Portugal Tourism News
Portugal axed from UK travel green list
Portugal has been removed from the UK safe travel list in a move the government said would safeguard public health against variants of concern and protect the Covid-19 vaccine rollout.
Lisbon welcomes back British travellers with open arms
One of the top travel destinations and already a popular city escape known for its World Heritage architecture, history, mouth-watering cuisine and shopping, Lisbon is also home to golden Atlantic beaches.
Portugal sees spike in flight bookings following England travel approval
Portugal has seen a spike in demand for travel following its inclusion on the ‘green’ list of safe destinations by the government in England on Friday.
Algarve tourism officials welcome England reopening
João Fernandes, president of Algarve Tourism, said: “We are obviously delighted with the news that Portugal will be on the green list, and are very ready to welcome British visitors to the Algarve.”
FCDO updates travel advice for limited number of destinations
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has updated its travel advice for a number of destinations, potentially clearing the way for the restart of travel.
Breaking Travel News interview: Silvana Pombo, general manager, Cascade Wellness Resort
Located in the historic city of Lagos, Cascade Wellness Resort enjoys a breath-taking cliff-top setting with unrivalled ocean views. Here Silvana Pombo, general manager of the property, outlines her approach to tackling the challenges of the past year
Qatar leads new additions to England red list
Travellers from Ethiopia, Oman, Somalia and Qatar have been banned from entering England in an attempt to slow the spread of new variants of Covid-19.
Wyndham Grand Algarve reopens in Portugal
The Wyndham Grand Algarve will relaunch this spring having undergone a complete €5 million transformation in Quinta do Lago, the most exclusive and sought-after location in Portugal.
VisitPortugal launches new sustainability challenge
VisitPortugal has launched an inspiring message to travellers from the United Kingdom in the form of a YouTube video which calls for a focus on responsible and sustainable tourism in 2021.
Breaking Travel News interview: Apolónia Rodrigues, president, Dark Sky Association
Dark Sky Alqueva allows guests to stare deep into the cosmos and has been recognised as a global hospitality leader by the World Travel Awards. Here Breaking Travel News chats with Apolónia Rodrigues, president of the Dark Sky Association, to find out more about the project
Breaking Travel News interview: Luis Capdeville Botelho, chief executive, Azores Tourism Association
With the Azores recognised as a top destination for adventure travel by the World Travel Awards, Breaking Travel News here chats with local tourism chief, Luis Capdeville Botelho, about the prestigious honour
Portugal prepares to open 516 Arouca suspension bridge
Authorities in Portugal have released footage of 516 Arouca, an adrenaline raising suspended pedestrian bridge in Arouca, just outside of Porto.