Lagos train station to become restaurant and art gallery
The old station will be part of a project featuring two new hotels located next to Lagos’ marina – October 25, 2023 | Text by Alexandra Stilwell According to local news website Algarve Marafado, Lagos’ old and obsolete train station will be transformed into a restaurant and art gallery. The property was sold to an investor with a rehabilitation project who “according to information obtained from Mayor Hugo Pereira, intends ‘to create...
Arade Wine Experience: Lagoa to celebrate World Wine Tourism Day with special event featuring local producers
A full day of local wine tastings – October 20, 2023 In celebration of World Wine Tourism Day, Lagoa will host a special event, the “Arade Wine Experience”, on Saturday, November 11. The event will take participants on a wine tour around the municipality, starting with a meet-up at Ferragudo’s Praça Rainha Dona Leonor at 9.30am. This will be followed at 10am by a tasting of wines from the Algarve Golden Terroir, the joint bid of...
Vila Vita to host Truffle Week & four-hand dinner with chefs Vincent Guimerà and João Viegas in honour of exotic ingredient
Atlântico restaurant to host a special dinner experience during ‘Truffle Week’ at Vila Vita Parc Resort – October 19, 2023 Chef João Viegas from Atlântico restaurant and visiting chef Vincent Guimerà from L’Antic Molí restaurant in Spain will join forces this October 29 for a special dinner. “An unmissable dining experience featuring the truffle, one of the most popular ingredients of all time will be the highlight of a week...
Developing a passion: Gerry Fagan, an important figure in Portugal’s tourism development for over 20 years
Leading property development companies for more than two decades, Gerry Fagan’s portfolio boasts internationally acclaimed luxury resorts and golf courses – October 16, 2023 | Text Maria Simiris Developing a passion: Leading property development companies for over 20 years, Gerry Fagan’s portfolio boasts internationally acclaimed luxury resorts and golf courses The story begins in 1999, when Gerry Fagan retires from the Campbell...
The sidewalks of Lagos are celebrated in a photo exhibition by American photographer Paul Gerace
The photographer is showcasing his work “Celebrating the Calçadas Portuguesas of Lagos” at the Mercearia Bio Café in Lagos – October 14, 2023 | Text Alexandra Stilwell Lagos-based photographer Paul Gerace is showcasing his collection of Portuguese calçada photography at the Mercearia Bio Café in Lagos until the end of November. The Celebrating the Calçadas Portuguesas of Lagos collection highlights the unique black and white...
Marie Patterson explores some local favourites and hidden gems not to be missed in Carvoeiro
A tourist at home – October 14, 2023 | Text Marie Patterson | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group As the holiday season starts to come to an end and the heat of the summer begins to die down, I decide to kick start a quiet Sunday indulging in a sumptuous treat for the taste buds by heading to Monte Carvoeiro for brunch. Already a renowned fine-dining restaurant, The Square by Raquel Marques has taken the concept of brunch to a...
One of the Algarve’s most popular beaches is in Lagos
Summer may be over, but everyone who knows the Algarve, knows the region’s beaches are still the perfect place to spend time and relax in the autumn – October 13, 2023 | Text Michael Bruxo The region is famous for its beautiful, golden beaches, but have you ever wondered which are the most popular on social media? Holidu, a search engine for holiday rentals, has attempted to answer this question by scanning Google Maps and social...
Inside visits a family-run steakhouse with a stunning view and delicious food
Vau Steakhouse is a cut above October 12, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group Be it for the sea view, the quality food or the intimate and comfortable atmosphere, there are plenty of reasons to visit Vau Steakhouse, right next to Portimão’s Vau beach. A true family business, where everyone helps in the most diverse areas, from the kitchen and customer service to the decoration. This restaurant is the...
3D fun for all ages: Portimão’s newest museum is the perfect place to let your imagination run wild
The 3D Fun Art Museum arrived in Portimão “not only to provide fun moments but to educate visitors” with fun facts and “classic works by famous artists and illustrators” with interactive experiences – October 12, 2023 | Text Beatriz Maio The 3D Fun Art Museum arrived in Portimão from Lisbon after being born on the island of Madeira. The idea and venture came from Ralf Hein, originally from Frankfurt, Germany,...
3rd edition of the Algarve Harp Festival returns to Lagoa and Monchique in November
The festival aims to promote not only the harp but its repertoire and performers as well – October 12, 2023 A rich programme will be presented by Danielle Riegel on Harp, Helena Madeira on Voice and Harp, Leonor Maia on Harp, and Francisco Barbosa on Flute at the festival taking place in Albufeira on November 10, Lagoa on November 25 and Monchique on November 26. The festival aims to promote not only the harp but its repertoire and...
