Algarve

Travel News

Holidays in Portugal? New map brings peace to the beaches

Portugal's government has moved to bring order to the beaches, issuing maps that show, in black and white, where sunshades can and cannot be put up.

14/07/2026

Destinations

This beach in Portugal was just named the best in Europe

Monte Clérigo on the Costa Vicentina in Portugal’s south western tip was praised by European Best Destinations for its understated luxury and nature offering.

27/05/2026

Destinations

These are Europe’s best budget city breaks for Easter 2026

For just over a third of what it would cost to hop over to Paris for Easter, travellers can enjoy a coastal break in Marmaris.

23/02/2026

Destinations

Europe’s best beaches for 2026, according to Tripadvisor reviews

There is also a new ‘one of a kind’ category for beaches with extra-special features.

17/02/2026

Portugal

Storm Claudia leaves three dead in Portugal and causes flooding in UK

Storm Claudia has caused three deaths in Portugal and severe flooding in the UK, with Monmouth in Wales submerged and England facing 42 flood warnings.

16/11/2025

Earth News

Portugal's heatwave extends to ocean with warm waters in Algarve

According to IPMA data, sea temperatures in the Algarve will range between 23 and 24°C through Saturday.

13/08/2025

Destinations

Why this UK holiday spot beats European favourites for slow travel

Cornwall’s peaceful beaches, dramatic natural landscape and range of cuisines has attracted more slow travellers in the last few years.

11/08/2025

Earth News

Seawater temperatures in Portugal's Algarve reach record highs

Temperatures in the Algarve between June and July were on average 25.1°C, according to the Portuguese Maritime Authority.

17/07/2025

Destinations

These four European beaches are ranked among the best in the world

A Greek beach is back on the list for the first time in four years, soaring up 23 places to secure the number one spot.

10/06/2025

Moments

What’s it like to visit a CBD spa? I went to the Algarve to find out

Cannabis-derived CBD is taking the spa world by storm. I tried Portugal’s first CBD spa to find out how it all works.

10/06/2023

Culture news

Taking the plunge to see Portugal's unique underwater exhibition

Ever wanted to combine diving exploration and a love of art? Now, you don't have to only imagine it as Portuguese street artist Vhils has created an artificial art reef made out of giant pieces from power stations no longer in operation.

26/03/2023

Destinations

7 cheap European breaks for the whole family: From Portugal to Prague

With the UK half-term starting this week, Europe's holiday hotspots are in demand. But where are the best budget destinations?

20/10/2021

Portugal

Portugal: UK COVID-19 quarantine restriction hits Algarve tourism

Industry analysts say only about a third of the usual number of tourists will visit Portugal's Algarve region this summer.

11/07/2020

Portugal

Algarve surveys damage as Portugal's wildfires continue to threaten

Thousands of people have been evacuated from the area around Monchique in the popular tourist area of southern Portugal.

10/08/2018

Portugal

Fighting fire with goats

Hungry goats are on the front line of Portugal's efforts to avoid a repeat of the deadly wildfires that swept through the country a year ago.

13/06/2018