Condé Nast’s readers award Vila Vita Parc as one of the best resorts in Europe
As voted by readers, Vila Vita Parc ranked in both the UK and US lists for Best Resort in Europe – October 15, 2024 The renowned travel publications Condé Nast Traveller UK and Condé Nast Traveler US have announced their Readers’ Choice Awards 2024, with the Algarve’s Vila Vita Parc, located in Porches, Lagoa, receiving two prestigious rankings. The five-star resort was awarded 8th place by Condé Nast Traveller UK and 21st place...
Inside explores the Algarve’s breathtaking natural views, from Silves to the Benagil Caves
Powered by the sun: The Algarve Sunboat is eco-friendly, sustainable, and fun – September 9, 2024 | Text & Photos Eric Roth Sunboat on the Arade Picture yourself in a boat on a river, with orange trees, and deep blue skies. Your vessel, called the Sunboat, is solar-powered. What better place than the Algarve, with her dazzling sun, could spawn such a boat? As you silently glide past pristine green countryside, you and your fellow...
Marie Patterson explores some local favourites and hidden gems not to be missed in Carvoeiro and Portimão
A tourist at home – December 11, 2023 | Text Marie Patterson | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group With winter around the corner, on this occasion I decide to embrace some local charms which are a little more suitable to the current time of year. My Sunday adventure began at the heart-pounding labyrinth of mystery known as Escape Carvoeiro – an escape room that promised, and delivered, an immersive experience that sparked both...
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...
Grab your Tapas! Algarve’s Rota do Petisco begins this Friday!
176 establishments across the Algarve will participate in the event until October 15 – September 14, 2023 Rota do Petisco (Tapas Route), one of the most popular gastronomic events in the Algarve, is back. To participate in this exciting event, participants must purchase the event’s passport – which costs €1.50 and also serves as a guide –, and explore the 176 participating establishments’ tapas across the region, from Aljezur,...
