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,
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
EDGA to launch “You Can” campaign to empower golfers with disability
EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association) is unveiling its new campaign, “You Can”, at this week’s EDGA Annual Assembly and Workshops in Portugal. “You Can” seeks to encourage new golfers with a disability through
Algarve hotels report more Christmas and New Year bookings than in 2024
Hotels in the Algarve are reporting stronger bookings for the Christmas and New Year period compared with last year. Speaking to Lusa news agency, André Gomes, president of regional tourism
Police investigate fire at Lagos beach restaurant
An investigation has been launched into the causes of a fire which broke out at the Bar Berlim beach restaurant in Meia Praia, Lagos on Sunday night (November 16). The
Faro Airport announces full-scale emergency exercise
Faro Airport will carry out a full-scale emergency drill on Tuesday (November 18), running from 11.30am to 3pm. The exercise will not affect normal airport operations, but drivers should expect