Casas do Barlavento unveils new office in prime Lagos location
With a fresh identity and expanded digital platforms, the real estate firm reinforces its position in the Western Algarve market – April 25, 2025 | Photos Casas do Barlavento Real estate company Casas do Barlavento recently opened a new office overlooking Lagos Marina, one of the city’s prime location, bringing a “renewed energy” to the company. In the Western Algarve property market, Casas do Barlavento has built a strong reputation...
Lagos to host the first TEDx event in the Algarve
TEDxPraça Gil Eanes set for this May – April 24, 2025 The Algarve region will host its first-ever TEDx conference this May. Under the theme “Co-Creating a Limitless Future”, the event promises to deliver an “unforgettable TEDx experience”, uniting some of the most inspiring Portuguese and international voices who will share transformative ideas aligned with the theme. Attendees can expect an inspiring lineup of speakers covering a...
A new €60 million luxury resort in Meia Praia is set to open in 2027
New luxury resort in Lagos – April 21, 2025 | Text Michael Bruxo ©Carlos Afonso/CM Lagos Sonae Sierra and PGIM Real Estate are investing over €60 million in a new luxury resort in Meia Praia, Lagos, scheduled to open in 2027. This is the second “strategic investment” of the joint venture between Sierra, the real estate arm of the Sonae group, and international property manager PGIM Real Estate, after the acquisition, in April, of...
Marina de Lagos Art Academy invites artists to join the Mermaid-themed competition, exhibition to be held later in September
Children are also invited to participate, with submissions open until May 31 – April 21, 2025 Marina de Lagos Art Academy, Photo Marina de Lagos Art Academy The Marina de Lagos Art Academy will host its annual cultural event promoting art in its various forms – painting, sculpture, music, and fashion – on September 13 at Lagos Marina. This year’s event will not only showcase the works of participating artists but also welcome...
Lagos unveils platform to promote local culture
The new platform is designed to bring together the best of Lagos’ cultural offer – April 16, 2025 Lagos 2019, Photo Bruno Filipe Pires/Open Media Group Lagos City Council has announced the municipality’s new cultural brand – Lagos Vive Cultura (Lagos Living Culture). Designed to bring together the best of Lagos’ cultural offer, you can follow the Lagos Vive Cultura Facebook and Instagram pages to keep up with the municipality’s...
Lagos Discoveries Festival returns this April with new theme
From Lagos to Japan: The 12th Discoveries Festival celebrates Lagos’ pivotal role in the Portuguese Age of Discovery – April 15, 2025 From April 30 to May 4, Lagos will once again celebrate its rich maritime heritage with the 12th edition of Festival dos Descobrimentos (Discoveries Festival). This year’s theme, “The Great Adventure: From Lagos to Japan,” highlights Portugal’s voyages across uncharted waters, connecting Europe to the...
Baptista Supermarket is now run by a new family member
A breath of fresh air – April 11, 2025 | Inside Promotion Established as a family-run business in 1999, the management of Baptista Supermarket has been passed down from generation to generation, and this year marks a new transition. With a degree in Political Science from ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon and a degree in Project Management from ILX in England, Beatriz Batista has taken over leadership at the Luz supermarket. With...
The evolving journey of the Cadela Carlota animal shelter
A sanctuary of hope – April 11, 2025 | Text Jonathan Mills | Photos Bob Balm Since 2008, Cadela Carlota has been a refuge for abandoned dogs and cats in Lagos. “Our mission is to provide safety, care, and love to animals that have been mistreated, neglected, or left behind. Some animals find forever homes, whilst others, due to age or illness, remain in our care for life,” explains Ruth Gomes, president of the Cadela Carlota animal...
Verão Azul Festival returns this April with a bold and diverse programme for art and music lovers
Taking place in Loulé, Lagos, and Faro, the festival’s 12th edition aims to provoke and inspire – March 31, 2025 | Text Beatriz Maio Rafael Toral – Credits Vera Marmelo The Verão Azul Festival is back to the Algarve for another edition full of talent. This year, between April 10-19, the festival is bringing back an eclectic mix of performing arts, music, film, and immersive experiences, transforming multiple cities into...
Rally Casinos do Algarve returns this March!
Lagoa, Lagos, Portimão, and Silves set the stage for motorsports fans looking for exciting action – March 21, 2025 Photo António Bettencourt Rally Casinos do Algarve is back for its 53rd edition, promising a thrilling event on March 27-29 in the towns of Lagoa, Lagos, Portimão, and Silves. Organised by the Algarve Auto Club (Clube Automóvel do Algarve) and the Portuguese Auto and Karting Federation, this renowned rally promises to...
