Portugal’s algae industry booming – nearly 50 companies produce between two and 100 tonnes per year
Most of the algae is exported Portugal’s algae industry is making waves, with almost 50 companies producing between two and 100 tonnes of algae annually, most of it going straight
Roma groups want anti-gypsyism recognised as racism
Members of Portugal’s gypsy community say they are discriminated against on a daily basis Roma gypsy associations are vowing to not give up until anti-gypsyism is officially considered a form
Portugal eyes major boost to Japanese tourism
Portugal looks to rake in €100 million from Japanese tourism in just three years Portugal is setting its sights on Japan, with plans to rake in €100 million from Japanese
Mayors continue to push for Algarve-Andalusia high-speed rail link
Mayors view the link as vital for the development of both regions The mayors of Faro, Huelva, and Seville are once again pushing for the construction of a high-speed railway
New culture, sports and leisure hub opens in Portimão
Lugar do Rio is located behind Portimão Arena and is open to everyone A new culture, sports, and leisure hub entitled ‘Lugar do Rio’ has opened in Portimão. Located in
US city eyes special partnership with Loulé
Carmel, Indiana in the US wants to become Loulé’s “sister city” The Algarve town of Loulé might soon have a new “sister city” across the Atlantic. Sue Finkam, the mayor
Youth basketball tournament brings 1,000 athletes to Albufeira
Albufeira will host its ‘Festa do Basquetebol Juvenil’, a youth basketball tournament which brings together nearly 1,000 young athletes from across Portugal. Taking place from Wednesday until Sunday (April 9-13),
Lagoa warns public to stay off electrified Arade railway bridge
The municipal council of Lagoa has launched a serious warning prohibiting all access by pedestrians to the railway bridge connecting Portimão and Lagoa over the Arade River. As part of
Portimão celebrates Easter with fun for everyone
Easter in Portimão will feature an Egg Hunt, a Parisian carousel, live music and religious ceremonies Portimão is promising an exciting Easter experience for everyone, hosting a wide range of
Bicycle thief caught red-handed in Tavira
Police found a stash of stolen goods in his house worth €80,000 A 51-year-old man was caught red-handed and arrested on April 1 for stealing several bicycles in Tavira. The