Portugal Resident28 SeptAnother beach death after ‘sudden indisposition’ in water, this time in Bordeira, Aljezur
In a weekend already marked by beach tragedy, a 59-year-old German man died after swimming off Bordeira beach, Aljezur municipality. According to reports, the man was swimming when he appears The post Another beach death after ‘sudden indisposition’ in water, this time in Bordeira, Aljezur appeared first on Portugal Re
The Portugal News28 SeptTourist photo leads to discovery of new plant species in Monchique
A simple photograph taken by a tourist in the hills of Monchique has led scientists to discover a plant species previously unknown to science.
The Portugal News28 SeptPortugal adopts technology from French firm to combat illegal online gambling
Turismo de Portugal, the agency that includes the Gaming Regulation and Inspection Service (SRIJ), has hired the French company Sharp Vision to implement a technology platform that will monitor the illegal online gambling market.
The Portugal News28 SeptSix detained in Albufeira during suspected fuel transfer to speedboat
Six people have been detained after the GNR discovered around 200 containers of fuel near Praia do Castelo in Albufeira.
Portugal Resident28 SeptSix arrested in possession of 200 jerry cans of fuel, near Castelo beach, Albufeira
GNR police arrested another six people in the early hours of Sunday morning, seizing around 200 jerry cans of fuel near Castelo beach, Albufeira municipality, in yet another incident with The post Six arrested in possession of 200 jerry cans of fuel, near Castelo beach, Albufeira appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 SeptPortugal movers look beyond traditional hotspots
People considering a move to Portugal are now looking at a wider range of locations across the country than ever before, according to new visitor registration data from the Portuguese Chamber The post Portugal movers look beyond traditional hotspots appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident28 SeptLisbon approves €25.8m to boost tourism demand through 2029
Lisbon City Council has approved €25.8 million for a four-year programme aimed at boosting tourism demand in the Portuguese capital, despite criticism over whether the city should be spending such The post Lisbon approves €25.8m to boost tourism demand through 2029 appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News27 SeptPortugal municipality working on implementing tourist tax
The municipality of Alijó plans to implement a tourist tax of two euros per overnight stay and two euros per arrival by hotel boat, to reinvest in tourism and support Douro winegrowers, it was announced.
Portugal Resident27 SeptCarvoeiro tests new method to tackle invasive algae
A new method of tackling the invasive algae that has repeatedly washed up along the Algarve coast is being tested at Carvoeiro beach this week. Lagoa Council is carrying out The post Carvoeiro tests new method to tackle invasive algae appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News27 SeptThe real engine of the next decade is called productivity!
For many years, we have become accustomed to evaluating the performance of the Portuguese economy through some relatively simple indicators: GDP growth, job creation, exports, investment or the number of tourists. All are still important, but there is another indicator that will probably determine our standard of livin
The Portugal News26 SeptStaying at the 5–star Wine House Hotel in Douro Valley
Quinta da Pacheca is one of those places that almost doesn’t feel real when you first arrive.
Portugal Resident26 SeptIrishman dies in unguarded area of beach in Alvor
A 64-year-old Irish national died this morning after getting into difficulties in the water in an unguarded area at Prainha beach, Alvor. According to the National Maritime Authority (AMN), personnel The post Irishman dies in unguarded area of beach in Alvor appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News26 SeptBeach of the Week: Carvoeiro Beach
A picturesque beach in the heart of the village
The Portugal News26 SeptThe debut of Rock & Dão brought big names in music
The first edition of the Rock & Dão festival featured national and international musicians, as well as culinary and wine specialities from the Viseu Dão-Lafões region. Over two days, visitors could fully immerse themselves in the district’s history.
The Portugal News25 SeptHave you seen Portimão’s little Benagil?
Algar dos Três Castelos is a striking rock formation hidden between Praia dos Três Castelos and Praia do Amado in Portimão.
The Portugal News25 SeptRyanair threatens United Kingdom flight cuts over taxes
Ryanair has warned that it could cut flights from the UK if the government presses ahead with plans that would allow mayors to introduce a tourist tax on overnight stays.
The Portugal News25 SeptGet more for less at the afpop expo
It is almost time for the annual afpop expo, taking place on 3 and 4 October at the Portimão Arena, and the benefits for visitors continues to grow!
The Portugal News24 SeptAfro Nation Portugal reveals first names for 2027 lineup
Afro Nation Portugal has revealed a huge first wave of artists for 2027, confirming another major international lineup is set to land on Praia da Rocha from 9 to 11 June next year.
The Portugal News24 SeptWhy tourists are now visiting supermarkets on holiday
For many travellers, a trip abroad means visiting famous landmarks, museums or trying the restaurants recommended by locals.
Algarve Daily News24 SeptBody of 58-year-old British man washes up on Lagoa beach: circumstances of death remain unknown
The body of a 58-year-old Englishman was found floating in the sea off Pintadinho beach in the municipality of Lagoa yesterday morning. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unknown.
Algarve Daily News24 SeptBrueckner admits to selling drugs just 150m from apartment on night of Maddie McCann’s disappearance
Christian Brueckner, the prime suspect in the Madeleine McCann case, has admitted that he was around 150 metres from the apartment where the British girl was staying in Praia da Luz on the night she disappeared in 2007. The German national, however, has again denied any involvement in her disappearance.
Portugal Resident24 SeptAround 15 intercepted after landing on Alvor beach
Around 15 people suspected of providing logistical support for a drug trafficking operation were intercepted at Caniço beach in Alvor, Portimão, in the early hours of Thursday morning (September 24). The post Around 15 intercepted after landing on Alvor beach appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident24 SeptNew Algarve plant species discovered thanks to tourist’s photo
A previously unknown species of plant endemic to the Algarve has been discovered in the Monchique mountains – after a German tourist photographed it with her mobile phone and uploaded The post New Algarve plant species discovered thanks to tourist’s photo appeared first on Portugal Resident .