Portugal Resident27 AugEngineering firm Martifer wins contract for Lisbon airport expansion
Portuguese engineering firm Martifer has been awarded a contract for the expansion of Lisbon Airport, which includes work on the steel structure, roofing and façades. According to the half-yearly report The post Engineering firm Martifer wins contract for Lisbon airport expansion appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News27 AugSculpture celebrates Railway Heritage in Loulé
As part of the celebrations marking the 136th anniversary of São Sebastião, one of the two civil parishes in Loulé, a sculptural landmark was unveiled on Thursday, August 13, along the path beside Loulé/Praia de Quarteira railway station.
The Portugal News27 AugSwimming prohibited on six Portuguese beaches
The municipality of Matosinhos has six beaches where swimming is discouraged because of microbiological contamination, the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) said.
The Portugal News26 AugNew flight between USA and Portugal announced
The Azores are getting another direct connection to the United States, with United Airlines announcing a new nonstop service between Newark and Terceira for summer 2027.
Portugal Resident26 AugNew Italian pizzeria opens at Salgados resort
A new Italian-inspired restaurant specialising in artisan pizzas has opened at Marriott Residences Salgados Resort in the Algarve. Amarea Pizzeria is the latest concept from the Amarea brand, which already The post New Italian pizzeria opens at Salgados resort appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News26 AugNo women at the top of Portugal’s tourism associations
Women make up more than half of the global tourism workforce, yet only 7 percent reach top management positions.
Portugal Resident26 AugAlgarve tees up international golf push at Solheim Cup
The Algarve will be promoted to an international golfing audience at the Solheim Cup 2026, as regional tourism authorities look to strengthen the destination’s profile in one of its most The post Algarve tees up international golf push at Solheim Cup appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News26 AugIrish tourist describes “frightening” Albufeira hit-and-run after being dragged on car bonnet, as majority of 16 victims discharged from hospital
A majority of the 16 people injured in a hit-and-run incident in Albufeira, during the early hours of Tuesday, 25th August, have been discharged from Portimão Hospital, with two seriously injured victims remaining under intensive care, according to the Algarve Local Health Unit (ULS).
The Portugal News26 AugYoung Portuguese man rescued after near-drowning in Greece
On 21 August, a 26-year-old Portuguese tourist was pulled out of the sea unconscious off the Greek island of Zakynthos after having almost drowned in the Korithi area.
The Portugal News26 AugSmooth Operations in Faro Airport
It was around 11 o’clock last night when a flight from Edinburgh arrived at Faro Airport, and we wanted to show you what the new EES machines were actually like in practice.
The Portugal News26 AugTraditional midnight sea swim returns to the Algarve
The Festa do Banho 29 returns to Lagos and Praia da Luz on 29 August, bringing music, entertainment and one of the Algarve’s most unusual summer traditions.
The Portugal News26 AugSwimming is discouraged at a Portuguese beach
Swimming is discouraged at Vila Praia de Âncora beach in Caminha due to microbiological contamination, according to an active alert from the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA).
Portugal Resident26 AugIrish teen hit during Albufeira car rampage recalls “scary” experience
An 18-year-old Irish tourist says her first visit to Portugal will now leave her with a “bad memory” of her experience in the country after she was struck by a The post Irish teen hit during Albufeira car rampage recalls “scary” experience appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 AugJudge forced to free 13 suspected of drug trafficking, because Algarve lacks prosecutors
The sterling work of law enforcement in combating drug trafficking in the Algarve has come up against a new challenge: judicial holidays. As a result of these holidays, vast areas The post Judge forced to free 13 suspected of drug trafficking, because Algarve lacks prosecutors appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 AugNew stretch of beach boardwalk unveiled in Castro Marim
A new stretch of coastal boardwalk has opened between Altura and Praia Verde in Castro Marim, creating a continuous pedestrian link through one of the eastern Algarve’s most attractive stretches The post New stretch of beach boardwalk unveiled in Castro Marim appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News25 AugPortugal is the European country with the most Blue Flag beaches
Portugal has the highest percentage of beaches distinguished with the Blue Flag in Europe.
Portugal Resident25 AugAlgarve hoteliers call for crackdown on ‘booze tourism’ after Albufeira car rampage
The Algarve should move away from the “booze tourism” associated with stag parties, excessive drinking and some nightlife areas, the head of the region’s hotel association has said following today’s The post Algarve hoteliers call for crackdown on ‘booze tourism’ after Albufeira car rampage appeared first on Portugal R
Algarve Daily News25 AugAlbufeira: 12 injured after car ploughs into crowds in tourist hotspot, prompting police gunshots and panic
Twelve people were injured, two seriously, after a car drove through pedestrians in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Albufeira’s Oura nightlife district.
The Portugal News25 AugPortugal plans luxury hotel train inspired by Orient Express
Portugal is set to get a new luxury hotel on rails, with plans to transform old CP carriages into accommodation offering overnight journeys, regional food and experiences around the country.
Portugal Resident25 AugCarvoeiro combines beach party with traditional festivities
Carvoeiro will combine electronic music, live entertainment and religious tradition during two days of festivities on August 29 and 30. The celebrations in honour of Nossa Senhora da Encarnação (Our The post Carvoeiro combines beach party with traditional festivities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News25 AugThe Sweet Refuge of Bairro Alto Hotel’s Bakery in Lisbon
Anchoring the bustling corner where Rua do Alecrim meets Praça Luís de Camões, the pastry shop of the Bairro Alto Hotel introduces a refined, unhurried counterpoint to the frantic energy of downtown Lisbon.
Portugal Resident24 AugTourist robbed at gunpoint in Quinta do Lago
A tourist was robbed at gun-point in Quinta do Lago (Almancil) this afternoon by two men, riding a ‘food delivery’ motorcycle. The man offered no resistance, explains CMTV, and was The post Tourist robbed at gunpoint in Quinta do Lago appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News24 AugAustralia suspends Work & Holiday Visas for Portuguese citizens
Portugal is among the 23 countries with the Australian Work & Holiday visa program paused.
Algarve Daily News24 AugAlentejo: Body recovered after man disappears while retrieving ball at Alqueva beach
Divers from the volunteer fire brigades of Moura, Serpa, and Reguengos de Monsaraz recovered the body of 44-year-old Filipe Ramalho from the waters of the Alqueva reservoir at around 11am on Monday.