Portugal Resident22 OctThe Algarve Wine Society heads inland
The traditional Paraíso do Algarve restaurant, in the heart of the countryside near Paderne, was the venue for the recent tasting and lunch enjoyed by members of the Algarve Wine The post The Algarve Wine Society heads inland appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctPortuguese councils and hospitals caught in worldwide website security alert
Portuguese councils and hospitals are among 29 public bodies identified as using outdated website software, amid an international security alert over flaws that could allow hackers to take control of The post Portuguese councils and hospitals caught in worldwide website security alert appeared first on Portugal Residen
The Portugal News22 OcteasyJet to offer first babies’ passports
Airline easyJet wants to make travelling with babies more accessible by offering to cover the cost of a child’s passport in the UK.
Portugal Resident22 OctNGOs unite to warn revised Sophia solar project still presents significant environmental challenges
Following hot-on-the-heels of Rewilding Portugal, and backing up stiff opposition from local people and quite a few celebrities, several environmental organisations have spoken out today against the revised Sophia solar The post NGOs unite to warn revised Sophia solar project still presents significant environmental ch
The Portugal News22 Oct100 Years of Independence: Celebrating Elsa’s Remarkable Life
On 22 October 2026, a very special lady in our local community will celebrate an extraordinary milestone: Elsa will turn 100 years old.
The Portugal News22 OctCascais Hospital wins silver at international hospital awards
The Portuguese hospital was recognised as second-best in the Grand Hospital Award category, with more than 750 applications submitted across the IHF Awards’ categories.
The Portugal News22 OctMercan expands its investment strategy in Greece
Mercan is looking to establish itself as a long-term investor and developer in Greece, with plans to expand its portfolio across residential, hospitality and mixed-use developments.
The Portugal News22 OctEncampments in support of housing continue in Portugal
Since 10 October, the country has been coming together to express its dissatisfaction with the housing situation.
Portugal Resident22 OctAlgarve’s Lagoa clears way for 520 affordable homes
Against a backdrop of mounting protests over Portugal’s housing crisis, Lagoa Council has approved a planning change which could pave the way for 520 affordable homes in the municipality, as The post Algarve’s Lagoa clears way for 520 affordable homes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 Oct“We’ll be the laughing stock of Europe”
Portugal’s planned 15% subsidy for obesity medicines will leave treatment beyond the reach of many patients, their national association has warned, accusing the government of introducing restrictions that will further The post “We’ll be the laughing stock of Europe” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 OctAeroplanes rerouted in Lisbon to reduce noise for 35,000 inhabitants
The takeoff routes at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport will be altered by the end of the year, a decision which the National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) has approved.
Portugal Resident22 OctHousing question legitimate, not solved by protest – Madeira president
With ‘right to housing protestors’ calling for ‘participation’ in a new protest scheduled for Lisbon on Saturday, president of the government of Madeira, Miguel Albuquerque, has said the equivalent of The post Housing question legitimate, not solved by protest – Madeira president appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 OctA favourite view of the Douro
Peso da Régua and the Douro Valley are among my favourite places in Portugal.
The Portugal News22 OctPortugal's €20 million OnlyFans bill raises a bigger question
Portugal is expected to spend more than €20 million on OnlyFans this year. It's a rather extraordinary figure, and one that raises an interesting question about where our money goes.
Portugal Resident22 OctRede Expressos launches €2.50 bus ticket campaign
Rede Expressos has launched a new campaign offering 100,000 bus tickets for just €2.50, in a bid to encourage more people to use public transport as fuel and motoring costs The post Rede Expressos launches €2.50 bus ticket campaign appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctMercedes clocked travelling at 292 km/h on Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama bridge
A new speed record has been set on Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama Bridge: 292 km/ hour – and now the driver is facing a stiff fine (at least €500) and The post Mercedes clocked travelling at 292 km/h on Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama bridge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 OctRyanair marks 3-million-passenger milestone at Madeira Airport
Ryanair has announced that it has now passed the three-million-passenger mark at Madeira Airport since starting its operations in the autonomous region in 2022.
Portugal Resident22 Oct“Horrible results” in Portuguese tests for 9-11-year-olds
Schoolchildren in the 4th and 6th years (mainly from ages 9-11) “have a lot of difficulty in understanding and producing texts in Portuguese, and also in reasoning and the resolution The post “Horrible results” in Portuguese tests for 9-11-year-olds appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 OctBritish are the biggest spenders on tourism in Portugal
Foreign tourists are increasingly spending less money per purchase in Portugal, yet some markets stand out.
Portugal Resident22 OctLisbon Oceanarium offers €15 tickets for Halloween
The Lisbon Oceanarium is celebrating Halloween with a special Halloweek promotion, offering 2,500 tickets at a reduced price of €15 for visitors of all ages. Available to purchase online from The post Lisbon Oceanarium offers €15 tickets for Halloween appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctPortugal to subsidise obesity drugs — but doctors warn access still restricted
Portugal is to introduce a 15% subsidy for prescription obesity medicines from February next year — but family doctors warn that restrictive eligibility rules will leave many patients unable to The post Portugal to subsidise obesity drugs — but doctors warn access still restricted appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 OctPortugal regulates payment for non-resident foreigners access to public health services
On 16 October, the Assembly of the Republic approved bills from the PSD, CDS-PP, and Chega parties to regulate access for non-resident foreign citizens to the National Health Service (SNS).
Portugal Resident22 OctTravelling through time in the Algarve
Thousands of years ago, people were living where you live, walking where you walk; talking, singing, and laughing like you. They were your greatest grandparents, yes, your ancient ancestors. Though The post Travelling through time in the Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News22 OctRede Expressos is offering tickets for €2.50 for travel within Portugal
Rede Expressos is launching the “Poucochinho” campaign, offering 100,000 tickets for just €2.50 across the whole of Portugal.