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70 beaches closed this season in Portugal

The summer season, which ended in mainland Portugal in October, recorded 70 bans on bathing on beaches from north to south, 58 of... In News, Portugal, Tourism, Environment - 20 Nov 2024, 14:02

New UK to Madeira flights launched

In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism, Madeira & Azores, United Kingdom - 20 Nov 2024, 11:02

New tourist tax approved

In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism, Porto & North - 19 Nov 2024, 15:02

The distinguished Douro Valley

In Portugal, Hidden Gems - 17 Nov 2024, 16:01

Why Hong Kong is ready to reclaim its city break crown

In Travel - 16 Nov 2024, 19:01

Autumnal ramble

In Portugal, Hidden Gems - 16 Nov 2024, 16:01

Wildlife Park

In Asia, World, Tourism - 16 Nov 2024, 15:31

Spotlight

Invest in Your Future: How Portugal Golden Visa Opens Doors in 2025

As we step into 2025, Portugal Golden Visa program remains a premier gateway for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens to achieve European... In Portugal, Property - 20 Nov 2024, 12:01

Nobel Algarve British International School welcomes new head teacher

The Portugal News spoke exclusively with Nobel Algarve British International School’s new headteacher, Ian Temple, who is... In Education - 15 Nov 2024, 12:31

Top Travel Experiences in Portugal for Tourists: Must-See Attractions and Hidden Gems

For years, Portugal has remained on the bucket list of travelers for reasons such as historical, cultural, and natural wonders.... In Portugal, Tourism, Travel, Hidden Gems - 15 Nov 2024, 12:01

A taste of ancient Portuguese sweets

Since 1837, Pastéis de Belém has been baking its iconic custard tarts using a “secret recipe” that dates back to the 19th... In Business, Food & Drink, Lisbon - 17 Nov 2024, 13:00

Are you a man over 45? Then celebrate blue November!

If the month of October is dedicated to breast health worldwide, November focuses on raising awareness about men’s... In Property - 15 Nov 2024, 10:01

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34th anniversary

It’s hard to believe, but on November 22, 2024, we’ll be celebrating 34 amazing years! In Tourism, Property, Algarve - 16 Nov 2024, 12:01

Bells Restored

For the first time since the devastating 2019 fire, the eight bells of Notre-Dame rang out... In Europe, World, Tourism, Community - 16 Nov 2024, 09:31

Azores whale watching tourism extended

In News, Portugal, Tourism, Madeira & Azores - 15 Nov 2024, 15:02

Algarve Tourism warns of underfunding

In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism - 15 Nov 2024, 14:02

Azores tourist numbers up 8.2%

In News, Portugal, Tourism, Madeira & Azores - 15 Nov 2024, 08:05

Tourism represents 20% of GDP

In News, Business, Portugal, Tourism - 14 Nov 2024, 17:05

More tourists expected for New Year in the Algarve

In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism, Algarve - 13 Nov 2024, 20:02

Airbnb welcomes new holiday accommodation (AL) rules

In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism - 13 Nov 2024, 13:02

Portugal and Spain want to eliminate borders to promote tourism

In News, Portugal, Tourism - 13 Nov 2024, 10:02

Exclusives

UK staycations just don't cut the mustard

There are people in Spain who decided that they're a bit fed up with tourists. In Opinion - 20 Nov 2024, 15:01

WebSummit 2024: Braga wins the European Rising City Award

On 13 November, Braga won the European Rising City Award, and Ricardo Rio, the mayor of... In News, Portugal, Business, Porto & North

Portugal a Prime Investment Hub for Singapore’s Sovereign Wealth Funds

This week, the Jornal de Negócios highlighted Portugal's growing status as a hub of... In Business

Portugal’s Startup Scene Soars with 16% Growth, Fueling Innovation and Exports

In Business

The distinguished Douro Valley

In Portugal, Hidden Gems

When is the best time to book my 2025 holiday?

The days of last-minute deals could be a thing of the past. In Travel - 10 Nov 2024, 19:01

Facial Recognition

An automated biometric identification system using facial recognition technology will be... In Asia, World, Tourism, Travel - 09 Nov 2024, 19:31

Powered Lift

In North America, World, Travel - 09 Nov 2024, 16:31

Suspension Bridge

In Europe, World, Tourism, Travel - 02 Nov 2024, 13:31

Europe’s most authentic Christmas markets

In Travel - 01 Nov 2024, 19:01

Phuket reclaiming its spiritual appeal

In Tourism, Travel - 26 Oct 2024, 18:01

Warm up winter blues exploring the islands of Hawai’i

In Travel - 12 Oct 2024, 18:01

Transportation Changes

In Asia, World, Travel - 12 Oct 2024, 17:31

Baggage Fees

In United Kingdom, World, Travel - 12 Oct 2024, 08:31

Editor's Choice

Where is it most expensive to buy a house in Portugal?

In News, Portugal, Property - 20 Nov 2024, 19:05

WebSummit 2024: Braga wins the European Rising City Award

In News, Portugal, Business, Porto & North - 19 Nov 2024, 14:02

Could floods occur in Portugal as in Spain?

In News, Portugal - 18 Nov 2024, 18:05

WebSummit 2024: The impact of social media on an actors life

In News, Portugal, Business, Entertainment - 15 Nov 2024, 17:05

Picturesque Portuguese villages

Rural Portugal's rurality is being more widely recognised, with visitors and locals trying to escape to locations where silence... In Tourism, Hidden Gems - 02 Nov 2024, 16:00

Stay high in these Portuguese towers

Portugal is home to marvellous towers for military, religious, and even academic purposes.... In Hidden Gems, Portugal - 12 Oct 2024, 16:01

Five iconic Portuguese squares

In Hidden Gems, Portugal - 11 Aug 2024, 15:01

All aboard to experience the best of Algarve

In Hidden Gems, Travel, Algarve - 27 Jul 2024, 15:02

The best getaways with pools to experience this summer

In News, Portugal, Tourism, Hidden Gems - 21 Jul 2024, 16:10

Dive in at Portuguese inland beaches

In Hidden Gems, Portugal, Travel - 20 Jul 2024, 15:01

A glimpse into the past

In Hidden Gems, Lifestyle - 08 Jul 2024, 18:01

Amália’s hidden haven

In Hidden Gems, Lifestyle - 02 Jun 2024, 16:02

Story Studio Sortelha - Merging history with modernity

In Hidden Gems, Portugal, Travel, Central - 19 May 2024, 10:01

Algarve beaches out of season

Known for its fantastic golden sandy beaches, the Algarve is a great choice at every time of the year. Let’s find out... In Portugal, Lifestyle, Algarve, Tourism, Beach of the week, Hidden Gems - 04 Apr 2023, 19:01

Life’s a beach

Take you pick from incredible beaches in the Algarve, perfect at any time of the year. In Algarve, Beach of the week, Hidden Gems - 09 Apr 2022, 18:02

Discover 5 river beaches in Portugal

In Beach of the week, Hidden Gems, Travel - 06 Apr 2022, 10:11

The great railway journey

In Travel, Hidden Gems, Beach of the week - 03 Mar 2022, 19:06

Praia do Telheiro

In Tourism, Beach of the week - 23 Jul 2021, 00:00

Boelhe Beach

In Porto & North, Tourism, Beach of the week - 11 Jun 2021, 00:00

Praia de Odeceixe

In Tourism, Beach of the week - 28 May 2021, 00:00

Praia do Monte Clérigo

In Tourism, Beach of the week - 14 May 2021, 00:00

Praia de Alvor

In Tourism, Beach of the week, Algarve, Sport - 30 Apr 2021, 00:00

Algarve aiming to be international diving destination

The Algarve is determined to position itself as a “top diving destination” at an... In News, Portugal, Tourism, Algarve - 12 Nov 2024, 21:02

Tourism is expected to grow 9% in 2025

Portugal is expected to close the year 2024 with 27 billion euros in tourist revenue and... In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism - 12 Nov 2024, 09:02

More areas suspending holiday rental (AL) licenses

Sintra, Viana do Castelo and Vila Nova de Gaia have already frozen registration of new... In News, Business, Portugal, Tourism - 11 Nov 2024, 20:02

90% of Algarve immigrant workforce in tourism from Brazil, India and Nepal

Half of the immigrant workers working in tourism in the Algarve are Brazilian and come to... In News, Portugal, Business, Tourism, World, Algarve - 11 Nov 2024, 19:05

Warning about lack of winter flights

The Pico Airport Group (GAPix) has warned today about a lack of flights and has announced... In News, Portugal, Tourism, Madeira & Azores, Business - 11 Nov 2024, 15:02

Madeira wins bronze in the UK

Madeira has been awarded a bronze medal in the 23rd edition of the Wanderlust Reader... In News, Portugal, Tourism, Madeira & Azores - 10 Nov 2024, 20:02