‘Algarve by Car’: New brand aims to put tourists in the driver’s seat
The Algarve Rent-a-Car Association (ARA) has launched a new brand, Algarve by Car, aimed at promoting the region’s car-rental sector as one of the best ways to explore and discover
Algarve kicks off big push to become “Smart Tourism” region
The Algarve has launched a major new effort to modernise the way the region plans, manages and lives with tourism. The SmartVITATUR project, led by the University of the Algarve,
Algarve promotes business and hiking tourism abroad
The Algarve Tourism Association (ATA) is entering November with a packed agenda of national and international events aimed at promoting the region across key markets. From London to Dubai, the
Hoteliers express ‘deep concern’ over continued ‘chaos’ at Lisbon airport
Portugal’s association of hoteliers, AHP, has had enough of standing by as authorities fail to cope with the new European Entry/ Exit system (EES) at Lisbon airport (the problem is
Portugal named Europe’s Leading Destination at 2025 World Travel Awards
Portugal has once again taken centre stage on the global tourism scene, being crowned Europe’s Leading Destination 2025 at the World Travel Awards, often described as the “Oscars of Tourism.”
Algarve “star of 2025 summer”
The Algarve has once again proven why it’s the heartbeat of Portuguese tourism, recording the highest hotel occupancy rates and room prices in the country this summer. According to the
World’s luxury travel elite to meet in Algarve in 2026
The Algarve has been chosen to host one of the five annual editions of Journeys, a leading international event for luxury travel professionals and high-end tourism. The announcement was made
Algarve hosts major tourism industry events
The Algarve is preparing to host two high-profile international events this month, each bringing influential buyers and decision-makers to the southern Portuguese region. Supported by regional tourism board Turismo do
Algarve tops Portugal’s holiday charts in August
The Algarve once again stood out as Portugal’s top holiday destination in August, accounting for 30.3% of all overnight stays in the country, according to data released by the National
Algarve’s tourism icons awarded medals
The Algarve rolled out the red carpet on Saturday (September 27) in honour of those who have helped the region’s tourism sector reach new heights. The celebration, held at the