Vilamoura Marina has been recognised by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) in its annual “Gold Anchor” awards. After assessing marinas from around the world, berth holders chose Vilamoura as “best international marina of 2021”. Sponsored by Towergate Insurance, the awards honour the finest of … Read more about Best International Marina Award for Vilamoura
Portugal has topped the 34th annual Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards as the world’s favourite country. According to the travel website, hundreds of thousands of respondents submitted ratings during the sweepstakes period in April-May, in various categories including countries, cities, … Read more about Global Travellers Rank Portugal as Their Favourite Country
UK tourists travelling to the Algarve no longer require a COVID test – if they are fully vaccinated. Effective from last Friday, the exemption applies to visitors who have an NHS COVID Pass or EU Digital COVID Certificate showing they have been fully vaccinated with an EU-approved vaccine at least … Read more about NHS COVID Pass Accepted for Fully-Vaccinated Tourists Visiting the Algarve
The Algarve really comes into its own in autumn. With traditional summer tourists now back home and cooler winter temperatures still way off, the region’s renowned climate can be enjoyed in a more chilled out – yet still active – ambience. Average daily maximum temperatures are a pleasant 23 … Read more about Birdwatching, Walking and Cycling… Popular Autumn Activities in Sunny Algarve
Tourists visiting the Algarve this autumn will be able to enjoy relaxed “de-confinement” rules for socialising and leisure pursuits. According to Portuguese authorities, health and safety restrictions have been eased in response to Portugal “having the highest vaccination rate in Europe, with 84 per … Read more about High Nation-Wide Vaccination Rate Prompts Portugal to Ease Social Restrictions
Residents in northern European climes might now be rueing the end of summer, but that doesn’t mean the sunny holiday season is also over. On the contrary. In popular resorts such as the Algarve, summery weather and a diverse and comprehensive array of outdoor leisure attractions can be enjoyed … Read more about Extended “Summer” Holiday Season along the Algarve Coast
The Algarve is set to consolidate its status as one of Europe’s key tourist destinations as UK tourists plan their post-summer holidays with less restrictive travel protocols. One day after the UK government’s announcement that from 4 October pre-departure tests would no longer be required for … Read more about UK Traffic Light Update Prompts Boost in EasyJet Bookings for the Algarve
A new European Tour date has been set for the postponed Portugal Masters. The €1.5million tournament was originally due to be held at the end of April but travel difficulties caused by COVID-19 forced its postponement. Now rescheduled for November 4-7 at Dom Pedro Victoria Golf Course in … Read more about Portugal Masters Golf Tournament Returns to the Algarve
