Hundreds of sailors head to Vilamoura for Carnival Sailing Tournament
More than 400 sailors from around the world will compete in the 52nd International Carnival Sailing Tournament, taking place in Vilamoura between February 14 and 16. As organisers explain, rain
World’s top runners head to Albufeira for Almond Blossom Cross
The world’s elite cross-country runners will gather in Albufeira this Sunday (February 8) for the 49th Cross Internacional das Amendoeiras em Flor (Almond Blossom Cross). The race will once again
Vila do Bispo approves €26 million budget for 2026
Vila do Bispo’s municipal budget for 2026, worth more than €26 million, has been formally approved by both the municipal council and assembly. The document by the council was approved
Maritime Authority assists 14 sailboats on Guadiana River
Portugal’s National Maritime Authority has assisted 14 sailboats on the Guadiana River since Wednesday after a sharp rise in water levels made navigation unsafe. “These were boats that were anchored
SOS Animal demands emergency support system for animal rescues
SOS Animal is calling on the Portuguese state to urgently create a support mechanism for organisations that rescue animals during disasters. The animal welfare association says Portugal is lagging behind
Tejo riverside residents urged to leave homes as river levels surge
Portugal’s Civil Protection authority has urged people living along the banks of the Tejo River to leave their homes and move to safe locations, warning of a rapid and dangerous
Monte Rei announces overhaul of flagship golf course
One of the Algarve’s most prestigious golf courses is set to close for six months as part of what its owners describe as a significant renovation. The Monte Rei Golf
Portimão cruise traffic surges in 2025
Portimão emerged as one of the bright spots of 2025 for Portugal’s southernmost ports, posting strong growth in cruise traffic even as Sines Port recorded a sharp fall in overall
Storm Leonardo: Algarve records 134 incidents in 24 hours
The Algarve remains under pressure as Storm Leonardo continues to hit the region with persistent rain, strong winds and rough seas, triggering more than 130 weather-related incidents in just 24
Eastern Algarve boroughs take control of local animal collection centre
Animal welfare in the eastern Algarve is getting a hands-on overhaul as the councils of Vila Real de Santo António and Castro Marim take direct control of the Intermunicipal Animal