Jazz, pop and a virtuoso

The New Orleans Jazz Band, which never fails to thrill an audience, has teamed up with Kate Bruntnell, one of Wales’s most versatile and accomplished singers, and Bob Pitcher, former

August 30, 2006by Portugal ResidentIn

Step back in time

This weekend, do not miss the Medieval Days festival, taking place in Castro Marim! Held inside the castle walls, there will be a great deal of theatrics to keep everyone

August 23, 2006by Portugal ResidentIn

Add a backpack to your shopping list

THE FIRST annual Backpack Drive for Schoolchildren in Need started off well and appeal organisers, David and Celia Mossman, are delighted with the response. However, many more backpacks are still needed. The initiative aims

August 23, 2006by Portugal ResidentIn

Baby seal found on beach

A THREE-month-old harp seal surprised bathers last Monday, when it was found on the shores of Barranco beach in Vila do Bispo. The exhausted animal, which was covered in parasites,

August 23, 2006by Portugal ResidentIn

Tourists holiday in luxury

The Algarve is once again bustling with tourists from all over the world this summer. Many return year after year because of the quality of accommodation, food and beaches. The

August 23, 2006by Portugal ResidentIn