Latest news and stories about tourism in Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal for expats and residents.
The Algarve's two primary hotel business associations, AHETA and AIHSA, have signed a memorandum of understanding to merge into a single entity, AETA, aiming to consolidate representation for over 1,200 members by the end of the year.
An analytical examination of how corporate interests and mass tourism models are driving the degradation of European coastal access and the quality of life for local residents.
UK tourists visiting Portugal, particularly Albufeira, are facing stricter enforcement of local regulations regarding public conduct, beachwear, and drinking, alongside updated passport requirements.
Salgados Golf Club on Portugal’s southern Algarve coast will host an EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association) Tour event from November 15 to 17, welcoming 60 golfers with disabilities from around The post Salgados Golf Club to host EDGA Tour event in November appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home News Portugal beach named fourth best in Europe Portugal beach named fourth best in Europe Praia da Falésia in Albufeira has been voted the fourth-best beach in Europe in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards by British travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller.
Home Travel A different kind of luxury in Albufeira A different kind of luxury in Albufeira W Algarve is part of W Hotels, a luxury lifestyle brand within Marriott International. The W story began in New York in 1998, and today the brand has hotels around the world.
Home Beach of the week Beach of the week: Praia dos Arrifes Beach of the week: Praia dos Arrifes Praia dos Arrifes is one of the smallest beaches in Albufeira, but it is also one of the prettiest.
Home Algarve October beach days in the Algarve October beach days in the Algarve Today we took a walk along the cliffs above Praia do Inatel in Albufeira and enjoyed the beautiful views of the beach.
Home Algarve Albufeira still feels like summer in October Albufeira still feels like summer in October At around 3:30pm today, we visited the Miradouro do Pau da Bandeira in Albufeira.
The Algarve is stepping up efforts to attract new types of visitors this autumn with a packed programme of international promotion throughout October, targeting everything from luxury travel and business The post Algarve targets new tourism markets in major October promotion drive appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Albufeira has been ranked among the 20 best places in the world for seasonal work, according to a new study comparing popular destinations across 21 countries. The Algarve town placed The post Albufeira ranked among world’s top destinations for seasonal work appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Algarve residents can once again take advantage of discounted tickets to Zoomarine, with the park’s popular Resident Campaign returning for visits between September 17 and 30. Tickets are priced at The post Zoomarine resident offer returns with tickets from €17 appeared first on Portugal Resident.
September arrives, the first signs that colder days are just around the corner appear, and most people even start thinking about the festivities that mark the final months of the year. But for the human resources director at Zoomarine, this is the moment to prepare for the summer of the following year.
If you are looking for a place that will delight both young and old during your holidays, Zoomarine is a must-visit destination. Located in Guia, Albufeira, this theme park combines The post A perfect day out for the whole family appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home Beach of the week Beach of the Week: Praia da Galé Beach of the Week: Praia da Galé Why Praia da Galé remains one of my Algarve favourites By Tereza Pedro, in Beach of the week · 29 Aug 2026, 17:01 · 0 Comments Beach of the Week: Praia da Galé - YouTube Tap to unmute Beach of the Week: Praia
Albufeira should move away from a tourism model focused largely on visitor numbers and instead prioritise quality, safety and higher-value tourism, the local branch of the Social Democratic Party (PSD) The post PSD calls for Albufeira to move away from mass tourism after Oura incident appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Social Democrats propose a focus on quality, increased security, and the recovery of spaces for residents.
The PSD is calling for a new tourism model to “reinvent” Albufeira. Following the hit-and-run incident in the Oura area, the party is advocating for “higher quality tourism that respects the local community.”
Twenty different ways to dine. All in one place. At Pine Cliffs Resort, the wealth of culinary and gastronomic options is an invitation to taste the world on a plate. The post A taste of the world appeared first on Portugal Resident.
For now, the currents are favourable to an increasing number of visitors
A new Italian-inspired restaurant specialising in artisan pizzas has opened at Marriott Residences Salgados Resort in the Algarve. Amarea Pizzeria is the latest concept from the Amarea brand, which already The post New Italian pizzeria opens at Salgados resort appeared first on Portugal Resident.
An 18-year-old Irish tourist says her first visit to Portugal will now leave her with a “bad memory” of her experience in the country after she was struck by a The post Irish teen hit during Albufeira car rampage recalls “scary” experience appeared first on Portugal Resident.
This summer, one of the most loyal clients of the Pine Cliffs resort gathered the hotel's longest-serving staff members, just over thirty people, and wanted to treat them to dinner. The reason is both beautiful and sad in equal measure: for over three decades, this 85-year-old German man has stayed at the hotel every summer, but...
A reinforced police presence has been in place since June. There are also new rules and strict operating hours for nightlife venues.
“I didn't even notice the car approaching, by the time I saw it, it was already on top of us. It all happened very quickly,” the young woman stated.
A tourist who was struck by a vehicle in Albufeira reflects on the traumatic experience while expressing relief at her recovery.
