Google Trends data shows that post-pandemic solo travel has risen by 761%. And solo travel isn’t just for singles. According to the online travel agent Opodo.com, 2023 travel trends show 41% prefer to travel alone with many wanting to be in control of decision-making, a chance to linger for hours in a museum or a hike to the top of a mountain; giving people time for personal reflection and growth.

Portugal is one of the nations in the Mediterranean region to be affected by the wildfires that have already devastated Greece.

With the longer school summer holidays now upon us, there are some great destinations for families looking for fun in the sun. We look at the top three destinations for families taking flights with TAP Air Portugal, Finnair, and Aer Lingus, for quick breaks away in Lisbon, Helsinki or Dublin.

The luxurious hotel located in Praia do Vau, Portimão is set to open in Summer 2026

For those that like to pack as much as possible into their holiday and enjoy a thrill or two, Algarve Tourism has come up with their top list of adrenaline-fueled activities, that will have your pulse racing and your family and friends talking about their experiences for years to come.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, touched down for the first time in Lisbon on Sunday, marking the launch of regular services between Abu Dhabi and the Portuguese capital.