The Portugal News6 AugCampsite on Terceira Island in the Azores evacuated due to storm
The bad weather recorded in the Azores since the night of 5 August caused several floods in São Jorge and São Miguel and forced the relocation of 67 people at the Praia da Vitória campsite on Terceira Island.
The Portugal News5 AugRising sea levels could lead to the disappearance of 40 per cent of Portugal beaches
A Greenpeace report suggests that Portugal has become one of the places most vulnerable to climate change, due to the length of its coastline and rising sea levels.
The Portugal News5 AugACI Europe demands urgent resolution of flaws in new border control system
Airports Council International (ACI) Europe has urged European authorities to urgently address the disruptions caused by the implementation of the Entry and Exit System (EES), the new border control system for the Schengen Area
The Portugal News5 AugLagoa's beaches in the Algarve maintain excellent water quality
Lagoa Municipality has announced that all of the municipality's beaches continue to hold an excellent bathing water quality classification, confirming the high standards of the area's coastline.
The Portugal News4 AugPassengers Breeze Through Faro Airport Arrivals During Busy 5pm Period
Passengers arriving at Faro Airport experienced a smooth and efficient journey through arrivals on Tuesday afternoon, with one traveller reporting that border procedures took less than five minutes.
The Portugal News4 AugAlgarve resorts among Portugal's nominees in Europe's top travel awards
Hotels and resorts across Portugal have once again been recognised in this year's World Travel Awards, with the Algarve securing nominations in several of Europe's leading tourism categories.
The Portugal News4 AugKAN.JO returns to the Algarve with an Asian-inspired dining experience
The restaurant at Algarve Marriott Salgados Resort & Spa has launched a new season with a gastronomic concept that combines Japanese tradition, contemporary creativity and Portuguese flavours.
The Portugal News3 AugTAP flight to Boston diverted to Azores due to technical issue
A TAP Air Portugal flight bound for Boston made an unscheduled landing in the Azores on Sunday, 2 August, after the crew identified a technical issue during the journey, marking the second operational disruption involving the airline in as many days.
The Portugal News3 AugWe Flew United’s Nonstop Faro to Newark Flight: Here’s What Economy Is Really Like
If you’re wondering what the nonstop Faro to Newark flight is actually like…
The Portugal News3 AugTourism contributed 11.8% to Portugal's GDP in 2025
Tourism contributed €36.2 billion to the economy in 2025, representing 11.8% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and added 0.3 percentage points to real economic growth, the INE reported.
The Portugal News3 AugMuseums in Portugal recorded nearly 1.7 million free entries
The museums, monuments and palaces under the tutelage of Museus e Monumentos de Portugal (MMP) recorded 1,697,223 free entries, 306,654 of which were used by foreign visitors.
The Portugal News2 AugPortugal expands E-Gate access for foreign residents at airports
Foreign nationals legally residing in Portugal can now use automated passport control gates when arriving at and departing from the country’s airports, helping eligible travellers avoid lengthy immigration queues during the busy summer season.
The Portugal News2 AugPortugal no longer competes only for tourists
For many years, Portugal measured its ability to attract the world through a simple indicator: the number of tourists who visited us. Tourism continues to be one of the biggest forces in the national economy, but it is no longer the only sign of the country's growing attractiveness.
The Portugal News2 AugOvernight stays by non-residents in Portugal fell in June
The tourist accommodation sector recorded revenues of €3,148.3 million and 36.8 million overnight stays through June, a month in which overnight stays by non-residents declined for the first time in eight months, as reported by INE.
The Portugal News2 Aug10 festivals worth visiting in Portugal this August
If you are visiting Portugal in August, you’re in luck. Apart from the warm weather, long sunny days, beaches and beautiful sunsets, August is also the busiest month of the year for festivals.
The Portugal News1 AugAzores to update airport fees
The adjustment of airport fees at aerodromes and airports under the jurisdiction of the Autonomous Region of the Azores will have no impact on passengers or tourism, as SATA Air Açores will absorb the increases associated with inter-island operations.
The Portugal News1 AugBeach of the Week: Armação de Pêra Beach
The beaches of Armação de Pêra form one of the longest stretches of sand in the Algarve, extending along the coastline towards Albufeira. With plenty of space, golden sand and calm waters, it's one of the region's favourite beaches for both locals and visitors.
The Portugal News31 JulAzorean beach of Mosteiros closed to swimming for the third time
The beach of Mosteiros, in the Azores, is temporarily closed to swimming for the third time since the beginning of the bathing season, due to "microbiological contamination," and the measure will remain in place until the situation is resolved.
The Portugal News31 JulThe greatest Praia da Falésia in the Algarve
Praia da Falésia is one of the most interesting beaches on the coast.
The Portugal News31 JulThe presence of sharks in Portugal poses no risk to swimmers
Although Portuguese territorial waters are home to various shark species, such as the blue shark, mako, hammerhead, and, further offshore, the great white shark, sightings near beaches frequented by swimmers are rare, and the risk of attacks on humans is negligible.
The Portugal News31 JulArt, History and Wine: A Day Out in Estremoz
On 8 August, the 2026 Sovereign Portuguese Student Art Prize opens in Estremoz, offering visitors the perfect opportunity to combine art, history, food and wine in one of the Alentejo's most beautiful historic towns.
The Portugal News30 JulUniversity of the Algarve creates new route to visit the Roman ruins of Milreu
The Roman ruins of Milreu in Estoi (Faro) will feature a new visitor route as part of a project that includes relocating blocks from the ancient temple to improve their interpretation, the University of the Algarve (UAlg) has revealed.
The Portugal News29 JulRobert de Niro Nobu to launch luxury hotel and branded residences in the Algarve
Nobu Hospitality has announced plans to expand its presence in Portugal with a new hotel, signature restaurant, and branded residential development at Monte Rei Golf & Country Club in the Eastern Algarve, which could welcome its first guests in 2029.
The Portugal News29 JulPortugal recorded Europe’s worst flight delays as passengers lost millions of hours
Air passengers travelling to and from Portugal experienced the worst flight delays in Europe during the first half of the year, based on new research showing that travellers collectively lost more than seven million hours due to disruption across the continent.