Portugal News
Dark Sky Alqueva: Pioneering Starlight Tourism on Earth
In the heart of the Alentejo region in Portugal lies a remarkable destination that has captured the imagination of stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts from around the globe—Dark Sky Alqueva. Recognized as the world’s first starlight tourism destination, Dark Sky Alqueva offers an unparalleled celestial experience that goes beyond the ordinary, inviting visitors to marvel at the beauty of the night sky in a way they’ve never seen before.
VISIT PORTUGAL GEARS UP FOR LARGEST PARTICIPATION EVER AT WORLD TRAVEL MARKET
Visit Portugal is excited to announce its participation, with the largest-ever delegation of 108 Portuguese tourism companies, in the World Travel Market, one of the most influential events in the global tourism industry.
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TAP Air Portugal reveals extraordinary performance in the first nine months of the year
In the first nine months of 2023, TAP once again achieved a historic milestone by generating a record net profit of 203.5 million euros.
Detox Before Retox at Pine Cliffs Resort
With Christmas less than 70 days away we’re in the Danger Zone of not being fighting fit for this festive season. And where better to have a little ‘detox before retox’ this autumn than in the sun-soaked Algarve?
IHG Hotels & Resorts Expands Kimpton Brand to Portugal with Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, premiers its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand in Portugal, with the signing of Kimpton Algarve São Rafael Atlántico.
Hilton Expands Presence in Lisbon with Three New Hotels Under Different Brands
Canopy by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton to make brand debuts in Portugal in 2026 and 2025 respectively, with Duo Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton, set to open Spring 2024
Portugal Takes the Plunge: First Underwater Art Exhibition Off the Coast of Albufeira Unveiled
Less than two kilometres off Algarve’s coast of Albufeira, an exciting new underwater art exhibition has been revealed. The ‘EDP Art Reef’ project is the is the first of its kind
TUI Group Expands Tech Capabilities with New ‘Digital Hub Porto’ in Portugal
Delivery and quality of new digital products and services are key for transformation into global digital travel and leisure platform company
The Algarve Wins World Travel Award for ‘Europe’s Leading Beach Destination’ for the Tenth Time
For the tenth time, the Algarve has been voted as ‘Europe’s Leading Beach Destination’ at the 2023 World Travel Awards. It is a world first as no other destination has won this prestigious award, which honours travel and tourism, so many times.
Hyatt Regency Lisbon: City Break Beyond the City
Hyatt Regency Lisbon takes the lead as the Portuguese rising star set in the sun-soaked capital and tailored for highest demands of contemporary urbanites. The FIRST Hyatt hotel in Portugal is further elevated by district of Belém, formerly a mecca for Portuguese explorers, now redefined into cosmopolitan magnet for discerning travellers.
Seven Days, Seven Walks in the Algarve
Autumn is the perfect season to discover Algarve with its favourable temperatures, making it ideal for exploring the region. Blessed with a stunning coastline, as well as hilly and softly contoured mainland, this part of Portugal offers fantastic hiking trails to suit all ages.
Last Few Days to Catch the Operafest Lisboa
This is the last opportunity to catch the 4th edition of Operafest Lisboa, which finishes on September 9th and promises visitors opera like never before. Led by soprano Catarina Molder and produced by Ópera do Castelo, the almost month-long festival will be held at Lisbon’s idyllic Garden of Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga overlooking the River Tagus.