Vila Real de Santo António seals Olympic partnership
VRSA aims to “continue being capital of sports and champions” Vila Real de Santo António Council and the Olympic Committee of Portugal have signed a protocol in which they vow to work
Sensory room “a dream come true”
Almancil International Rotary Club supports local special needs children A dream came true for staff and special needs pupils at a school in Almancil – E.B. Cónego Dr Clementino de
Boavista to host first Martin Date Memorial Cup
The Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK will host its annual golf tournament at Boavista Golf & Spa Resort in Lagos on July 14, marking the first edition of
GNR agent injured trying to stop fleeing driver in Lagoa
A GNR agent suffered minor injuries to his hand after trying to stop a driver who was fleeing from the scene of an accident he caused in Lagoa. The accident
Cristiano Ronaldo is coming to the Algarve in July!
Al-Nassr choose Algarve for training camp Al-Nassr, the Saudi-Arabian club made famous for the signing of Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in December 2022, will be carrying out a pre-season training
Lagoa celebrates another successful Wine Show
Over 6,000 wine tastings took place Lagoa Council has hailed another sucessful edition of the town’s Wine Show, which took place between June 7 and 10 and attracted thousands of
Healthcare in Portugal – the views of two doctors
To better explain what a foreigner seeking healthcare in Portugal can expect, the Resident spoke with two doctors practising in the Algarve. Healthcare systems differ from country to country, which
Algarve Reef project gains new momentum
Two years after it was proposed, the creation of the Natural Marine Park of the Algarve Reef – Pedra do Valado has gained new momentum. Visiting the Algarve last week,
Will Carvoeiro algae wash away in time for Black & White party?
Local council admits solution is “temporary” Lagoa Council is in a race against time to remove a huge amount of seaweed from Carvoeiro beach before the town’s famous Black &
Lagos eyes sustainable cruise ships
Lagos is looking to attract more sustainable cruise ships after a stopover by the French luxury cruise ship Le Champlain last month. Measuring 131mx18m and owned by French cruise ship