Algarve Daily News6 Jul‘Get motorhomes out of residential and beach car parks’: Lagos urged to tackle campervan chaos
More than six years after commissioning an €18,500 study into motorhome tourism, Lagos municipal council has yet to introduce regulations governing the sector, local representatives from the Unitary Democratic Coalition (CDU) have claimed.
Portugal Resident6 JulThousands partied at Afro Nation. By sunrise, Praia da Rocha was spotless again
As thousands of festivalgoers headed home after Afro Nation, a team of tireless men and women were just beginning their work. Shortly after 6am each morning during the festival, EMARP’s The post Thousands partied at Afro Nation. By sunrise, Praia da Rocha was spotless again appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News6 JulFaro airport queue chaos reported
A reader sent The Portugal News a video and information about the chaos being felt in Faro Airport, due to queues on border control.
Portugal Resident6 JulBeach Fest returns to Ferragudo this weekend
Ferragudo’s popular Beach Fest returns to Praia Grande from July 10 to 12, bringing three days of free live music, DJs and family-friendly entertainment to one of the Algarve’s most The post Beach Fest returns to Ferragudo this weekend appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident6 JulVilamoura GNR receive new patrol vehicle
The GNR station in Vilamoura has received a new patrol vehicle as part of efforts to strengthen security in one of Portugal’s busiest tourist destinations ahead of the peak summer The post Vilamoura GNR receive new patrol vehicle appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident6 JulExperience Algarve traditions at Loulé’s summer fair
Visitors looking for an authentic taste of Algarve culture will have plenty to enjoy when the Feira Popular de Loulé (Loulé Popular Fair) returns from Thursday to Sunday (July 9-12), The post Experience Algarve traditions at Loulé’s summer fair appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident6 JulPortugal boosts airport border controls from today
More than 360 police officers are being deployed to Portugal’s airports from today (Monday) in a bid to speed up border controls and reduce long queues experienced by passengers since The post Portugal boosts airport border controls from today appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident5 JulSilves Cork Museum opens doors for first preview in 16 years
One of the Algarve’s most important industrial heritage sites welcomed visitors for the first time in 16 years on Saturday evening, July 4, as the restored Cork Museum at Silves’ The post Silves Cork Museum opens doors for first preview in 16 years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News5 JulAfro Nation coming to an end
The fifth edition of Afro Nation has come to a close on the event’s third day, bringing an end to a weekend in Praia da Rocha like no other.
The Portugal News5 JulAirports in Portugal to have police reinforcement
The Minister of Home Affairs (MAI) stated that the reinforcement of 367 PSP agents at airport borders will enable faster passenger processing, although he admits that occasional queues will persist due to operational constraints.
The Portugal News5 JulPortugal city to host music festival in July
Julian Marley & The Uprising, Vitor Kley, and Blind Zero are part of the concert lineup for the Ocean Spirit festival, taking place from 17 to 26 July at Santa Cruz Beach in the municipality of Torres Vedras.
The Portugal News4 JulFather Rob Kean prepares to leave the Algarve after nine years
At St Vincent’s Church in Praia da Luz, Father Rob Kean has spent the past nine years doing something that sounds simple, but rarely is: building and nurturing a community.
The Portugal News3 JulAfro Nation Portugal begins today
Praia da Rocha’s annual hit festival Afro Nation has started, turning the iconic Portimão beach into a global celebration of Afrobeats music for the whole weekend.
The Portugal News3 JulStudy indicates that waits at European airports may reduce demand
The implementation of the new Entry/Exit System (EES) in the Schengen Area is raising serious concerns within the global tourism industry.
Portugal Resident3 JulSwimming resumes at four Lagoa beaches
Bathing has resumed at four popular beaches in the municipality of Lagoa after authorities lifted restrictions introduced earlier this week over microbiological contamination. The bathing advisory has been removed for The post Swimming resumes at four Lagoa beaches appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident3 JulPortugal deploys 367 new border officers on Monday to tackle airport queues
The Portuguese government is deploying 367 new PSP border officers to the country’s airports from Monday in a bid to reduce passport control queues during the peak summer travel season. The post Portugal deploys 367 new border officers on Monday to tackle airport queues appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident3 JulBeach parking dispute heats up in Portimão
A dispute over paid parking at Praia dos Três Irmãos has escalated, with Bloco de Esquerda (BE) accusing Portimão Municipal Council of effectively “privatising access to one of the Algarve’s The post Beach parking dispute heats up in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News3 JulAlgarve Tourism invests in the international promotion of the destination
The Algarve Tourism Board has ramped up its international promotion schedule for July, bucking the trend of reduced advertising during the peak season.
Portugal Resident3 JulAlgarve shines at Portugal’s top tourism awards
The Algarve enjoyed a successful night at the 2026 Publituris Portugal Travel Awards, with tourism businesses across the region picking up some of the industry’s most prestigious accolades. Held at The post Algarve shines at Portugal’s top tourism awards appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News3 JulTerrace Restaurant: A Fresh Take on Dining in Lisbon
Located within Martinhal Lisbon Oriente, the Terrace Restaurant was created to be far more than just a hotel restaurant.
The Portugal News3 JulExploring Iceland’s Ring Road: The Ultimate Scenic Road Trip Adventure
Iceland has become one of the world’s most popular travel destinations for nature lovers, photographers, and road trip enthusiasts. The country’s famous Ring Road circles the island and takes travelers through volcanoes, waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, and remote fishing villages. During long drives across ch
The Portugal News2 Jul5 Things to Do in Mykonos Through Yasam Ayavefe’s Calm Luxury Vision
Mykonos is often described through its brightest images: whitewashed lanes, blue water, beach clubs, sunset views, and the island’s famous summer energy. Yet the best trips are not only built around where visitors go. They are shaped by how easily each day flows.
Portugal Resident2 JulRoad closures announced for Afro Nation festival in Portimão
Drivers in Portimão are being advised to plan ahead this weekend, as extensive road closures and traffic restrictions will be introduced around Praia da Rocha during the Afro Nation Portugal The post Road closures announced for Afro Nation festival in Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .