Algarve at “enormous risk” of rubbish going uncollected due to new regime
Algarve tourism boss João Fernandes has warned that the region runs an “enormous risk” of being left with uncollected waste due to a new waste management regime which will come
Seventeen rescued from boat adrift off Lagoa
Maritime police rescued 17 people – two crew members and 15 passengers – from a tour boat that was adrift and heading towards rocks near the Gruta do Contrabando grotto
Vila Vita Parc to open new private disco club with Halloween party
Five-star resort Vila Vita Parc in Porches (Lagoa) has announced the opening of its new V-Club, which promises to “liven up the Algarve weekends to the rhythm of renowned resident
Railway “dream”: PM Costa throws support behind Algarve-Andalusia railway link
Prime Minister António Costa has described the idea of building a railway link between Faro in the Algarve and Seville in Andalusia (Spain) as a “dream” that will “one day”
Art meets hiking in Barão de São João
Lovers of art and hiking will be delighted to know that the ‘Walk & Art Fest’ is returning to Barão de São João in Lagos between November 5 and 7.
Brits flock to Algarve for half term break as Faro Airport welcomes over 30,000 passengers
The Algarve is celebrating a much-anticipated return of British holidaymakers, spurred mostly by this month’s school half term, some great weather (up to today!) and the start of the golf
Vilamoura’s new owners aim to build 1,400 rooms in six years
The new owners of Vilamoura have announced plans to build 1,400 rooms in six years at the resort and also expand its world-famous marina, opening it up to larger boats.
Former primary school turned into cultural hub in Vila do Bispo
Vila do Bispo’s former primary school has been turned into a cultural hub which will host everything from concerts to plays and all sorts of live performances starting in November.
Controlled burn goes wrong and raises concern in Quinta do Lago
A controlled burn gone wrong caused concern in Quinta do Lago on Saturday among nearby residents and guests of the area’s many luxury hotels. Authorities have confirmed that the fire
Aquashow to open first indoor waterpark in Iberian Peninsula
The Iberian Peninsula’s first indoor waterpark is due to open “soon” at the Aquashow waterpark in Quarteira. The announcement was made last week on the waterpark’s Facebook page. Further details