Portugal Resident12 AugShort-term holiday lets: families book later, Algarve cuts prices
… Lisbon and Porto lose guests “Uncertain and contradictory” signals are marking the peak tourism season in the AL (local accommodation/ alojamento local) market, which is generally seeing a decline The post Short-term holiday lets: families book later, Algarve cuts prices appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident12 AugLisbon mayor slams release of suspect after tourist shooting
Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has strongly criticised a court decision to release a man suspected of involvement in an altercation in the city centre during which a Swedish tourist was The post Lisbon mayor slams release of suspect after tourist shooting appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident12 AugSolar eclipse shines spotlight on Portugal’s growing astrotourism sector
Thousands of people are expected to look skywards for today’s solar eclipse, but Portugal’s fascination with the night sky is increasingly becoming a year-round tourism business. Astrotourism is growing across The post Solar eclipse shines spotlight on Portugal’s growing astrotourism sector appeared first on Portugal R
The Portugal News11 AugTurismo de Portugal launches a competition for climate refuge projects
Turismo de Portugal launched a €1 million call for proposals today aimed at municipalities and parish councils for “climate refuge” projects, the agency announced in a statement.
Algarve Daily News11 AugPrime Minister Montenegro spotted on Algarve beach, sparking political row after ‘no holiday’ pledge
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro’s appearance on an Algarve beach with his family and PSD parliamentary leader Hugo Soares has sparked a fresh political controversy, after the prime minister had previously told Parliament that he would not be taking a summer holiday.
Algarve Daily News11 AugLisbon: 41-year-old Swedish woman hit by stray bullet in confrontation between Rua Augusta troublemakers
A man suspected of firing a bullet that struck a tourist on Rua Augusta, in central Lisbon, yesterday evening, was arrested this morning, 11 August. During a search of his home, carried out by the Public Security Police (PSP), agents also seized a shotgun. The victim, a Swedish national, was hit by a stray bullet fired
The Portugal News11 AugThese flights allow lucky passengers to observe the solar eclipse
The Spanish airline Vueling announced on Monday that passengers will be able to observe the solar eclipse on eleven of their flights.
The Portugal News11 AugViseu and Lisbon forge strategic partnership to boost joint tourism promotion
The Municipality of Viseu and the Lisbon Region Tourism Board (ERT-RL) have formalised a Strategic Cooperation Protocol focused on tourism and regional promotion.
Portugal Resident11 AugInterior Ministry steps up policing in tourist areas after visitor is shot
Police presence in Lisbon’s busiest tourist areas is to be strengthened, the Ministry of Internal Administration (MAI) has announced, less than 24-hours since a Swedish tourist was shot on Rua The post Interior Ministry steps up policing in tourist areas after visitor is shot appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident11 AugPSP arrest suspect in shooting of tourist in Lisbon’s Baixa district
PSP police have arrested the man suspected of having shot a Swedish tourist in Lisbon’s Baixa district early yesterday evening. The man was known to police, and had been flagged The post PSP arrest suspect in shooting of tourist in Lisbon’s Baixa district appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident11 Aug“All Portuguese beaches are public” says government – but not so in Melides…
Environmental NGO Quercus has responded to a recent television exposé on controls and physical barriers, “gates and fences, and even private security guards” in areas of Melides, preventing the free The post “All Portuguese beaches are public” says government – but not so in Melides… appeared first on Portugal Resident
Portugal Resident11 AugSwiss tourist shot in chest resisting mugging in Lisbon’s Baixa district
A Swiss woman, aged 41, was shot in the chest yesterday resisting a mugging in Lisbon’s Baixa district. According to Correio da Manhã tabloid, she was approached by two men The post Swiss tourist shot in chest resisting mugging in Lisbon’s Baixa district appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 AugPassengers heading to Lisbon “will see total eclipse at 11,000 metres”
Spanish low-cost airline Vueling has announced today that 11 flights coincide with Wednesday’s solar eclipse, and on two routes it will be possible to observe the phenomenon in its entirety. The post Passengers heading to Lisbon “will see total eclipse at 11,000 metres” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News10 AugBrits led spending in Portugal with over €500 million in expenditures
Visitors from the United Kingdom generated the highest spending volume in Portugal via foreign payment cards during the first six months of 2026.
Portugal Resident10 AugMounting excitement as Wednesday’s solar eclipse approaches
Excitement is mounting as Wednesday’s solar eclipse approaches, with hotels and tourist accommodation businesses in Bragança celebrating 100% bookings as enthusiasts flock to the region where visibility will be in The post Mounting excitement as Wednesday’s solar eclipse approaches appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News10 AugPortuguese man-o’-war invasion forces beach closures after 120 stings recorded in a single day
A massive influx of Portuguese man-o'-wars along the coast of the Basque Country, Spain, led to the temporary closure of several popular beaches and required medical attention for over 120 people stung in a single day.
The Portugal News9 AugWhat is school holiday burnout and how can you avoid it?
With school summer holidays approach, juggling work and childcare can lead to burnout. So what is it and how do we avoid?
The Portugal News8 AugBeach of the week: Peneco Beach
Peneco Beach in Albufeira is unique for several reasons.
The Portugal News8 AugMexico turns seaweed into economic opportunity
Mexico is expanding efforts to tackle record amounts of sargassum washing onto Caribbean beaches, deploying more collection boats and floating barriers to intercept the seaweed before it reaches shore.
The Portugal News8 AugIreland unveils long-term tourism growth strategy
Ireland has launched a new tourism strategy aimed at strengthening the sector through sustainable growth, regional development and increased visitor spending.
The Portugal News7 Aug120 stings of Portuguese Man-o' war recorded in a single day
A massive influx of Portuguese man-o'-wars along the coast of the Basque Country, Spain, led to the temporary closure of several popular beaches and required medical attention for over 120 people stung in a single day.
The Portugal News7 AugPrime Minister goes on holiday in the Algarve
Luís Montenegro has been seen spending time in the Algarve despite previously stating that he did not intend to take a summer holiday this year, opting instead to remain focused on government business.
Portugal Resident7 AugAzores tourism woes: low-cost airlines must return — PS
The Azores government must make the return of low-cost airlines an urgent priority as tourism continues to decline following Ryanair’s withdrawal from the archipelago, the regional Socialist Party has said. The post Azores tourism woes: low-cost airlines must return — PS appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident7 AugDriving in Portugal: A Practical Guide for New Residents and Second-Home Owners
Whether you’re discovering hidden beaches along the Algarve, visiting historic villages inland or simply driving to your favourite café on a Sunday morning, having your own car makes everyday life The post Driving in Portugal: A Practical Guide for New Residents and Second-Home Owners appeared first on Portugal Residen