Countdown for Carnival celebrations
The Algarve’s traditional seasonal festivities kick off this weekend with satirical floats, flamboyant fancy dress and masquerade balls. The Algarve is gearing up to celebrate Carnival in style. From east
Lota Cool Market opens registration for 2025 edition
The organisation is looking for creative and innovative participants for the 10th edition of the Portimão event. The Lota Cool Market – “the coolest market in the south” – will
Lighthouse Portugal: Young people helping young people
Lighthouse, based in Portimão, promotes success in education It is very heart warming and uplifting when you meet young people who are really trying to make a difference. This was
Artificial intelligence debated in Portimão
Experts will debate the theme “Artificial Intelligence: A Tool for Improving Quality of Life?” at the Casa Manuel Teixeira Gomes on February 20. Portimão-based social, cultural and sports association Teia
Portimão hosts first Fusion Fest
Fusion Fest will feature BMX and skate competitions, live music, art exhibitions and much more Fusion Fest, a new event which combines culture, art, music and sports, will take place
Portimão mayor announces “big plans” for city, “brighter future”
“Neglected areas are a priority” – Álvaro Bila Álvaro Bila, Portimão mayor and Socialist Party (PS) candidate in the upcoming local elections, has shared his vision for the municipality,
Electric shuttle between Portimão and Lagoa
The project aims to reduce traffic congestion and promote sustainable urban mobility Portimão and Lagoa are due to be linked by a new electric shuttle service, revealed Portimão mayor Álvaro
Praia da Rocha: Long-awaited fortress revamp
Museum dedicated to fortress’s role in the 17th century After years of neglect, the Santa Catarina fortress in Praia da Rocha is finally due to undergo a much-needed revamp. The
Sevenair to resume Portimão-Bragança air link on February 19
Portimão-Bragança air link had been suspended since September 2024 After being suspended for months, the Portimão-Bragança air link will resume operations on Wednesday, February 19. “We will fly together again
Lighting revamp to limit traffic to one lane in Portimão’s Cardosas tunnel
Traffic will be limited in Portimão’s Cardosas tunnel between February 10 and 19 Drivers in Portimão are being warned about traffic limitations at one of the city’s busiest access points,