The Portugal News25 SeptGet more for less at the afpop expo
It is almost time for the annual afpop expo, taking place on 3 and 4 October at the Portimão Arena, and the benefits for visitors continues to grow!
The Portugal News24 SeptAfro Nation Portugal reveals first names for 2027 lineup
Afro Nation Portugal has revealed a huge first wave of artists for 2027, confirming another major international lineup is set to land on Praia da Rocha from 9 to 11 June next year.
The Portugal News24 SeptWhy tourists are now visiting supermarkets on holiday
For many travellers, a trip abroad means visiting famous landmarks, museums or trying the restaurants recommended by locals.
The Portugal News23 SeptA sunny afternoon in Porto
We visited the centre of Porto on a sunny August afternoon, and the streets were full of tourists making their way around the city and down towards Ribeira.
The Portugal News23 SeptThe Best Food Destinations in Portugal
You could travel around Portugal following castles, beaches or vineyards. You could also quite reasonably plan the entire trip around lunch.
The Portugal News23 SeptIconic Portuguese beaches with year-round paid parking
The Sintra City Council will extend paid parking near Praia Grande and Praia das Maçãs beaches year-round, after having approved it only during the bathing season, and waive payment for the first 15 minutes throughout the municipality.
The Portugal News22 SeptExploring Ribeira in Porto
Ribeira is one of Porto’s most popular areas with visitors, stretching along the banks of the Douro River and always full of life.
The Portugal News22 SeptLisbon is the happiest tourist destination in the world
A ranking by the Holiday Happiness Index from BookRetreats considered Lisbon the happiest tourist destination in the world.
The Portugal News22 SeptPortugal Becomes a Global iGaming Meeting Point
Anyone who has walked through Lisbon during a major international event knows the particular energy it brings: hotel lobbies buzzing in a dozen languages, taxis queuing outside the Feira Internacional, and restaurants in Parque das Nações fully booked days in advance.
The Portugal News22 SeptConvent of Christ reopens cloisters to the public with nighttime visits
The Convent of Christ in Tomar will reopen its renovated cloisters on 24 September, welcoming the public back with a nighttime visit to the Main Cloister, which will also allow visitors to see the new lighting in that space.
The Portugal News21 SeptRyanair launches special autumn flights from Portugal
Ryanair has launched a new autumn promotion, with flights from Portugal to a number of European and North African destinations available from €14.99.
The Portugal News21 SeptPortugal tourism revenue growth slows in July
Tourism revenues in Portugal continued to rise in July, but at a much slower pace, increasing by just 1.5% compared to the same month last year.
The Portugal News21 SeptThe Alentejo is becoming more attractive as a place to live
The desire for more room, greater tranquillity, and a way of life based on the idea of 'slow living' has meant that traditional Alentejo country mansions (montes) have become attractive investments—whether one wants to use them as permanent residences, as weekend getaways, or as part of rural tourism initiatives.
The Portugal News20 SeptA Hotel with a Story to Tell in Porto
There are places where you can simply forget about the rest of the world and live in a little bubble for a while. Places that overwhelm you with their atmosphere and spirit, and places that seem to have their own soul. Wine & Books Porto is one of them.
The Portugal News19 SeptArriving at Faro Airport
The Algarve adventure began today with an arrival at Faro Airport at 9:35am, following a easyJet flight from Luton. The flight arrived on schedule, but the passengers were soon faced with an unexpectedly lengthy wait at border control.
The Portugal News19 SeptHigh-speed rail reduces flight demand
China’s expanding high-speed rail network is reducing demand for short-haul air travel, leading Airbus to cut its 20-year forecast for single-aisle aircraft by 470 planes.
The Portugal News19 SeptBeach of the Week: Praia dos Três Castelos
Is this one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve?
The Portugal News19 SeptAviation emissions have increased in Portugal since 2019
Aviation pollutant emissions have increased by 19% in Portugal since 2019, the environmental association Zero warned, saying that the expansion of airport capacity in Lisbon and Porto threatens a decarbonisation roadmap that has yet to be adopted.
The Portugal News19 SeptFestival returning to Portugal city
The São Miguel Festival returns to Penela, in the Coimbra district, from the 25th to the 29th, featuring music, exhibitors, and food stalls; the local municipality expects over 25,000 visitors.
The Portugal News18 SeptFixed taxi fares at Lisbon Airport welcomed by the tourism sector
The Lisbon Tourism Association has backed the introduction of a system with fixed fares for taxi services departing from Humberto Delgado Airport, pointing out that this measure enhances transparency, shows respect for industry professionals, and provides visitors and residents with a simpler and more predictable arriv
The Portugal News18 SeptAustralia cracks down on tourism visa overstays
Tourists who stay in Australia after their visas expire are about to face much tougher enforcement, as the government targets more than 77,000 people believed to be living in the country without a valid visa.
The Portugal News18 SeptLEDEX Forum brings the Algarve AI expertise
In less than a month, LEDEX Forum will take place in the Algarve at the Real Marina Hotel & Spa in Olhão on 15 October.
The Portugal News18 SeptBrazil to be celebrated with an event in Portugal
Brazil Origin Week returns to Lisbon between 9 and 11 October, with expectations of at least 15,000 visitors and 40 to 50 exhibitors, in an edition that integrates the Chocolat Festival for the first time in the Portuguese capital.
The Portugal News17 SeptPortuguese hotel ranks among most beautiful in the world
The historic Infante Sagres, located in the heart of Porto near Praça de D. Filipa de Lencastre, ranked 23rd on the list of the world’s 33 most beautiful hotels.