Canadian tourist staying in Albufeira tests positive for coronavirus
A Canadian holidaymaker in his 60s who had been staying at a hotel in Albufeira has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. It is the first confirmed case of an
Covid-19: Share Algarve postponed until October
Following the coronavirus prevention measures of the last few days, organisers have confirmed that the Share Algarve conference – which was due to take place on April 14 and 15
Covid-19: University of Algarve suspends on-site classes until March 27
The University of Algarve (UAlg) has suspended all on-site classes until March 27 due to the coronavirus outbreak. In an official statement, the university says that the measure is being
Parents get first look at Nobel’s Almancil Campus
Around 100 people, including parents and pupils, attended an Open Day event to unveil Nobel International School Algarve’s new campus in Almancil, currently under construction and due to be completed
Algarve gymnasts win first place at Maia International Acro Cup
Rita Ascensão, Maria Moreno and Laura Gonçalves from Loulé-based gymnastics team Louletano Desportos Clube emerged as champions from the finals of the Maia International Acro Cup 2020 in Maia (Porto).
‘Albufeira Throwdown’ returns in October as organisers seek more sponsors
Albufeira’s Weightlifting Association (AHA) has confirmed that the fitness competition ‘Albufeira Throwdown’ is returning between October 2 and 5 for its sophomore edition. The three-day event is described as a
Lagos Zoo welcomes python captured in popular hiking spot in Loulé
The albino python that was captured in Fonte Benémola in Querença (Loulé) last Thursday has been taken in by Lagos Zoo. In a statement to the press, the zoo confirmed
‘Forgotten Food’ festival revives Algarve’s picnic traditions
A series of picnics will be taking place this spring in the Algarve as part of the new ‘Forgotten Food’ festival, which aims to shine the spotlight on traditional products
Birdwatchers to descend on Sagres again in October
The Sagres Birdwatching Festival is returning for its 11th year between October 2 and 5, organisers have confirmed. The event will once again feature many activities to show nature lovers
Unplug from the digital world and relax during Algarve Spa Week
The first round of this year’s Algarve Spa Week, under the theme ‘Digital Detox – Connecting Yourself to Wellness’, will take place between March 28 and April 5, offering a