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Portugal Resident5d ago

The Lisbon Marathon and the rise of running tourism

The United Kingdom had the largest number of international runners, followed by France, Spain and Italy. The Lisbon Marathon also strengthened its international profile this year by joining the European The post The Lisbon Marathon and the rise of running tourism appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News5d ago

Who Controls the Data Controls Part of the Economy!

For many years we have become accustomed to thinking about large strategic infrastructures such as ports, airports, roads, electricity grids or telecommunications. Today we need to add others: data centres, cloud, computing capacity and the networks through which an increasingly important raw material for the economy,

The Portugal News6d ago

Great places to eat in the Algarve

One of the things I love about living in the Algarve is the number of great restaurants we have here. Whether you are looking for a restaurant right on the beach, somewhere with beautiful views or a small family-run place serving traditional Portuguese food, there are so many options to choose from.

The Portugal News6d ago

Your Guide to Autumn in the Algarve

Summer is over, the busiest tourist months are behind us, and some places around the Algarve are starting to feel much quieter. 

Algarve Daily News30 Oct

Albufeira mayor orders halt to desalination plant works, but minister refuses to take part in ‘political games’

Rui Cristina, mayor of Albufeira, has ordered a halt to work on the desalination plant being built near Rocha Baixinha beach. However, the Environment Minister insisted this Friday, 30 October, that “not a single machine has stopped” and that she will not take part in “political games”.

The Portugal News30 Oct

Lisbon Airport border control waiting times fall

Portugal’s Minister of Internal Administration has told parliament that average waiting times at Lisbon Airport stood at 68 minutes in September, “the lowest figure for the same period in the past four years”.

Portugal Resident30 Oct

Algarve hoteliers hail return of Dakar Rally as boost for winter tourism

Algarve hoteliers have welcomed confirmation that the 2027 Dakar Rally will start in the region, highlighting the potential economic boost from bringing thousands of competitors, crew members and officials to The post Algarve hoteliers hail return of Dakar Rally as boost for winter tourism appeared first on Portugal Re

The Portugal News30 Oct

Vale do Lobo celebrates year-round Algarve lifestyle

Those who visit the Algarve in August might be forgiven for considering it to be mainly a summer holiday destination, but the region actually offers a vast amount to do year-round. With 300+ days of sunshine, an active, outdoor lifestyle is easily achievable throughout the seasons, particularly at a resort such as Vale

The Portugal News30 Oct

Tourism Needs More Value, Not Just More Tourists

Portugal has conquered, over the last decades, a prominent place among international tourist destinations. The awards follow one another, visitors continue to choose our country, and tourism has consolidated itself as one of the most relevant activities in the national economy. But perhaps the time has come to ask a di

The Portugal News29 Oct

Discovering the centre of Faro

Often overlooked by visitors who head straight to the Algarve’s beaches and resorts, Faro is actually a lovely place to spend a day.

The Portugal News29 Oct

Zara heiress to open luxury hotel in Portugal after fire

A luxury hotel backed by the heiress to the Zara fashion empire is preparing to welcome its first guests in Portugal next spring, after a fire earlier this year forced the postponement of its original opening.

The Portugal News29 Oct

Azores Airlines boosts Porto routes for 2027

Azores Airlines will increase the number of flights between Porto and the Azores during the winter season and summer 2027.

Algarve Daily News28 Oct

Portimão Marina named Southern Europe’s best for the second year running

Portimão Marina has been crowned “Best Marina in Southern Europe” for the second year in a row at the World Luxury Travel Awards 2026, an international competition celebrating the luxury tourism sector. The accolade serves to recognise the quality of its winner’s services and infrastructure, as well as the overall expe

The Portugal News28 Oct

easyJet strike announced in Portugal for December

Cabin crew based in Lisbon, Porto and Faro are planning a five-day strike, with potential disruption to flights during the Christmas travel period.

The Portugal News28 Oct

Portugal beach named fourth best in Europe

Praia da Falésia in Albufeira has been voted the fourth-best beach in Europe in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards by British travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller. It is also the highest-ranked Portuguese beach on the list.

The Portugal News27 Oct

Which airports in Portugal have the most flight delays?

If you are flying from Portugal, the airport you travel from could make a difference to how likely you are to face a long delay.

Algarve Daily News27 Oct

Algarve ‘well on track’ to host Dakar Rally in 2027, says tourism chief

The president of Turismo do Algarve says everything is “well on track” for the region to host the prologue and the start of the first stage of the Dakar Rally in 2027.

The Portugal News27 Oct

easyJet to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi in 2027

Anyone who has spent a flight staring at the seat in front of them, having forgotten to download a film or podcast, may soon have another option.

The Portugal News27 Oct

A smooth getaway from Faro Airport today

Passengers leaving Faro Airport today reported a remarkably hassle-free experience, with no queues at immigration or security and staff praised for their friendly assistance.

The Portugal News27 Oct

TAP expands operations in Porto to Africa

TAP Air Portugal has just launched a new direct flight between Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto and the island of Sal in Cape Verde.

The Portugal News27 Oct

Ryanair kicks off the winter season with four new routes in Portugal

Ryanair has launched its biggest winter schedule to date, adding four new direct routes from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto. 

Portugal Resident27 Oct

Quinta Shopping celebrates Halloween with activities for the whole family

On Saturday, October 31, Quinta Shopping will welcome families and visitors for a celebration of Halloween. Featuring a themed programme of events taking place between 11am and 1pm and 2pm The post Quinta Shopping celebrates Halloween with activities for the whole family appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Algarve Daily News26 Oct

Albufeira Bombeiros receive new €82,000 ambulance, hoping to improve emergency response times

Albufeira’s volunteer fire brigade has a new ambulance, an investment of around €82,000. The vehicle will bolster the emergency resources available to the local population, and to visitors to the municipality.

Portugal Resident26 Oct

Algarve tourism boss confirms advanced talks for return of Dakar Rally in 2027

The Dakar Rally’s reported return to the Algarve in 2027 is now “well on track”, with the region’s tourism chief saying only official confirmation appears to be missing. André Gomes, The post Algarve tourism boss confirms advanced talks for return of Dakar Rally in 2027 appeared first on Portugal Resident .