Art in the open air: Fly Pontes transforms Algarve streets with vibrant designs
An emerging trend breathes life into the region’s cities, as Fly Pontes crafts stunning outdoor paintings that rival fine art – December 21, 2024 | Text & Photos Eric Roth When you walk down any city street, there are a lot of things to look at. People, houses, trees, shops, vehicles, signs, etc. But what about art? You might actually be passing by art many times without noticing or caring about it. In more and more cities,...
United through Football: FC Carvoeiro United celebrates its milestone 10th anniversary
Overcoming challenges, FC Carvoeiro United has steadily grown in its first decade, becoming a cherished hometown club for the people of Carvoeiro with big plans for the future – December 20, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo | Photos Mário Moreira Yannick Nicklaus and Sandro Pacheco, co-founders It’s the kind of thought that almost any young football fan has at least once in their life – “what if I created my very own football club?” This is...
Carvoeiro New Year’s Eve brings a spectacular beach party for the last night of the year
The village’s iconic beachside square will come alive with joy, music, and a breathtaking fireworks display this New Year’s Eve – December 17, 2024 Carvoeiro is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration, promising an incredible night at one of the Algarve’s most stunning locations. Live music, festive cheer, and a dazzling musical fireworks show will set the perfect tone to welcome the new year. The festivities kick off at 11pm with...
Outdoor urban InDireita Street Fest returns on December 22 to Portimão
The event will bring the city centre to life, closing the busy Direita street for a day filled with a wide range of entertainment – December 16, 2024 The second edition of outdoor urban InDireita Street Fest will return this December 22 to one of Portimão’s busiest city centre streets, Rua Direita, which will be closed specifically for the event. Organised by the P.O.I.S! – Palco das Ondas Invisíveis Studio association, the festival’s...
First stone laid at Lagos’ future Hilton hotels
Lagos Marina to welcome two luxury hotels by the Hilton Group – December 11, 2024 Lagos Marina The cornerstone for the Lagos Marina Hotel, a tourist development near the Lagos Marina, was laid last October. The development will include two hotels: the five-star Lagos Marina Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, offering 189 rooms, and the four-star Hilton Garden Inn Lagos, with 90 rooms. The €107.8 million development is expected to...
A century of history: Lagos Municipal Market celebrates 100th anniversary
Lagos honours 100 years of culture and commerce, with ongoing events until the official January 15 commemoration – December 10, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell With a long history dating back to the first quarter of the 20th century, the Lagos Municipal market is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The market has been a significant local landmark of the city and an iconic social hub for its people. Historical records indicate that the...
Thanks to Baptista’s website and free delivery service, shopping for the holidays has never been easier
Sit back and relax – December 9, 2024 | Sponsored content Thanks to the Baptista Supermarket website, you can cross “grocery shopping” off your to-do list this festive season and enjoy more time with your loved ones. Since Baptista has a wide range of products catering to all diets, you can safely welcome your health-conscious, gluten-free or vegetarian loved ones to your festive gatherings. Need some ideas for what to cook?...
Riverside dining: Arvad Wines launches a new experience for wine lovers
Discover native Algarve grapes over the idyllic Arade River – December 9, 2024 | Text Alexandra Stilwell Famous for its spectacular summer Sunset Sessions, picnics among the wines and delicious wine tastings with a view of the Arade River, Arvad is adding to this portfolio of exquisite activities with the new lunch experience at the Casa do Rio on the estate’s riverside deck. The experience was created to complement the wine...
The Crepes at Lagos Intermarché have new toppings that are sure to tantalise your taste buds
Fresh and sweet – December 2, 2024 | Sponsored content Customers at Lagos Intermarché are familiar with the feeling of being left with their mouths watering as soon as they walk by the shop’s patisserie counter. And with something new arriving, it’s going to be even harder not to give in to temptation. Whether you fancy a sweet treat or are simply looking for a new snack, you can’t miss out on the new crepes with...
Renature Monchique: Ryanair invests in Monchique’s reforestation
The Renature Monchique project has relaunched its reforestation efforts, supported by a new €400,000 investment from Irish airline Ryanair – December 2, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo ©GEOTA – Planting team in the field Created in 2019, Renature Monchique aims to restore the areas devastated by Monchique’s 2018 wildfire and protect the endangered Monchique oak, a critically threatened species according to the Red List of Vascular...
New The Court Resort development launched, offering state-of-the-art sports and leisure facilities
The Carvoeiro resort offers a lucrative investment opportunity along with top-of-the-line sports and relaxation facilities for holiday goers – November 30, 2024 Carvoeiro Branco real estate developer has announced the launch of The Court, a new project located in Salicos, Carvoeiro. The resort will feature 104 thoughtfully designed apartments, ranging from cosy studios to spacious two-bedroom units, along with state-of-the-art sport...
Local artist Anke Punt Bach unveils new ‘Angels’ exhibition in Lagoa
The exhibition will bring the magic of Christmas spirit to town – November 29, 2024 Local German artist and teacher at Escola de Artes in Lagoa, Anke Punt Bach, will inaugurate her new artworks on Monday, December 2, at 4.30pm at Lagoa’s library. The exhibition will also feature works by four of her students – Gonçalo, Maria, Lucas, and Martim (aged 8 and 9). The exhibition will feature 29 angel paintings, which “were born after...
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...
First Cycle of Jazz at the Wineries concerts starts this November 22
João Clara Winery to host two top jazz concerts not to be missed – November 14, 2024 Previous Jazz nas Adegas event The 8th edition of the Jazz at the Wineries (Jazz nas Adegas) concert series is restarting, with two concerts scheduled for 9pm on November 22 (Friday) and November 23 (Saturday) at the João Clara Winery in Silves. Organised by the Municipality of Silves, this event offers a remarkable and unique experience at each...
Lagoa to welcome Elite Algarve Box Cup this December
The competition is set to be the largest boxing event in the Algarve and one of the biggest in Portugal, with over 120 elite athletes from 17 countries – November 11, 2024 | Photo Pixabay The Algarve Box Cup will take place for the third year in a row in Lagoa, an international boxing event that features top-tier male and female boxers. The 3rd edition of the competition features elite boxing athletes, making it a one-of-a-kind...
Thousands of garden lovers flock to Fatacil for Autumn Garden Fair
More than 2,000 garden lovers gathered at the Fatacil Showground in Lagoa – November 8, 2024 | Text Eric Roth Município de Lagoa kindly provided the Fatacil Showground Last week’s rains were a blessing for gardeners of the Algarve. But then, on Saturday and Sunday, rain gave way to sunny skies and the annual Autumn Mediterranean Gardening Fair. More than 2,000 garden lovers gathered at the Fatacil Showground in Lagoa to meet nursery...
Algarve Jazz Orchestra presents ‘A Lyrical White Christmas’ with tenor Carlos Guilherme for a remarkable Christmas concert
Lagoa will welcome “the greatest tenor of all time in Portugal” – November 8, 2024 Algarve Jazz Orchestra – Photo by Algarve Jazz Orchestra Algarve Jazz Orchestra welcomes the Christmas spirit with a magical concert entitled ‘A Lyrical White Christmas’. Carlos Guilherme, “the greatest tenor of all time in Portugal”, will join the Algarve Jazz Orchestra once again for ‘A Lyrical White Christmas’, presenting seasonal staples...
Portuguese artist Helena de Medeiros presents solo exhibition inspired by ballet
Internationally recognised fine artist and costume designer showcases her newest exhibition, Random Birds, in Sagres this November – November 7, 2024 Portuguese artist and costume designer Helena de Medeiros presents her ‘Random Birds’ exhibition, taking place this November 30th, between 3pm and 7pm, at the Pousada de Sagres. Helena is a renowned costume designer who has collaborated with some of the most prestigious international...
Lagoa to celebrate World Wine Tourism Day with wine tasting experiences across regional vineyards
Enjoy a full day of wine experiences throughout Lagoa this November 9 – November 6, 2024 Lagoa’s municipality invites wine lovers to a tasting journey across regional vineyards on November 9 (Saturday) in celebration of World Wine Tourism Day. The day begins at 9.15am at the Carlos do Carmo Auditorium in Lagoa, where participants will gather before heading to Convent’bio (Lagoa) for a blind tasting of “Algarve Golden Terroir” wines at...
Lagoa Wine Tourism Forum returns in November for wine enthusiasts, experts, producers and sommeliers
This year’s theme is ‘Insights for Success’ – October 31, 2024 The second edition of the Lagoa Wine Tourism Forum returns, bringing together experts, wine producers, sommeliers and enthusiasts to the renowned Tivoli Carvoeiro Resort. Organised by the municipality of Lagoa, the event will take place on November 14 and 15, under the theme ‘Insights for Success’. The Wine Forum promises to be a key fixture in the region’s...
