or around an ancient chur
The Portugal News7 SeptNew parking facility planned for Algarve tourism hotspot
Plans for a long-awaited new parking facility in Praia do Carvoeiro have taken another step forward, with the project now expected to move towards a public tender next year.
Portugal Resident7 SeptMigrant landing on Meco beach “discounted by police”
A fisherman prompted a major alert to a migrant landing on Praia da Foz, in Meco (Setúbal district) yesterday. Authorities were quickly deployed – but none could find any indication The post Migrant landing on Meco beach “discounted by police” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News6 SeptPortugal Needs Tourism. It Needs Houses. And It Needs to Plan Both
For many years, Portugal had a clear objective: to attract more tourists, more investment and recover cities that were losing population, commerce and heritage.
The Portugal News6 SeptHaving fun at Parque Warner Madrid
Roller coasters, known characters, all of that in a cinematic environment - that is what Parque Warner Madrid brings to its visitors.
The Portugal News5 SeptPortugal Already Knows Where Tourism Can Fail - The Question Is Whether It Will Act in Time
Portugal has a curious relationship with its structural problems: we often do not lack diagnoses, we lack decisions made before these diagnoses turn into crises.
The Portugal News5 SeptBeach of the Week: Praia da Cova Redonda
Praia da Cova Redonda, in Porches, is reached by one of the longer beach staircases in the Algarve, with more than 100 steps leading down to the sand.
The Portugal News5 SeptSeaweed at beaches impacting tourism
The Caribbean is experiencing one of the most complicated years for sargassum, with tons of brown seaweed washing ashore and ending up on beaches.
The Portugal News5 SeptAzores to invest more in tourism
The Ponta Delgada Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIPD) proposes that Visit Azores have an annual budget of at least 15 million euros, advocating for a multi-year tourism strategy with “stable and predictable” funding for the Azores destination.
The Portugal News5 SeptPortugal's Million-Euro Horses: Inside the Extraordinary World of the Lusitano
When most people think of Portugal's greatest treasures, they picture golden beaches, world-famous wines, historic cities or perhaps Cristiano Ronaldo. Yet hidden among rolling Alentejo estates, historic royal stud farms, and centuries-old breeding traditions is another Portuguese icon that has quietly earned internati
The Portugal News5 SeptGastronomy festival returns to Portugal
The Raízes Vivas Festival returns to Santarém on September 25 and 26, with organisers expecting to attract 4,500 to 5,000 visitors for a second edition focused on gastronomy and regenerative agriculture.
Algarve Daily News4 SeptAlbufeira’s Rui Cristina wins Worst Mayor of the Month Award: The ‘anti-corruption’ mayor who is facing a criminal investigation, with just a year in office
August tends to be one of the quieter months in Portugal’s political calendar, with Parliament in recess until the middle of September, and many city-dwellers flocking to villas and hotels in the Algarve from Lisbon and Porto, much like migratory birds, hoping to sun their feathers along the coast like gulls. However,
Algarve Daily News4 SeptZoomarine frees two rescued sea turtles. When will the same freedom be given to dolphins exploited at their controversial tourist shows?
Two juvenile loggerhead sea turtles, Caretta caretta, named Xianna and Xaloc, have been returned to the ocean after undergoing treatment and rehabilitation at the Zoomarine Algarve’s Porto d’Abrigo rehabilitation centre.
The Portugal News4 SeptPortugal archipelago renews sustainable tourism certification
Madeira has renewed its international recognition as a sustainable tourism destination, retaining its EarthCheck certification at Level IV of the Silver standard.
The Portugal News4 SeptThe Green Heart of Sintra
Located just steps away from the bustling town centre, the Parque da Liberdade serves as a vital transition point between the chaotic energy of Sintra’s tourist trails and the cool, untamed atmosphere of the surrounding mountains.
Portugal Resident4 SeptWine Affair Cascais returns with around 200 wines
Wine Affair Cascais is returning to the Sheraton Cascais Resort on September 19, bringing around 200 wines and sparkling wines to the gardens of Quinta da Marinha. Now in its The post Wine Affair Cascais returns with around 200 wines appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News4 SeptNight flights in Lisbon exceed legal limits
Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon continues to struggle to comply with legal limits on night flights.
The Portugal News4 SeptAmarea launches new artisanal pizza concept
Amarea Pizzeria has opened its doors at Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, bringing a new Amarea concept to the Algarve inspired by the traditions of Italian pizza-making.
The Portugal News4 SeptLEDEX Forum Is Almost Here: One Day to Get Practical About AI
The LEDEX Forum is now just weeks away. On Thursday, 15 October, more than 100 business owners and managers will gather at the Real Marina Hotel & Spa in Olhão for a full day of talks about one thing: how to actually use AI in a business.
Portugal Resident4 SeptZERO launches website to monitor nighttime flights over Lisbon
Environmental association ZERO is launching a platform today to monitor nighttime flights at Lisbon airport, stating that Lisbon continues to await the right to a quiet night – 536 days The post ZERO launches website to monitor nighttime flights over Lisbon appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News4 SeptAlgarve hotels expect 80% occupancy in September
Hotels in the Algarve are expecting another busy month, with occupancy levels forecast to reach 80% or more during September.