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,...
Zoomarine unveils new ride inspired by Iguazu Falls
Summer thrills: Exciting new ride at the famous Algarve theme park in Guia – July 5, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo Algarve theme park Zoomarine has inaugurated a new ride inspired by Iguazu Falls, a series of waterfalls along the Iguazu River on the Brazilian Argentine border. The new attraction, which “promises to be the highlight of the summer in the Algarve”, says the theme park, offers visitors “a unique and exciting experience with...
3rd edition of the Algarve Harp Festival returns to Lagoa and Monchique in November
The festival aims to promote not only the harp but its repertoire and performers as well – October 12, 2023 A rich programme will be presented by Danielle Riegel on Harp, Helena Madeira on Voice and Harp, Leonor Maia on Harp, and Francisco Barbosa on Flute at the festival taking place in Albufeira on November 10, Lagoa on November 25 and Monchique on November 26. The festival aims to promote not only the harp but its repertoire and...
Oceans of vision
A look at the history of Zoomarine with its founder In 1991 Portuguese-Argentinean businessman, Pedro Lavia, opened the doors to what has been his lifelong dream and an absolutely innovative project in Portugal and a defining element in the Algarve: Zoomarine. Boasting a haul of tourism and scientific awards, the team was the first to introduce dolphins to the country and, in 2002, opened the first marine species rehabilitation centre...
