Portugal Resident23 JunW Algarve pairs with Van Zellers for inaugural wine dinner
The W Algarve is launching a new series of wine-focused dining experiences with the debut of its Sommelier’s Table at the hotel’s VINO restaurant on Friday, July 3. The inaugural The post W Algarve pairs with Van Zellers for inaugural wine dinner appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunMajor wildfire breaks out in Loulé, forcing closure of EN2
A major wildfire broke out near Besteiros, in the municipality of Loulé, this Tuesday morning (June 23), prompting a large-scale emergency response and the closure of the national EN2 road The post Major wildfire breaks out in Loulé, forcing closure of EN2 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunChega threatens to block welfare reform unless migrant access is restricted
Chega has threatened to block the government’s proposed Prestação Social Única (PSU) welfare reform unless ministers agree to restrict access for immigrants who have not contributed to Portugal’s Social Security The post Chega threatens to block welfare reform unless migrant access is restricted appeared first on Portu
Portugal Resident23 JunLoulé seeks “cleaner, safer” Vilamoura
Loulé Municipal Council is stepping up efforts to keep Vilamoura clean, safe and attractive as the Algarve prepares for the peak summer tourism season. Municipal officials, business owners, security forces The post Loulé seeks “cleaner, safer” Vilamoura appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunEmergency appeal after 250 dogs rescued from suspected puppy farm in Portugal
Animal welfare organization IRA – Intervenção e Resgate Animal is appealing for urgent help after what has been described as the “largest dog rescue operation ever carried out in Portugal”. The post Emergency appeal after 250 dogs rescued from suspected puppy farm in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunChinese airline launches direct Beijing-Lisbon route
Beijing Capital Airlines has launched a new direct route between Beijing and Lisbon. The inaugural flight departed Beijing Daxing International Airport on Monday and landed in Lisbon later the same The post Chinese airline launches direct Beijing-Lisbon route appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunOpposition pressure mounts for RTP privatisation
Portugal’s Iniciativa Liberal (IL) has called for the full privatisation of public broadcaster RTP and an urgent independent audit of the company, placing the party broadly in line with Chega’s The post Opposition pressure mounts for RTP privatisation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunAI startup Unbabel declared insolvent after receiving €13.3 million in PRR funding
Portuguese artificial intelligence company Unbabel has been declared insolvent after receiving €13.3 million in funding through Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR). According to national tabloid newspaper Correio da Manhã, The post AI startup Unbabel declared insolvent after receiving €13.3 million in PRR fun
Portugal Resident23 JunDomes Lake Algarve appoints Nadia Kostopoulou as new hotel manager
Domes Lake Algarve resort, in Vilamoura, has appointed Nadia Kostopoulou as its new Hotel Manager, marking a new chapter for the five-star property as it continues to strengthen its position The post Domes Lake Algarve appoints Nadia Kostopoulou as new hotel manager appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunHappy days are here again!
Indeed, there were a lot of smiley faces and happy tummies at the recent Summer Party lunch hosted by the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA). Members and guests The post Happy days are here again! appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunMaritime Police to deploy Portuguese-made drones to patrol national waters
Portugal’s Maritime Police will soon be using Portuguese-built autonomous drones to help monitor the country’s coastline and maritime territory after technology company Tekever secured its first contract with the National The post Maritime Police to deploy Portuguese-made drones to patrol national waters appeared first
Portugal Resident23 JunVolta deposits must always be refundable in cash
Consumers who return drinks containers through Portugal’s new Volta deposit-return scheme must always be able to recover their 10-cent deposit in cash if they wish, according to the organisation managing The post Volta deposits must always be refundable in cash appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunPorto: Mother donates kidney to son in pioneering robotic surgery
A mother has donated a kidney to her son in a pioneering robotic transplant procedure that marks a milestone for Portuguese healthcare. The operation was carried out at São João The post Porto: Mother donates kidney to son in pioneering robotic surgery appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunGovernment warns of scam using Prime Minister’s name
The Office of the Prime Minister of Portugal has issued a warning after fraudsters allegedly used the names of Luís Montenegro and his Chief of Staff in an attempt to The post Government warns of scam using Prime Minister’s name appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunNew Faro hospital aims to end ‘postcode lottery’ in Algarve healthcare
A new €60 million hospital planned for Faro aims to tackle one of the Algarve’s longstanding challenges: unequal access to healthcare compared with other parts of Portugal. The private Hospital The post New Faro hospital aims to end ‘postcode lottery’ in Algarve healthcare appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunDid you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage
I was recently introduced to Marion Buz, founder of the Espaço JALI in Silves, which has become a prominent venue in the Algarve’s cultural scene where art, music and culture The post Did you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunAlgarve’s first inland Blue Flag river beach opens this week
The Algarve’s first inland river beach to receive Blue Flag status is set to open this week, marking a significant milestone for tourism and leisure facilities in the region’s interior. The post Algarve’s first inland Blue Flag river beach opens this week appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunCelebrating 15 years of evolution
With a clear focus on constant and carefully considered growth, Bespoke Architects, founded by John Wilson in Carvoeiro, proves the reasons for its success on a daily basis. Since opening The post Celebrating 15 years of evolution appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunPopulation statistics show immigration ‘now under control’ – minister
Portugal’s minister for the presidency, António Leitão Amaro, has stressed that the revised figure for the number of foreign residents in Portugal, released today by INE, national statistics institute, means The post Population statistics show immigration ‘now under control’ – minister appeared first on Portugal Reside
Portugal Resident22 JunQuestions as company “based in parish council space” wins tender with bargain basement price
Questions have been raised over the rather bizarre situation in which a relatively new marketing company (formed in September last year) clinched an important state tender by putting in a The post Questions as company “based in parish council space” wins tender with bargain basement price appeared first on Portugal Res
Portugal Resident22 JunFarewell to HPA: Algarve healthcare group adopts CUF name
The familiar HPA name that has been part of Algarve healthcare for decades is disappearing, with hospitals and clinics across the region officially adopting the CUF brand. The move marks The post Farewell to HPA: Algarve healthcare group adopts CUF name appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunFour arrested after police intercept speedboat off Algarve coast
Vessel carrying 4,000 litres of fuel and equipment linked to organised crime was stopped following overnight pursuit Four people were arrested after Maritime Police intercepted a high-speed boat carrying around The post Four arrested after police intercept speedboat off Algarve coast appeared first on Portugal Resident
Portugal Resident22 Jun€20 million available for water-saving projects in Algarve
A further €20 million has been made available to support water infrastructure projects across the Algarve as regional authorities continue efforts to improve water efficiency and strengthen resilience to drought. The post €20 million available for water-saving projects in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunMIMO Café brings traditional Portuguese flavours to Pine Cliffs Resort
Guests arriving at the Algarve’s Pine Cliffs Resort, in Albufeira, can now enjoy a taste of Portugal from the moment they step into the lobby, following the opening of the The post MIMO Café brings traditional Portuguese flavours to Pine Cliffs Resort appeared first on Portugal Resident .