The Portugal News28 AugCitizens gather at Câmara Municipal de Lagos to Save Meia Praia
On Wednesday, August 19, at 2:00 PM, local residents gathered outside the Municipal building to express concern about a proposed hotel development on the environmentally sensitive Dunas Douradas dunes at Meia Praia.
The Portugal News28 AugMore people in Portugal move homes during summer holiday
August is usually associated with holidays, but many people in Portugal are also using the summer break to move home.
The Portugal News27 AugAll non-EU passengers to face biometric checks in Portugal
The collection of biometric data from foreign passengers will be carried out in full from 6 September, the Prime Minister announced during a visit to Lisbon Airport.
The Portugal News27 AugPestana to build new apartment resort in Portugal
A new tourist development in Porto Covo is set to begin construction in September, expanding the Pestana Hotel Group’s presence on the Alentejo coast.
The Portugal News27 AugBad weather cancels eight flights at Porto airport
Rain on the morning of 27 August at Porto airport led to the cancellation of eight flights, the diversion of another seven, and delays in air operations, ANA Aeroportos de Portugal said.
The Portugal News27 AugeasyJet flight cancellation to Portugal affects 130 passengers
Around 130 people were affected by the cancellation on 25 August of an easyJet flight between Boa Vista Island, in Cape Verde, and Porto, Portugal, with some still awaiting a solution, as mentioned by passengers
The Portugal News27 AugPortugal Has the Hotels. The Opportunity Is In Its Authenticity
Something interesting is happening in the global hotel industry.
The Portugal News27 AugSculpture celebrates Railway Heritage in Loulé
As part of the celebrations marking the 136th anniversary of São Sebastião, one of the two civil parishes in Loulé, a sculptural landmark was unveiled on Thursday, August 13, along the path beside Loulé/Praia de Quarteira railway station.
The Portugal News27 AugSwimming prohibited on six Portuguese beaches
The municipality of Matosinhos has six beaches where swimming is discouraged because of microbiological contamination, the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) said.
The Portugal News26 AugNew flight between USA and Portugal announced
The Azores are getting another direct connection to the United States, with United Airlines announcing a new nonstop service between Newark and Terceira for summer 2027.
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.