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The Portugal News10 Oct

Free museum access remains universal

England’s national museums will remain free for all visitors after the government abandoned plans to charge overseas tourists. 

The Portugal News9 Oct

New hotel coming to the Algarve

A new hotel is preparing to open in the centre of Portimão, bringing new life to a building that had been abandoned for several years.

The Portugal News9 Oct

Decline in passengers disembarking at Portugal archipelago

The number of passengers disembarking at airports in the Azores fell for the ninth consecutive month in September, down 5.6% from the same period last year, according to data the Regional Statistics Service (SREA) released today.

The Portugal News9 Oct

easyJet cuts winter seat capacity

easyJet will reduce 700,000 seats in its winter flight capacity to mitigate the impact of rising fuel costs.

The Portugal News8 Oct

The Vibes of Pego das Cancelas in Portugal

Nestled deep within the valleys of central Portugal near Proença-a-Nova, the Praia Fluvial do Pego das Cancelas is a true river oasis where wild nature meets absolute relaxation. 

The Portugal News7 Oct

Algarve plans 21 tourism promotion events in October

The Algarve has 21 tourism promotion activities planned throughout October, both in Portugal and abroad.

The Portugal News6 Oct

Algarve luxury resort named best in Europe

Vila Vita Parc topped the UK Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 ranking after climbing seven places since last year.

The Portugal News6 Oct

Lisbon’s Early Festive Glow

Though autumn leaves still dust the historic cobblestones, Lisbon’s downtown is already looking toward the magic of the holidays. 

The Portugal News6 Oct

Carobs take the spotlight in the Algarve

This month, carob will take centre stage in a series of workshops and tastings being held across Silves, as the municipality continues its programme marking World Tourism Day 2026. 

The Portugal News6 Oct

UK moves forward with facial recognition at airports

The new technology could reduce border waiting times by up to 25 percent.

The Portugal News6 Oct

Algarve invests €32 million in coastal protection

The Algarve coastline is set to receive around €32 million in investment, with work planned to restore sand on beaches, stabilise cliffs and tackle coastal erosion in several parts of the region.

The Portugal News5 Oct

Porto digitises access records for tourist buses entering the historic centre

Porto City Hall is set to implement a fully digital system for tourist bus operators to access the restricted zone (ZR) in the city centre, requiring companies to pre-register their entry for specific time slots.

The Portugal News4 Oct

New tourist information centre for Portugal town

The village of Caramulo, in the municipality of Tondela, will receive a new Tourist Information Office and a “Citizen Space” (a public service hub) as part of the municipality’s strategy to revitalise the mountain area.

The Portugal News4 Oct

7 things you should never tell ChatGPT

ChatGPT can help with everything from planning a holiday to writing an email, but there are still some things you should think twice about typing into the chat box.

The Portugal News4 Oct

Madeira's airports handled more than 606,000 passengers

Madeira’s airports recorded 606,200 passengers in August—a 3.7% increase from the same period last year—transported on 3,919 aircraft, the Regional Directorate of Statistics (DREM) reported.

The Portugal News3 Oct

Beach of the Week: Praia da Rocha

A beach with something for everyone

The Portugal News2 Oct

Algarve hotel receives its first Michelin Key

Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve has received its first Michelin Key in the same year that the iconic Porches hotel celebrates its 60th anniversary.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Landing at Faro Airport

After a run of storm warnings, Faro looks almost dreamlike from a plane. 

The Portugal News2 Oct

Popular Algarve fair returns for six days

Vila Real de Santo António is preparing for six days of food, crafts, shopping and entertainment as the traditional Feira da Praia returns from 8 to 13 October.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Algarve beach hides a 70-million-year-old volcanic past

Anyone who has spent time at Praia da Luz will probably recognise the dark rock formation rising dramatically from the otherwise pale cliffs at the eastern end of the beach.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Visit Azores has €2.8 million to promote tourism in the Azores

The Government of the Azores has made €2.8 million available to the Visit Azores Association to promote the Azores as a destination, according to an order published today in the Official Gazette.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Turismo de Portugal welcomes 2,127 new students

Turismo de Portugal marked the start of the new academic year with an opening lecture at the Porto School of Hospitality and Tourism.

The Portugal News2 Oct

Buying Beyond Summer: What Makes an Algarve Home Work All Year?

A house can be irresistible in August and considerably less convincing in January. In summer, the Algarve does much of the work. Doors stay open, terraces become living rooms, pools dominate the day and proximity to the beach can seem like the most important measure of a location.

The Portugal News1 Oct

Trains to return to Alcântara-Terra on weekends and public holidays

From 13th December onwards, at the same time as the new 2027 timetable comes into effect, the trains on the Azambuja Line will once again serve Alcântara-Terra station on weekends and public holidays.