Portimão is gearing up to welcome the Christmas Season
Santa Claus, street parades, Christmas lights, and even a natural ice rink! – November 22, 2024 Portimão is preparing to host its annual Christmas event, ‘A Christmas Dream’, which will start on November 29 and run until January 6. The festivities will begin with the arrival of Santa Claus at Praça 1º de Maio (the square in front of the town hall) on Friday, November 29, at 4.30pm. Afterwards, the city’s Christmas lights will be...
Portimão celebrates 100th anniversary with gastronomical itinerary ‘100 Years 100 Flavours’
Until November 10, you can explore Portimão’s iconic flavours with a curated guide to over 100 participating establishments – October 22, 2024 In celebration of its 100th anniversary, Portimão municipality is organising ‘100 Years 100 Flavours’, a gastronomical itinerary that invites locals and visitors to explore the municipality’s iconic culinary heritage. Running until November 10, the event offers a variety of fun and tasty...
Founder of Algarve Racetrack Paulo Pinheiro honoured with Medal of Tourism Merit by Portuguese government
A “visionary figure” who left a “profound legacy in the Algarve region by turning AIA into one of the most important circuits in the world” – October 2, 2024 The Portuguese government has posthumously awarded a Medal of Tourism Merit to Paulo Pinheiro, founder of the Algarve International Racetrack (AIA). A statement from the Regional Development Commission of the Algarve (CCDR Algarve) praises the work of...
NUMA Restaurant in Portimão will host a unique culinary event this October
A six-course gourmet menu will bring Austrian and Portuguese flavours together – September 30, 2024 From left to right: Nuno Martins (NUMA), João Mourato (Quinta do Quetzal), Michael A. Müller and Andreas Zika (Kliemstein) On October 2, a unique culinary event will be held at NUMA restaurant in Portimão, which was listed among Michelin’s recommended restaurants this year. ‘Austria meets Portugal’ will unite four distinguished...
Exploring the best of our coastline
A tourist at home – September 13, 2024 | Text Marie Patterson | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group As the hustle and bustle of the summer crowds start to disappear but the good weather remains, we decided on this occasion to spend a day at sea. We got the whole family together to hire a private charter from Portiate at Portimão Marina, and embarked on a stunning sunset cruise, setting off at 2.30pm and returning at...
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...
Ostraria D’Alvor serves Algarve coastal delights in a family atmosphere
Discover the flavours of the sea – September 9, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio Located opposite the Municipal Market, the concept behind Ostraria D’Alvor is an original idea that brings fresh produce to the table, enchanting guests with its fresh, authentic Algarve cuisine. The restaurant, a brainchild of businesswoman Patrícia Jacinto and her husband João Águas, opened in May 2023 and offers a cosy, family-like atmosphere where guests can...
Algarve nature trails: Explore the region’s heritage with incredible landscapes and adrenaline-fuelled rides
An adventure along the coast – September 3, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio The Mountain Bike Adventure Along the Western Algarve, there are plenty of spectacular cycling routes, suitable for both beginners and seasoned riders. Marrying physical activity with the stunning views of southern Portugal’s coast, these trails offer the perfect combination for a healthy and enjoyable outing. Around Lagos, there are several dirt roads and...
Inside explores Portimão’s emerging role as an artistic hub
Art Port: Four unique galleries are leading the way to transform Portimão into a cultural hub – September 3, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio The city of Portimão has often been at the forefront of the Algarve’s cultural expansion, thanks to its rich history and vibrant community. Four remarkable galleries are leading the charge to elevate the city into an artistic hub, each bringing a unique flair and a fresh wave of creativity to Portimão...
Natural healing: Sara Therapy brings wellness and inner peace through Reiki
Whether it is to sleep better, reduce anxiety, overcome addictions, or simply relieve the stress of everyday life, Reiki offers a solution for everyone – September 2, 2024 | Inside Promotion | Photos Charlotte Cockayne/Open Media Group Over a decade ago, Sara Sargaço’s life took an unexpected turn when Reiki, the “intelligent universal energy that organises and restores balance”, found her. Initially unfamiliar with this ancient...
