The Portugal News29 JulWhite Night returns to the village of Paderne in the Algarve
The White Night of Paderne returns on 8 August to this village in the municipality of Albufeira, in the Algarve.
The Portugal News28 JulWhat to do in Faro: A local guide to the Algarve's capital
Many people think of Faro simply as the place where their Algarve holiday begins. It's where you land, pick up your rental car and, if you're lucky, grab a copy of The Portugal News at the airport before heading to Albufeira, Lagos or one of the many beach resorts along the coast. But Faro deserves much more than being
The Portugal News28 JulA resort for wellness in the Algarve
The Westin Salgados Beach Resort in Albufeira is not just a hotel but a holistic holiday and residential experience, built on the six fundamental pillars of well-being: sleep, eat, move, feel, work, and have fun.
The Portugal News24 JulAlbufeira City Council to create more spaces for TVDE but remains bans
The Albufeira City Council will create spaces for passenger pick-up and drop-off by vehicles hired through electronic platforms (TVDE), but will maintain the ban on circulation applied in some areas of the city, the mayor said.
The Portugal News23 JulAssociation opposes ban on TVDE vehicles in Albufeira
The Portuguese Association of Transporters in Unmarked Vehicles (APTAD) has opposed the Albufeira City Council's decision to ban access to passenger transport vehicles hired through electronic platforms (TVDE) in some areas of the city.
The Portugal News22 JulAlbufeira to have restrictions on the circulation of ride-hailing vehicles in the Algarve city
The circulation of ride-hailing vehicles in the Baixa and Avenida da Liberdade areas of Albufeira will be restricted starting 22 July.
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 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 JulProperty of the Week: Unique Outdoor Country & Nature Living
Charming 3-Bedroom Countryside Villa with Swimming Pool located on a 4,720 m² Plot, located only 10 minutes from Messines, 15 minutes from Silves, and 30 minutes from Albufeira.
The Portugal News16 JulLibertas Group Launches Pre-Sales for UNIQUE Albufeira
New private condominium will be the first development in the Algarve to benefit from the new VAT reduction for primary residences
The Portugal News10 JulTwin sisters to run 30km for volunteer Bombeiros
My name is Mariah, and along with my twin sister Kloe, we are taking on a 30K charity run on 12 September 2026 to raise funds for the volunteer Bombeiros of Albufeira and Messines.
The Portugal News10 JulThe Algarve is stronger when it speaks with one voice
Last Monday, I had the honour of being invited by Hélder Martins, president of AHETA, to be present in Albufeira at the signing of the memorandum of understanding that formalises the merger process between the two main business associations linked to hotels and tourism in the Algarve.
The Portugal News1 JulAlgarve city satisfied with noise control measures
The mayor of Albufeira gave a positive assessment of the noise control measures implemented a month ago in the municipality, but businesses fear negative impacts.
The Portugal News30 JunTouristic enterprise at the Albufeira do Castelo do Bode
On 22 June a broadcast by Investigação SIC focussed attention on the complaints made by mainly foreign investors who had been persuaded by artful publicity to part with substantial values in order to reserve units in the self-named Vale Paraiso Eco-Resort.
The Portugal News23 JunNude tourists in Algarve city lead to a review of the Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct for the municipality of Albufeira came into effect a year ago to reduce "abuse" by tourists, but it needs to be reviewed and more closely monitored on the ground, the mayor argued.