Inside explores the career of local businesswoman Karen Carfrae
From strength to strength: How Karen’s passion for customer service and quality led her to invest in much-needed services in the Algarve – September 5, 2024 | Text & Photos Beatriz Maio Our homes are more than just places where we live; they are reflections of our personalities and sanctuaries where we find comfort and peace. It’s also where we welcome guests, and we want to make them feel at ease and at home. With this in mind,...
Algarve nature trails: Explore the region’s heritage with incredible landscapes and adrenaline-fuelled rides
An adventure along the coast – September 3, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio The Mountain Bike Adventure Along the Western Algarve, there are plenty of spectacular cycling routes, suitable for both beginners and seasoned riders. Marrying physical activity with the stunning views of southern Portugal’s coast, these trails offer the perfect combination for a healthy and enjoyable outing. Around Lagos, there are several dirt roads and...
Lagoa to celebrate International Ecology Day with free workshops at Fontes de Estômbar this September
Taking place at the idyllic Fontes de Estômbar Municipal Park, there will be workshops and activities during the day – August 30, 2024 The Municipality of Lagoa, alongside the Portuguese Society of Ecology and A Rocha (a Christian Association for the Defense of the Environment), will host a series of activities to promote International Ecology Day, an initiative that aims to establish the link between ecology and society towards...
Lagoa-based kids’ rugby club looking for head coach and assistant coaches
The Algarve University Rugby Club is in need of head coach and assistants for next season – August 20, 2024 Algarve University Rugby Club, Photo Phaze Photography Based in Lagoa, the Algarve University Rugby Club (CRUAL) is looking for a new head coach and assistant coaches for its kids’ rugby team for the coming season. The team, composed of boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 18, is looking for a new head coach who knows the...
Lagoa celebrates 20th anniversary of ‘Mostra dos Doces Conventuais’ sweets fair this August
As the main highlight of the annual Conventual Sweets event, the traditional sweets are sure to delight visitors – August 20, 2024 Lagoa is preparing to host its annual sweets fair, the ‘Mostra dos Doces Conventuais’, at the Centro Cultural Convento de S. José, from August 29 to September 1. Visitors can enjoy traditional sweets made by expert pastry-makers from across the country, as well as sweets crafted according to the recipes...
New four-star hotel to be built in Ferragudo
The new hotel will revitalise an area that is currently rundown and abandoned, transforming it into a high-quality reference point in the municipality of Lagoa – August 9, 2024 The Água Hotels Group has announced the construction of a new four-star hotel between Parchal and Ferragudo, near the Arade Congress Centre. With a total investment of €20 million, construction is expected to begin in 2025, and the hotel is scheduled to open in...
Discover three of the Algarve’s top beach clubs for the ultimate relaxation and fun
Enjoy the white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters of the Algarve in style whilst sipping on a refreshing drink, whether with family or friends – July 16, 2024 | Text Beatriz Maio The south of Portugal is celebrated not just for its exquisite gastronomy but also for its incredible landscapes and consistently warm temperatures. The Algarve, with its myriad attractions, boasts some of the most beautiful white-sand beaches,...
Lagoa Jazz Fest starts this July 19, with top jazz performances
Three-day festival brings together national and international jazz musicians to Lagoa’s Sítio das Fontes Park – July 9, 2024 The famous natural park Sítio das Fontes, in Estômbar, will once again set the stage for another edition of the Lagoa Jazz Fest, a festival which started in 2003 and continues to bring many exciting jazz performances for music lovers to enjoy by the riverside. Over 250 musicians have already performed at the...
Ferragudo Beach mural pays homage to surfers and bodyboarders
A fitting tribute by local artist Isa Neuparth – July 8, 2024 | Text Michael Bruxo Ferragudo breakwater, a popular spot for surfers and body-boarders, has been revitalised with a new 26-metre-long street art mural, following a series of vandalism incidents. The breakwater and its beach, known as Praia do Molhe, are known for boasting waves which are “unique in the western Algarve”, attracting scores of surfers and bodyboarders...
Lagoa’s famous Fatacil fair returns in August
The town’s major summer fair attracted around 200,000 visitors last year’s edition – July 6, 2024 Fatacil 2023 This year, the 43rd edition of FATACIL will take place from August 16 to 25 with hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of musicians and live performances, and multiple points of interest. Fatacil 2023 Headliners include Os Quatro e Meia (August 16), Ivandro (August 17), D.A.M.A (Agust 18), João Pedro Pais (August 19), Carolina...
