The Portugal News18 AugViceroy at Ombria Algarve receives Biosphere Certification for sustainable tourism
The Viceroy at Ombria Algarve has received the Biosphere Certified seal, a well-known international certification for sustainable tourism.
Portugal Resident18 AugMorgado do Quintão celebrates 10 years of winemaking with vineyard party
Algarve wine estate Morgado do Quintão, located between Lagoa and Silves, will celebrate 10 years since the release of its first wines with a full-day Open House event in its The post Morgado do Quintão celebrates 10 years of winemaking with vineyard party appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugPortugal Weather Today (18 August): What does the weather across Portugal look like today?
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Portugal Resident18 AugState’s return to REN could help lower electricity bills, says PM
Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has said the Portuguese State’s return as a shareholder in national energy grid operator REN could help reduce electricity costs, although he stressed that the acquisition The post State’s return to REN could help lower electricity bills, says PM appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugArgentine pianist Noelia Sinkunas brings intimate concert to Portimão
Award-winning Argentine pianist and composer Noelia Sinkunas will perform in Portimão on August 22 as part of the Melchior Sessions series of intimate concerts. The concert takes place at 5.30pm The post Argentine pianist Noelia Sinkunas brings intimate concert to Portimão appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugFerragudo celebrates 506 years with three-day festival
Ferragudo will celebrate the 506th anniversary of its foundation with three days of live music, food stalls and entertainment in the centre of the Algarve village. The festivities run from The post Ferragudo celebrates 506 years with three-day festival appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugBeach accessibility in Portugal improves, but barriers remain
A third of beaches in Portugal are accessible to people with reduced mobility. Although this number has increased, it is still described as inadequate.
Portugal Resident18 AugYoung artists take centre stage in Estremoz
Estremoz provided a fitting setting for the opening of the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize, bringing together some of Portugal’s most promising young artists in an afternoon celebrating creativity, The post Young artists take centre stage in Estremoz appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugFree street magic festival returns to Lisbon with 175 shows
Lisbon is once again becoming an open-air stage for illusionists and magicians as the Lisboa Mágica street magic festival returns this Tuesday, August 18. The 14th edition of the festival The post Free street magic festival returns to Lisbon with 175 shows appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugSerralves lights up Porto summer nights
Porto’s Serralves Foundation is offering visitors a combination of art, illuminated gardens and discounted evening admission this summer, with its popular Serralves em Luz returning for a fourth edition. This The post Serralves lights up Porto summer nights appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugI love this land...
Walking through the lava fields and enjoying the orchestra of birds at sunset.
Portugal Resident18 AugOlhão Seafood Festival attracts around 50,000 visitors
Around 50,000 people attended the 38th Olhão Seafood Festival, which ended on Saturday, August 15, after six days of food and live music beside the Ria Formosa. The attendance figure The post Olhão Seafood Festival attracts around 50,000 visitors appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugNew Italian restaurant opens in the Algarve
A new Italian dining concept has opened in the Algarve, bringing a taste of Italy to the Salgados area of Albufeira.
Portugal Resident18 AugTrain sculpture unveiled near Loulé station
A new train sculpture has been unveiled beside the Loulé/Praia de Quarteira train station in tribute to the railway’s long-standing presence in the municipality. Created by local design and graphics The post Train sculpture unveiled near Loulé station appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugHow Software Shortcuts Are Helping iGaming Businesses Thrive In Portugal
Portugal’s online gambling market has moved from a side channel into a regulated digital business with serious numbers attached. The Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos, or SRIJ, said online gaming and betting revenue rose 13.7% year on year in the first quarter of 2026, according to its June 2026 activity update.
Portugal Resident18 AugZoomarine turtle recovery aids marine science
The remarkable recovery of a 300kg leatherback turtle rescued off the Algarve coast has become the subject of a scientific study that could help improve the rehabilitation of one of The post Zoomarine turtle recovery aids marine science appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugPortugal ranks eighth in global expat survey
Portugal has been ranked eighth out of 31 destinations in the 2026 Expat Insider survey, with foreign residents praising its affordability, safety and quality of life. The country performed particularly The post Portugal ranks eighth in global expat survey appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugLong-Term Resident Status in Portugal: integration and mobility within the European Union
Arising from the transposition of Council Directive 2003/109/EC into Portuguese law, this status aims to promote the long-term integration of third-country nationals by granting them enhanced rights while facilitating their The post Long-Term Resident Status in Portugal: integration and mobility within the European Uni
The Portugal News18 AugVolta opens app for depositing change into your bank account
Volta is set to launch an app for depositing change into your bank account, but only for large events.
Portugal Resident18 AugAlbufeira mayor says he is being “persecuted” after discrimination charge
Albufeira mayor Rui Cristina has said he stands by his position on municipal housing after being charged with discrimination and incitement to hatred and violence over comments concerning the local The post Albufeira mayor says he is being “persecuted” after discrimination charge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News18 AugCan you save your scorched plants after summer?
Some will survive like delphiniums and shrubs but others you’ll have to ditch, say experts.
The Portugal News18 AugMulticare adds optional oral health cover to health insurance
New optional cover gives individuals and businesses access to a range of preventive dental treatments at no additional cost.
The Portugal News18 AugCelebration of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
From 14 to 16 August 2026, the celebrations in honour of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios took place at the sanctuary in Sertã.
Portugal Resident18 AugLisbon horror festival marks 20th edition with 170 films from 40 countries
Lisbon’s international horror film festival MOTELX will celebrate its 20th edition with more than 170 films from 40 countries and almost 150 screenings. Running from September 3 to 13 at The post Lisbon horror festival marks 20th edition with 170 films from 40 countries appeared first on Portugal Resident .