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The Portugal News21 Oct

Portugal tourism growth slows in August

Portugal’s tourism industry continued to grow in August, although the latest figures suggest that the pace of expansion is beginning to ease.

Portugal Resident21 Oct

Two Algarve beaches named among Europe’s best

Two Algarve beaches have been named among the 20 best in Europe by readers of the British edition of Condé Nast Traveller, with Praia da Falésia taking an impressive fourth The post Two Algarve beaches named among Europe’s best appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Algarve Daily News20 Oct

English tourist, 34, left with traumatic brain injury after falling off cliffside ropes in Aljezur

A 34-year-old English man suffered a traumatic brain injury this Tuesday afternoon, 20 October, after falling around 10 metres (33ft) from a cliff near Praia do Amado, in the Algarve municipality of Aljezur.

The Portugal News20 Oct

TAP deal gives Lufthansa over 30% of Europe-Brazil market

Lufthansa’s planned acquisition of a stake in TAP Air Portugal could give the German airline group a commanding position on flights between Europe and Brazil.

Portugal Resident20 Oct

€1.5 million Douro wine tourism project unveiled at Quinta Vale D. Maria

Quinta Vale D. Maria has opened a new €1.5 million wine tourism project in the Douro, combining tastings, gastronomy and architecture with a strong focus on the estate’s old vines. The post €1.5 million Douro wine tourism project unveiled at Quinta Vale D. Maria appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News20 Oct

EU ruling creates uncertainty regarding flights between Dublin and Spain

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), in its decision of 15 October, confirmed that airlines have to take into account Dublin Airport's legal limit of 32 million passengers per year when assigning slots (i.e. departure and arrival times).

Portugal Resident20 Oct

Algarve tourism shines at European level

The Algarve has enjoyed a strong showing at two major international tourism award programmes, with the region itself named Europe’s Leading Beach Destination 2026 and a string of Algarve hotels, The post Algarve tourism shines at European level appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident20 Oct

Portimão hosts Pink October charity walk for breast cancer awareness

Portimão will host a charity walk on Sunday, October 25, as part of Pink October, the international breast cancer awareness campaign, encouraging residents and visitors to get active while supporting The post Portimão hosts Pink October charity walk for breast cancer awareness appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident20 Oct

Algarve CDS-PP calls for more Faro flights following Lufthansa-TAP deal

The Algarve branch of the CDS-PP party has welcomed the selection of Lufthansa as a strategic partner for TAP Air Portugal but is calling on the government to ensure the The post Algarve CDS-PP calls for more Faro flights following Lufthansa-TAP deal appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News19 Oct

Lisbon named Europe’s leading city destination

The Portuguese capital secured two European tourism awards in Montenegro, recognising its appeal to city visitors and cruise passengers.

The Portugal News19 Oct

British government facilitates review of passenger departure levies at UK airports

The UK government has approved a plan to examine the charges which British airports make to drivers when they drop off passengers at the terminal entrances—charges that can amount to £10 (about €11.70) for only a few minutes and which 80% of drivers in the country regard as exploitative.

Portugal Resident19 Oct

Month of Regeneration returns to western Algarve

A month-long programme of hands-on environmental activities is returning to the western Algarve this November, inviting residents, volunteers and visitors to get directly involved in restoring local landscapes. The Month The post Month of Regeneration returns to western Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News19 Oct

Douro River tourism exceeds 1.1 million passengers

Passenger numbers have risen in 2026, with cruises around Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia and Pinhão accounting for 80 percent of river traffic.

Portugal Resident19 Oct

Jerrycans with 2,000 litres of fuel found near beach in Torres Vedras

Around 100 jerrycans were found in the early hours of this morning near the fishing harbour at Assenta Beach, in São Pedro da Cadeira, in the municipality of Torres Vedras, The post Jerrycans with 2,000 litres of fuel found near beach in Torres Vedras appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident19 Oct

Photographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves

Zephyr Gallery in Silves will welcome American photographer Eric Roth for a special pop-up artist event on Saturday, October 24. Running from 11am to 2pm, the event will give visitors The post Photographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident18 Oct

Portugal shines yet again at tourism ‘Oscars’

Portugal has once again shone at the European World Travel Awards – dubbed by the sector as ‘tourism Oscars’ – picking up no less than 32 trophies. In addition to The post Portugal shines yet again at tourism ‘Oscars’ appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News17 Oct

Calls for more Algarve flights following Lufthansa’s TAP deal

The CDS-PP Algarve has urged the Government to work with Lufthansa and regional stakeholders to secure new international routes and reduce tourism seasonality. 

The Portugal News17 Oct

Beach of the week: Praia dos Arrifes

Praia dos Arrifes is one of the smallest beaches in Albufeira, but it is also one of the prettiest. 

The Portugal News16 Oct

October in the Algarve Looks Like This

We visited Praia do Vau in Portimão on Friday late afternoon, and although we are already halfway through October, it still felt like summer in the Algarve.

Portugal Resident16 Oct

High-speed boat found abandoned on Vila do Bispo beach

An abandoned high-speed boat has been seized at Praia do Telheiro, in the Algarve municipality of Vila do Bispo. Maritime police were alerted at around 12.15pm on Thursday (October 15) The post High-speed boat found abandoned on Vila do Bispo beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident16 Oct

Halloween brings spooky fun to Zoomarine Algarve

Halloween is returning to Zoomarine Algarve this October, with spooky attractions, ghostly encounters and special activities for visitors of all ages. From October 20 to 31, the theme park in The post Halloween brings spooky fun to Zoomarine Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News15 Oct

Camping in Portugal records 7 million overnight stays

Turismo de Portugal reported that campsites recorded 7 million overnight stays in 2025, despite a decline from the previous year. 

The Portugal News15 Oct

Lufthansa plans to make Lisbon gateway to Brazil

Following Lufthansa’s selection to acquire an initial 44.9 percent stake in TAP, the airline plans to expand flights between Europe and South America.

Portugal Resident15 Oct

Alex Warren to make Portugal debut on Figueira da Foz beach

American pop star Alex Warren will perform in Portugal for the first time next summer, with a beachfront concert in Figueira da Foz on July 18, 2027. The 26-year-old Californian The post Alex Warren to make Portugal debut on Figueira da Foz beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .