Algarve kicks off big push to become “Smart Tourism” region
The Algarve has launched a major new effort to modernise the way the region plans, manages and lives with tourism. The SmartVITATUR project, led by the University of the Algarve,
Artists shine through the rain at dazzling Silves art fair
Torrential rain didn’t dampen the spirits of 60 determined artists who had worked all year preparing for the 4th annual Art Expo Algarve. They brought their talent, energy, and enthusiasm
Camerata return to Quintinha da Música
Camerata, a group of young pupils at the Faro music conservatory (CRAMC), will be performing a concert on Sunday, November 23, at Quintinha da Música, near Tavira, at 4pm. Organisers,
News in brief on Tuesday morning as PJ police probe TAP’s privatisation
Tungsten mine The sense of local outrage against a plan to resume mining (for tungsten) in Borralha, Montalegre, has seen almost 700 ‘responses’ in the public participation exercise on the
Excellence in business recognised in Algarve
Now in its fourth year, the Algarve Business Awards showcased and celebrated some of the region’s best companies, entrepreneurs and community innovation ideas. The awards are committed to recognising excellence
A new path to wellness
OsteoStrong presents an innovative concept, unlike anything else on the market, using a scientifically proven method backed by more than 25,000 clinical studies, promising results with just 10 minutes per
December sees acclaimed French pianist Dona Sévène perform in Algarve
Amigos de Música association in Algarve is presenting, for the first time, acclaimed virtuoso pianist from France, Dona Sévène, who is praised for her subtle, nuanced, deeply expressive playing. Dona
Award-winning book “Algarve – A Culinary Journey” launched in Portugal
An award-winning book focusing on the people, recipes and traditions of southern Portugal, which has made waves across Europe, is now available in Portugal. “Algarve – A Culinary Journey”, released
Magic of Christmas fills Forum Algarve
Forum Algarve shopping centre in Faro has officially opened the festive season with the ‘Forum Algarve Xmas Experience’, a programme designed to celebrate Christmas through several festive-themed events and activities.
Bella Acapella under the spell of Christmas
What is Christmas without carols? The Bella Acapella Christmas Shows on December 5 and 6 will ensure the spirit of the season is truly alive in the Algarve. Singers have










