Passengers on Ryanair travelling from Northern Ireland will be able to fly direct to Faro Airport this summer. The low-cost airline has announced its return to Belfast City Airport after 11 years, with a new summer schedule to eight popular international summer destinations including the Algarve. … Read more about Ryanair’s New Belfast Schedule Offers Summer Getaways in the Algarve
Dual Success for Faro Airport in Global Awards
Faro Airport has received accolades in two prestigious categories of the 2020 Airports Council International awards. The gateway to the Algarve was named one of the world’s best airports in Europe and also recognised for its pacesetting COVID-19 health measures. The ACI’s annual Airport Service … Read more about Dual Success for Faro Airport in Global Awards
Algarve Grand Prix Returns to Formula 1 Schedule
After weeks of anxious expectation, it has been confirmed that the Algarve’s Portimão racetrack will once again host a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year. The initial 2021 schedule released earlier in the year had not included a race in Portugal. However, after the Australian Grand Prix was … Read more about Algarve Grand Prix Returns to Formula 1 Schedule
Braga Named Best European Destination to Visit in 2021
One of Portugal’s many alluring attractions for intrepid travellers who like to explore all corners of a country they are visiting is that it is relatively small. You can, for example, travel by road from the main tourist hotspot of Algarve in the south to Portugal’s northern border with Spain … Read more about Braga Named Best European Destination to Visit in 2021
Portugal Ranked in Top-5 of World’s Best Places to Retire
International Living’s authoritative annual Global Retirement Index once again includes Portugal among its top-ranked countries. Overall, Portugal is rated fifth when all factors are taken into account, but it is recognised as number one when it comes to climate – a reputation significantly enhanced … Read more about Portugal Ranked in Top-5 of World’s Best Places to Retire
Top Airlines Offer Passengers Expanded Options to Boost Travel Confidence
The evolving travel scenario has prompted airline companies to create new services and packages aimed at easing any concerns tourists might have when planning their holidays this year. These include four airlines operating flights to Faro Airport and offering a range of options such as new fare … Read more about Top Airlines Offer Passengers Expanded Options to Boost Travel Confidence
Lagoa in the Algarve Named One of Europe’s Safest Destinations
European Best Destinations has included Lagoa in its authoritative ranking of safe places to visit this year. Set up to promote culture and tourism in Europe, the travel website named the popular beach resort town – located in Faro municipality – among 13 destinations highly recommended for tourists … Read more about Lagoa in the Algarve Named One of Europe’s Safest Destinations
Positive Message of Hope for the Future of Sustainable Tourism in Portugal
Tourism authorities in Portugal have launched a campaign aimed at UK travellers that highlights the importance of focusing on responsible and sustainable tourism in 2021. The #CantSkipTomorrow message is delivered in a YouTube video by a young child adopting the persona of “tomorrow” and calling … Read more about Positive Message of Hope for the Future of Sustainable Tourism in Portugal