Realising dreams
Premium plots by the ocean – November 30, 2023 | Inside Sponsored Content For those looking to build their dream bespoke home in beautiful surroundings, look no further than Reserva da Luz in the Western Algarve, Portugal. The location blends the simplicity of village life with awe-inspiring views. This well-established, quiet community has a number of oceanfront plots in its second phase for sale at highly competitive prices. Large...
Portugal Tech Week comes to Lagos this November 18th
Portugal Tech Week brings a day of exciting tech talks about web development, cloud, generative AI, community, and business – November 9, 2023 The event features a series of talks taking place between November 12 and 22 in different cities in Portugal – Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Braga, Guimarães, Fundão, Aveiro, Funchal, Leiria, Coimbra, Lagos – and online. Technology enthusiasts will have the opportunity to network with industry experts...
Lagos train station to become restaurant and art gallery
The old station will be part of a project featuring two new hotels located next to Lagos’ marina – October 25, 2023 | Text by Alexandra Stilwell According to local news website Algarve Marafado, Lagos’ old and obsolete train station will be transformed into a restaurant and art gallery. The property was sold to an investor with a rehabilitation project who “according to information obtained from Mayor Hugo Pereira, intends ‘to create...
The sidewalks of Lagos are celebrated in a photo exhibition by American photographer Paul Gerace
The photographer is showcasing his work “Celebrating the Calçadas Portuguesas of Lagos” at the Mercearia Bio Café in Lagos – October 14, 2023 | Text Alexandra Stilwell Lagos-based photographer Paul Gerace is showcasing his collection of Portuguese calçada photography at the Mercearia Bio Café in Lagos until the end of November. The Celebrating the Calçadas Portuguesas of Lagos collection highlights the unique black and white...
One of the Algarve’s most popular beaches is in Lagos
Summer may be over, but everyone who knows the Algarve, knows the region’s beaches are still the perfect place to spend time and relax in the autumn – October 13, 2023 | Text Michael Bruxo The region is famous for its beautiful, golden beaches, but have you ever wondered which are the most popular on social media? Holidu, a search engine for holiday rentals, has attempted to answer this question by scanning Google Maps and social...
Lagos welcomes 3rd edition of the International Contemporary Circus EmRaizArt
The International Contemporary Circus EmRaizArt promises to delight kids and adults alike this October – September 20, 2023 Following the success of previous editions, the 3rd edition of the EmRaizArt Circus will be held for four days for school groups (free) and for the general public on the weekend of October 14 and 15. EmRaizArt Festival takes place in the idyllic cork oak forest of Cotifo, Quinta Velha, Lagos, bringing...
Lagos is hosting the Algarve’s biggest literary event of the year
The 13th edition of the Lagos Book Fair takes place until September 30 – September 19, 2023 The 13th edition of the Lagos Book Fair (Mostra de Livros) takes place until September 30 at the newly renovated Armazém Regimental in Praça do Infante. A distinguished line-up of foreign authors will be present for visitors to meet on two separate evenings. Their diverse backgrounds offer readers a varied range of experiences and imaginative...
Second edition of the Living in the Algarve seminars was a great success
Future events have already been announced to happen in Lisbon and the USA – June 27, 2022 The second edition of the Living in the Algarve seminar events was another success, and organisers are planning a next stop in Quinta do Lago and plans announced to stage further events in Lisbon and the USA. The Open Media Group, publishers of Inside Carvoeiro magazine, staged their second ‘Living in the Algarve’ event at the Cascade Wellness...
Lagoa welcomes Shadow Puppet rendition of “The Epic of Gilgamesh” this February
Lagos and Lagoa welcome Shadow Puppet rendition of “The Epic of Gilgamesh”, one of the oldest written stories on the planet – February 10, 2022 A shadow puppetry rendition of ‘Epic of Gilgamesh’, one of the oldest written stories on the planet, will take place in Lagos (February 18-19) at the local cultural centre’s auditorium and in Lagoa (February 20-21) at the Carlos do Carmo auditorium, starting at 4pm. The show is...
Birdwatching festival returns to Sagres in October
The Sagres Birdwatching Festival, described as “Portugal’s largest nature event”, is returning to the Western Algarve between October 2 and 5. It has become an unmissable event for birdwatchers and nature lovers alike, who every year travel to Sagres to participate in the many birdwatching activities, boat trips and hikes. This year, the event will feature online activities for the first time, allowing people from all over the world...
