The Portugal News26 AugNo women at the top of Portugal’s tourism associations
Women make up more than half of the global tourism workforce, yet only 7 percent reach top management positions.
The Portugal News26 AugYoung Portuguese man rescued after near-drowning in Greece
On 21 August, a 26-year-old Portuguese tourist was pulled out of the sea unconscious off the Greek island of Zakynthos after having almost drowned in the Korithi area.
The Portugal News26 AugSmooth Operations in Faro Airport
It was around 11 o’clock last night when a flight from Edinburgh arrived at Faro Airport, and we wanted to show you what the new EES machines were actually like in practice.
The Portugal News26 AugTraditional midnight sea swim returns to the Algarve
The Festa do Banho 29 returns to Lagos and Praia da Luz on 29 August, bringing music, entertainment and one of the Algarve’s most unusual summer traditions.
The Portugal News26 AugSwimming is discouraged at a Portuguese beach
Swimming is discouraged at Vila Praia de Âncora beach in Caminha due to microbiological contamination, according to an active alert from the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA).
The Portugal News25 AugPortugal is the European country with the most Blue Flag beaches
Portugal has the highest percentage of beaches distinguished with the Blue Flag in Europe.
The Portugal News25 AugPortugal plans luxury hotel train inspired by Orient Express
Portugal is set to get a new luxury hotel on rails, with plans to transform old CP carriages into accommodation offering overnight journeys, regional food and experiences around the country.
The Portugal News25 AugThe Sweet Refuge of Bairro Alto Hotel’s Bakery in Lisbon
Anchoring the bustling corner where Rua do Alecrim meets Praça Luís de Camões, the pastry shop of the Bairro Alto Hotel introduces a refined, unhurried counterpoint to the frantic energy of downtown Lisbon.
The Portugal News24 AugAustralia suspends Work & Holiday Visas for Portuguese citizens
Portugal is among the 23 countries with the Australian Work & Holiday visa program paused.
The Portugal News24 AugPSP Borders Unit’s first year marked by airport disruptions in Portugal
The first year of operations for the PSP’s National Foreigners and Borders Unit (UNEF), which concluded on 21 August, has been marked by various airport difficulties, and the officers’ union describes it as a “very turbulent year.”
The Portugal News22 AugBeach of the week: Albandeira Beach
Albandeira is one of the more hidden beaches in the municipality of Lagoa.
The Portugal News22 AugSea turtle completes remarkable journey
A critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtle rescued from a Welsh beach has been flown more than 5,000 miles back to the United States ahead of its planned release into the Gulf of Mexico.
The Portugal News22 AugeasyJet to end all flights from UK airport after 16 years
easyJet is set to withdraw completely from Leeds Bradford Airport, ending its operations at the West Yorkshire airport from 5 January 2027.
The Portugal News21 AugSoltour expands Balearic Islands flights for summer 2026
The tour operator has increased its direct connections from Portugal to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza as demand for Mediterranean holidays continues to grow.
The Portugal News21 AugTourist spending in Portugal rises 4.2% in first half of 2026
June revenue exceeded last year’s level as the country’s tourism sector maintained steady growth.
The Portugal News21 AugAlgarve municipalities charge tourists to stay overnight
Tourists staying in some of the Algarve's most popular destinations are paying an additional charge on top of the cost of their accommodation.
The Portugal News21 AugSwimming banned at Algarve beach
People have been told not to swim at Praia da Nazaré after tests found higher-than-normal levels of microbiological contamination in the water.
The Portugal News21 AugAlgarve village’s climate refuge offers escape from extreme heat
A small village in the Algarve is attracting attention for a climate refuge that is helping residents and visitors escape increasingly intense summer temperatures.
The Portugal News20 AugStay Cool network launches climate refuges in Portugal
The Stay Cool network includes 18 certified climate refuges in the Alentejo area, spread across the municipalities of Almodôvar, Arronches, Castelo de Vide, Cuba, and Mourão, according to a statement issued by the Alentejo and Ribatejo Regional Tourism Authority (ERT).
The Portugal News19 AugAlgarve hotels to offer more than 2,000 local oranges to guests
Guests staying at five Algarve hotels will have the chance to taste one of the region's best-known local products this week, with more than 2,000 Algarve oranges being handed out.
The Portugal News19 AugNew boardwalk to link two Algarve beaches
Work on the new route between Altura and Praia Verde is already underway, with the first sections installed earlier this summer.
The Portugal News19 AugCrédito Agrícola becomes Official Bank of FATACIL
Crédito Agrícola is once again taking part as the Official Bank of FATACIL – Lagoa’s Fair of Crafts, Tourism, Agriculture, Commerce and Industry.
The Portugal News18 AugMore flight routes could soon come to the Azores
The Government of the Azores is developing the Air Route Development Fund.
The Portugal News18 AugEurope eases airport liquid rules
The days of squeezing shampoo, sunscreen and toiletries into 100ml bottles may finally be numbered, with passengers at a growing number of European airports now able to take liquid containers of up to two litres through security.