Residents fight ‘ridiculous’ law
By INÊS LOPES news@algarveresident.com A group of property owners from Ericeira, north of Lisbon, is contesting an ancient law concerning waterfront properties which threatens to transfer their ownership to the
Algarve wins tourism ‘Oscars’
Algarve had an unforgettable night at this year’s World Travel Awards ceremony in Antalya, Turkey, where it gained five European awards. Besides being recognised as Europe’s leading beach destination, the
Awning Specialists
Providing a range of solutions for sun, wind and rain, and with 25 years experience, Toldolanda can say with conviction that they are specialists in their field. An awning is
British tourists in bizarre ‘drowning’ drama
A tale of worry and despair ended on a happy if somewhat bizarre note after two British tourists were believed to have drowned but suddenly arrived by taxi at a
Charity Golf event raises €3,300
A charity golf tournament organised by Brian and Terri Randall took place on August 30 at Silves International Clube de Golfe. Entitled the Rhiannon Trophy, the day was a huge
Extending summer season
The Algarve Tourism Board is trying to break the region’s seasonality by extending its summer events programme throughout September. With the goal of keeping tourists and local residents busy after
Firefighter death toll hits seven
A 51-year-old firefighter died today after sustaining serious burns while battling flames in Valença,in the northern Minho region, on August 29. The firefighter, Fernando Reis, was under the care of
Four up!
Portimonense returned to form last Sunday afternoon as a defensively weak Atlético team from Lisbon were put to the sword in the municipal stadium. A number of spectators were still
Play within yourself
By Graham Stewart I am sure you have heard people saying ‘swing easy’, ‘keep your balance’, ‘don’t knock the cover off the ball’… That’s all good information and things that