The Portugal News23 JulPortugal establishes itself as a beauty tourism destination
Demand for beauty and wellness treatments in Portugal grew by 34.5% between 1 June and 14 July 2026, compared to the same period the previous year.
The Portugal News23 JulFaro Airport Departures at 8:40am: Passport Control Cleared in Just 10 Minutes
Travellers departing from Faro Airport at 8:40am this morning experienced a quick and efficient journey through the departure process.
The Portugal News22 JulVila Galé CEO links Algarve price hikes to hotel upgrades and new flights to Faro
The debate surrounding rising vacation costs in the Algarve has taken on a new dimension following statements by Gonçalo Rebelo de Almeida, who, in an interview with Jornal de Negócios and Antena 1, rejected the notion that the region has become prohibitively expensive.
The Portugal News22 JulANA presents detailed plan for the new Lisbon Luís de Camões Airport
ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal has formally presented the engineering and construction plan for the future Luís de Camões Airport, slated for the Alcochete Firing Range.
The Portugal News22 JulCoimbra updates price of Municipal Tourist Tax
The Coimbra City Hall updated a proposal to readjust the value of the Municipal Tourist Tax on 20 July.
The Portugal News22 JuleasyJet plane that took off from Lisbon forced to make an emergency landing in Madrid
An easyJet flight departing from Humberto Delgado Airport bound for Barcelona had its journey interrupted after declaring an in-flight emergency and diverting to Madrid Airport, where it landed with priority status accompanied by emergency teams and vehicles.
The Portugal News22 JulCarvoeiro Beach Party is back in the Algarve village
On 29 August, Carvoeiro Beach will once again host another edition of the Carvoeiro Beach Party.
The Portugal News21 JulEnvironment Agency to promote waste separation during the summer in the Algarve
The Marina de Portimão will host the final stop of the Portuguese Environment Agency’s (APA) summer awareness roadshow this weekend, bringing an interactive campaign designed to encourage residents and visitors to separate household waste correctly during the busiest months of the year.
The Portugal News21 JulFaro Motorcycle Rally attracted 17,000 visitors in 2026
Around 17,000 people participated in the 44th Faro International Motorcycle Rally, which ended today in the Algarve city, with the organisation making a positive assessment and revealing the dates for the next edition, in 2027.
The Portugal News21 JulPortugal is among the destinations favoured by the change in tourist flows
Portugal is among the destinations benefiting from the redistribution of tourist flows associated with instability in the Gulf, with increases in hotel occupancy in the Algarve, Porto and Alentejo, according to a McKinsey study.
The Portugal News20 JulElectric trains are now running in the Algarve, but PSD laments shortcomings
The switch from diesel trains to trams on the Algarve railway line represents a "clear improvement" for regional mobility, but it is necessary to move forward with connections to Spain and Faro airport, the PSD argued.
The Portugal News20 JulPortugal beaches among the best in Europe for sunsets
Portugal is home to two of Europe’s four highest-rated beaches for watching the sunset, according to a new analysis by Private Portugal Tours.
The Portugal News20 JulAlgarve to host free Basic Life Support Training
In Albufeira, residents and visitors will have the opportunity to learn potentially life-saving skills during a free Basic Life Support (BLS) mass training session taking place on 20 August at Praia dos Pescadores, as part of celebrations for Municipal Day.
The Portugal News20 JulCatholic Mass in Carvoeiro
Why go to Mass while you are on holiday? What a good question!
The Portugal News19 JulLong queues at Faro Airport today
Passengers departing from Faro Airport experienced exceptionally long queues today, with congestion stretching well beyond the outbound passport control area.
The Portugal News19 JulExperience seasonal flavours at Espiche Golf in the Algarve
Set within the environmentally conscious Espiche Golf resort in the Algarve, the Gecko Bistro offers a diverse menu that showcases fresh ingredients and contemporary dining.
The Portugal News18 JulSouth Korea balances medical tourism and public healthcare
South Korea’s beauty tourism industry is attracting growing numbers of international patients, boosting the country’s medical tourism sector.
The Portugal News18 JulBeach of the Week: Marinha Beach
Marinha Beach is surely one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve, and there are plenty of reasons why.
The Portugal News18 JulTurkey upgrades airbase for giant Boeing 747 donated by Qatar to the US
Turkey spent more than 120 million dollars over eight months rebuilding the runway at Ankara’s Etimesgut Military Airport to accommodate a Boeing 747-8 donated by Qatar to the United States.
The Portugal News18 JulSeine welcomes swimmers for the second summer
Paris has reopened designated swimming areas in the Seine for a second consecutive summer, allowing residents and visitors to swim in the river under supervised conditions.
The Portugal News18 JulExpats can donate blood in Portugal
The Portuguese Institute of Blood and Transplantation (IPST) has appealed to the public to donate blood before or during the holidays.
The Portugal News17 JulTourism in Portugal attracts new markets and grows in North American visitor numbers
Portugal's tourism sector continued to expand in 2025, albeit at a noticeably more moderate pace than in previous years.
The Portugal News17 JulAlgarve Falésia Hotel reopens after major renovation as adults-only retreat in Albufeira
After months of renovation, one of the Algarve's most familiar hotels has reopened with a fresh new look and a new adults-only concept.
The Portugal News17 JulEuropean Union wants to stop free museum entry in Portugal
Portugal could be forced to overhaul its popular free admission scheme for state-run museums, monuments and palaces after the European Commission argued that the policy unfairly favours residents over visitors from elsewhere in the EU.