Portugal must strike “balance between tourism and residents’ quality of life”
Tourism may be one of Portugal’s greatest success stories and livelihoods – but it mustn’t come at the expense of the people who actually live here. This was the message
Algarve promotes year-round tourism at major French fair
The Algarve is stepping onto the international stage this week as it takes part in IFTM Top Resa, the largest professional tourism fair in France, held from this Tuesday to
Algarve looks to UK to grow nautical tourism
Tourism officials from the Algarve are heading to the United Kingdom this week to showcase the region’s growing nautical tourism offer at the 56th edition of the Southampton International Boat
Tourist train crash leaves 14 injured in Tavira
Fourteen people were injured today (September 16) after two tourist trains collided on the route between Pedras d’El Rei and Barril beach in Tavira, Algarve. According to Correio da Manhã
Portugal’s airport passenger numbers climb to 42 million
Passenger traffic at Portuguese airports grew by 4.9% from January to July, compared to the same period last year, according to data released today by INE statistics institute. According to
Tourism pushes Algarve’s recycling system to the limit
The Algarve is recycling more than ever, smashing national targets, but the region’s success hides a problem: the strain posed by tourism. According to the Sociedade Ponto Verde (SPV), a
Algarve remains Portugal’s top tourist destination in July
The Algarve has yet again confirmed its status as the country’s premier holiday destination, both for Portuguese travellers and international visitors, according to the latest data released by Portugal’s National
Portugal comes together to help fire-ravaged communities
Portugal is taking urgent action to help those whose lives have been turned upside down by the horrific wildfires that raged across the North and Centre this month. A new
Algarve wineries open doors for immersive harvest experiences
As the grape harvest gets underway in the Algarve, several regional wineries are opening their doors to wine enthusiasts and curious visitors to share the magic of this centuries-old tradition
“Algarve just for you”: Tourism board launches campaign focused on shoulder season
The Algarve Tourism Board will kick off a new multimedia campaign tomorrow, August 15, targeting Portuguese and Spanish audiences, especially in Andalusia. This campaign aims to position the region as an ideal holiday destination during the shoulder