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The Portugal-California Connection

The big red bridge, the dramatic coastlines, and even the dry, sun-baked mountains alongside the road, California and Portugal... In Portugal - 24 Oct 2026, 19:31

An inspired afternoon tea

In Food & Drink - 24 Oct 2026, 19:01

Beach of the Week: Praia de Nossa Senhora da Rocha, Porches

In Beach of the week - 24 Oct 2026, 17:01

Algarve to redevelop neighbourhood in Faro

In News - 24 Oct 2026, 11:03

€2 million investment in sand replenishment in Madeira

In News - 24 Oct 2026, 09:03

Halloween in Portugal

In Portugal - 24 Oct 2026, 08:01

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Sunset in Óbidos

As the afternoon sun begins to dip below the horizon, the medieval walled town of Óbidos transforms into something genuinely... In Portugal, Tourism, Travel - 23 Oct 2026, 19:15

Moving to Portugal Show returns to Edinburgh with expert advice for Scots planning a new life abroad

The Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK will return to Edinburgh on Thursday 12... In Portugal - 23 Oct 2026, 12:48

9 Changes to Portugal's Golden Visa Citizenship Timeline Explained

In Portugal - 22 Oct 2026, 10:34

Rarely seen creatures

In Portugal - 19 Oct 2026, 09:01

Stones That Defy Time: Henrique Agostinho on Portugal’s Megalithic Mysteries

In Portugal - 17 Oct 2026, 19:31


First left after the waterfall

In Portugal - 17 Oct 2026, 12:01



Portugal’s success story: Marco Galinha

In Portugal - 14 Oct 2026, 19:31

Algarve

Alvor’s Zona Ribeirinha

I always enjoy coming to this part of Alvor, where the village opens onto the Ria de Alvor.  In Algarve, Tourism, Travel - 23 Oct 2026, 13:31

The Yard: Bringing people together in Vale do Lobo

From live sports and family entertainment to seasonal celebrations, The Yard is creating... In Algarve - 23 Oct 2026, 09:01

Portugal Weekend Weather (23 October): What can we expect this weekend?

In News - 23 Oct 2026, 08:01

Portugal Weather Today (22 October): A mixed forecast across the country

In News - 22 Oct 2026, 08:01

A morning walk along Alvor’s boardwalk

In Algarve - 21 Oct 2026, 13:31


Portugal Weather Today (21 October): Autumn has finally arrived

In News - 21 Oct 2026, 08:01


Pink October brings colour to Portimão

In Algarve - 20 Oct 2026, 13:31


Algarve speed camera among Portugal’s busiest

In News - 20 Oct 2026, 11:03

Editor's Choice

Encampments in support of housing continue in Portugal

In News, Housing - 22 Oct 2026, 14:34

Algarve ranks second best place for retirement

In News - 02 Sep 2026, 16:03

Portugal bans cash payments above €3,000

In News - 24 Aug 2026, 19:03

Driving after 70 in Portugal: What are the rules?

In News - 24 Aug 2026, 18:03

Lisbon

Portuguese students demonstrate and block schools in Lisbon

Hundreds of students are blocking two secondary schools in Lisbon to demand better education, but also to protest the rising cost... In News - 23 Oct 2026, 10:49

The House of Lions in Lisbon

Just a short walk away from the bustling Praça do Comércio, you can find a truly unique... In Lisbon - 22 Oct 2026, 19:15

The Art Gala for Animals!

In Community - 22 Oct 2026, 17:31

Aeroplanes rerouted in Lisbon to reduce noise for 35,000 inhabitants

In News - 22 Oct 2026, 14:03

Lisbon’s Green Street

In Lisbon - 21 Oct 2026, 19:15

CP and Lisbon Metro to be on strike simultaneously

In News - 21 Oct 2026, 16:09


Lisbon approves suspension of shared scooters

In News - 21 Oct 2026, 16:01


The Statue of Luis at night in Lisbon

In Lisbon - 20 Oct 2026, 19:15


Portugal Weather Today (20 October): A cloudy day across Portugal

In News - 20 Oct 2026, 08:01

Porto & North

A favourite view of the Douro

Peso da Régua and the Douro Valley are among my favourite places in Portugal.  In Porto & North - 22 Oct 2026, 13:31

River tourism exceeds 1.1 million passengers in Portugal

Passenger numbers have risen in 2026, with cruises around Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia and... In News, Tourism, Porto & North - 19 Oct 2026, 15:33

Portugal Weekend Weather (19 October): A very different start to the week

In News - 19 Oct 2026, 08:01

Portugal This Week: News, Business, Travel Updates & Top Stories

In News - 18 Oct 2026, 17:33

Portugal has Europe’s two Friendliest Cities

In News, Tourism, Travel - 16 Oct 2026, 18:03


Portugal Weekend Weather (15 October): Rain showers expected this weekend?

In News - 16 Oct 2026, 08:01


Queer Porto Film Festival returns in November

In News, Arts & Culture - 15 Oct 2026, 11:33


Portugal Weather Today (15 October): Warm, sunny, with northern cloud cover

In News - 15 Oct 2026, 08:01

Alentejo

Weekend weather forecast

Sunny spells continue In News - 13 Oct 2026, 14:03

Barack Obama makes a private visit to Portugal

On Sunday, former U.S. President Barack Obama visited the Costa Terra Golf & Ocean... In News, North America, Alentejo - 12 Oct 2026, 18:33

Weekend weather forecast

In News - 07 Oct 2026, 14:03

Alentejo Walking Festival offers 50 organised walks

In News, Alentejo - 04 Oct 2026, 10:03

Portugal Weekend Weather (2 October): What can we expect this weekend?

In News - 02 Oct 2026, 08:01


IPMA raises the number of districts under a yellow rain warning to 12

In News - 29 Sep 2026, 12:33


Fire in Alentejo in resolution phase

In News - 25 Sep 2026, 08:33


The Alentejo is becoming more attractive as a place to live

In News, Housing, Alentejo - 21 Sep 2026, 13:03

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Fire in Coimbra

At 7:42 pm, a fire broke out in Coimbra by the Mata Nacional do Choupal.  In News - 13 Oct 2026, 19:18

The Bridge to our history in Portugal

Spanning the crystal-clear waters of the Ribeira da Isna deep within the rugged interior... In Central - 10 Oct 2026, 13:45

Portugal This Week: Breaking News, Travel Updates & Top Stories

In News - 20 Sep 2026, 18:31

Weekend weather forecast

In News - 16 Sep 2026, 14:03

Águeda’s famous umbrella streets

In Portugal - 08 Sep 2026, 19:01


Weekend weather forecast

In News - 08 Sep 2026, 14:03


Weekend weather forecast

In News - 02 Sep 2026, 14:03


Weekend weather forecast

In News - 25 Aug 2026, 14:03

Madeira & Azores

Lufthansa to expand Portugal and archipelago flights

The Lufthansa Group will expand its flight network for summer 2027, with Porto and Funchal among the destinations set to benefit... In News, Madeira & Azores - 22 Oct 2026, 16:03

Ryanair marks 3-million-passenger milestone at Madeira Airport

Ryanair has announced that it has now passed the three-million-passenger mark at Madeira... In News, Madeira & Azores - 22 Oct 2026, 12:33

Azores islands affected by consecutive earthquakes

In News - 21 Oct 2026, 11:33

Portugal archipelago pensioner population

In News - 18 Oct 2026, 09:03


Portugal archipelago expedition studies marine ecosystems

In News, Environment - 15 Oct 2026, 07:03


Madeira skater wins world bronze for Portugal

In News, Sport - 14 Oct 2026, 13:03


The Azores in the Center of the New Digital Atlantic

In Business - 11 Oct 2026, 07:01

Other Portugal Articles

Lisbon named Europe’s leading city destination

The Portuguese capital secured two European tourism awards in Montenegro, recognising its... In News, Travel, Tourism - 19 Oct 2026, 19:03

Sunshine returns to Portimão after Sunday's storm

After yesterday’s storm brought rain and thunderstorms to the Algarve, today the sun is... In Algarve - 19 Oct 2026, 17:31

Lisbon mayor wants to suspend shared electric scooters

Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has announced his intention to seek the immediate suspension of... In News - 19 Oct 2026, 13:03

From the Algarve to Dubai: Exploring Different Styles of Luxury Coastal Travel

Talk to anybody who has done a few summers in Lagos or Carvoeiro and the ideal boat day... In Travel - 19 Oct 2026, 10:59

A different kind of luxury in Albufeira

W Algarve is part of W Hotels, a luxury lifestyle brand within Marriott International. The... In Travel - 18 Oct 2026, 19:01

Café of the week: Georgina Café

Specialty coffee & brunch In Food & Drink - 18 Oct 2026, 15:01

75 days left in 2026… and we're making the most of every sunny day in the Algarve

In Algarve - 17 Oct 2026, 13:34

Lisbon Metro workers announce two strikes

In News, Travel - 16 Oct 2026, 18:33

Property of the Week: Elegant Countryside Living in Monte Canelas

In Housing - 16 Oct 2026, 17:08

October in the Algarve Looks Like This

In Algarve - 16 Oct 2026, 16:31

Small Car. Huge Crowd. Portugal Meets ÉLAN

In Business - 16 Oct 2026, 07:31

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