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The Portugal News15 Oct

October beach days in the Algarve

Today we took a walk along the cliffs above Praia do Inatel in Albufeira and enjoyed the beautiful views of the beach. 

Portugal Resident15 Oct

Lisbon Airport introduces fixed taxi fares to protect tourists

Visitors arriving at Lisbon Airport will benefit from a new fixed-fare taxi system from Thursday, October 15, designed to tackle overcharging, improve transparency and restore confidence in one of the The post Lisbon Airport introduces fixed taxi fares to protect tourists appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News14 Oct

Airports in Portugal reach record passenger numbers

The National Statistics Institute (INE) has revealed that passenger traffic rose by 2 percent in August to 7.9 million, with Porto leading the growth among the country’s main airports. 

The Portugal News14 Oct

Fixed taxi fares at Portugal airport to take affect

The fixed taxi fare for trips originating at the Lisbon airport taxi rank, set at either 16 or 19 euros depending on the zone, takes effect on Thursday. 

The Portugal News13 Oct

Portugal invests €32 million in Algarve beaches

Investment will support beach nourishment, cliff stabilisation and coastal protection across several Algarve municipalities.

Algarve Daily News13 Oct

British Airways flight to Faro forced to turn back to London after reported window fracture

A British Airways flight from London Gatwick to Faro was forced to turn back this Tuesday morning, 13 October, after damage was reported to one of the aircraft’s windows.

The Portugal News13 Oct

Tourism pressure rises in Portugal’s biggest cities

Lisbon and Porto recorded their highest tourist-density figures in 2025, with Porto's increase sharper, according to data from Turismo de Portugal, as reported by ECO.

Portugal Resident13 Oct

Portugal advises against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia after airport attacks

Portugal is advising against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia following repeated attacks on airports which have killed civilians, injured hundreds and caused widespread disruption to flights. The Ministry of Foreign The post Portugal advises against non-essential travel to Saudi Arabia after airport attacks appeare

Portugal Resident13 Oct

Algarve wines take centre stage in year-round tourism drive

The Algarve is putting its wines and vineyards in the spotlight as part of a campaign to attract visitors throughout the year. Between October 7 and 10, the region welcomed The post Algarve wines take centre stage in year-round tourism drive appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident13 Oct

Tourism innovation takes centre stage at Vale do Lobo conference

The future of tourism and hospitality will be in the spotlight at Vale do Lobo on Thursday, October 22, when the Ireland Portugal Business Network (IPBN) hosts the fifth edition The post Tourism innovation takes centre stage at Vale do Lobo conference appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News13 Oct

Ryanair to have new check-in rules

From 10 November, Ryanair will start introducing new check-in rules, mainly affecting the luggage drop before a flight.

Portugal Resident13 Oct

TAP expands flexible payment options to four new markets

TAP Air Portugal has expanded its partnership with Swedish payment technology company Klarna, allowing passengers in four additional markets to pay for flights in instalments. Following the introduction of the The post TAP expands flexible payment options to four new markets appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News12 Oct

Barack Obama makes a private visit to a luxury resort in the Alentejo region

On Sunday, former U.S. President Barack Obama visited the Costa Terra Golf & Ocean Club, one of the Alentejo coast’s most exclusive tourism and residential areas near Melides.

Portugal Resident12 Oct

Algarve tourism associations approve merger to create AETA

Two of the Algarve’s main tourism business associations have cleared the way for a merger that will create a new organisation representing around 1,300 members across the region. Members of The post Algarve tourism associations approve merger to create AETA appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News12 Oct

Ryanair Launches Christmas Gift Cards from €25

Ryanair is getting an early start on Christmas, launching its 2026 festive gift cards for travellers who might prefer a holiday to another present under the tree.

Portugal Resident12 Oct

Lagoa exhibition dives into Algarve’s protected marine reef

A new photographic exhibition in Lagoa is inviting visitors to discover one of the Algarve’s most important marine habitats. “Parque Natural Marinho do Recife do Algarve – Pedra do Valado” The post Lagoa exhibition dives into Algarve’s protected marine reef appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident12 Oct

Algarve students return triumphant from UK diplomacy conference

Students from the Agrupamento de Escolas Silves Sul received a hero’s welcome at Faro Airport on Sunday evening after returning from a successful Model United Nations (MUN) conference in Manchester, The post Algarve students return triumphant from UK diplomacy conference appeared first on Portugal Resident .

The Portugal News11 Oct

Café of the Week: Morangoice, Praia da Rocha

If you are looking for a nice place to enjoy a coffee with a sea view in Praia da Rocha, Morangoice is definitely worth a stop. 

The Portugal News11 Oct

An October afternoon on Albufeira Beach

Praia da Coelha was full of life on Saturday afternoon, with plenty of people making the most of the sunshine and warm weather. 

The Portugal News10 Oct

Beach of the Week: Praia do Amado

A beach walk among Portimão’s beautiful rock formations

The Portugal News10 Oct

A newly opened hotel in Porto’s creative quarter

705 O’Porto Hotel – A Fresh New Base for Exploring Porto

The Portugal News10 Oct

Alpacas bring a playful twist to café culture

A new Alpaca Café at Tiganjica Ethno-Village near Stajicevo offers visitors the chance to enjoy drinks alongside six freely roaming alpacas. 

The Portugal News10 Oct

Free museum access remains universal

England’s national museums will remain free for all visitors after the government abandoned plans to charge overseas tourists. 

The Portugal News9 Oct

New hotel coming to the Algarve

A new hotel is preparing to open in the centre of Portimão, bringing new life to a building that had been abandoned for several years.