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Portugal Resident25 Jun

Algarve tourism associations to merge in bid for stronger industry voice

Two of the Algarve’s leading tourism associations are set to merge in a move aimed at strengthening the region’s representation and influence within Portugal’s tourism industry. The Algarve Association of The post Algarve tourism associations to merge in bid for stronger industry voice appeared first on Portugal Reside

Portugal Resident24 Jun

Ombria Algarve celebrates first anniversary with summer festival

Ombria Algarve will mark the first anniversary of the opening of its resort with a public celebration featuring live music, food, wellness experiences and outdoor entertainment. The event, titled A The post Ombria Algarve celebrates first anniversary with summer festival appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jun

Brazilian hospitality brand Fasano to open first Portugal hotel in Cascais

One of Brazil’s most prestigious hospitality brands is set to enter the Portuguese market with a luxury hotel and residential development in Cascais. The Fasano Group has announced plans to The post Brazilian hospitality brand Fasano to open first Portugal hotel in Cascais appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jun

AP Eva Senses launches summer jazz and bossa nova concert series in Faro

AP Eva Senses Hotel in Faro has launched a summer programme of jazz and bossa nova concerts, offering residents and visitors a series of live music evenings overlooking the city’s The post AP Eva Senses launches summer jazz and bossa nova concert series in Faro appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jun

Contemporary gastro pub opens in Vale do Lobo

A brand-new contemporary pub and gastro bar has arrived in the Algarve this summer, as The Wolf by Vale do Lobo opens its doors at the legendary resort. With a stylish setting The post Contemporary gastro pub opens in Vale do Lobo appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident24 Jun

Beach Fest returns to Ferragudo this July for 16th edition

Every summer has its traditions, and for many people in the Algarve, the Beach Fest at Club Nau, in Ferragudo, is one of them. Returning this July 10-12, this year The post Beach Fest returns to Ferragudo this July for 16th edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident23 Jun

Albufeira to review behaviour code after year of “fewer tourist excesses”

Albufeira’s controversial Code of Conduct, introduced a year ago to tackle “inappropriate” behaviour by tourists, appears to be having the desired effect, according to the municipality. However, local authorities now The post Albufeira to review behaviour code after year of “fewer tourist excesses” appeared first on Po

Portugal Resident23 Jun

W 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 Jun

Loulé 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 Jun

Chinese 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 Jun

Algarve’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 Resident22 Jun

MIMO 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 .

Portugal Resident22 Jun

Tribute band brings Queen’s greatest hits to Vale do Lobo this summer

One of Vale do Lobo‘s most popular summer events is coming up next month as Queen Sensation bring an open-air tribute to the legendary British rock band to the resort’s The post Tribute band brings Queen’s greatest hits to Vale do Lobo this summer appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident22 Jun

Silves unveils new ‘window to the mountainside’ photo spot

Visitors to Silves have a new place to stop, take in the view and snap a photograph. The Algarve municipality has unveiled a large wooden swing overlooking the surrounding countryside, The post Silves unveils new ‘window to the mountainside’ photo spot appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident21 Jun

Algarve needs more hotels – but not all on the coast, says tourism chief

The Algarve may be Portugal’s leading tourism destination, but regional leaders believe future hotel development should focus less on the coastline and more on the interior of the region. According The post Algarve needs more hotels – but not all on the coast, says tourism chief appeared first on Portugal Resident .

Portugal Resident21 Jun

21 Portuguese tourists escape deadly Dominican Republic resort fire

Twenty-one Portuguese tourists had to be evacuated and rehoused after a major fire tore through a popular resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, destroying personal belongings and documents (but The post 21 Portuguese tourists escape deadly Dominican Republic resort fire appeared first on Portugal Resident .

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