Latest news and stories about tourism in Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
Lisbon airport faces significant operational challenges due to the new Entry-Exit System, prompting calls to optimize existing infrastructure capacity while awaiting the development of the new Alcochete airport.
The Lisbon Metropolitan Council has approved new Navegante public transport tickets for tourists and event attendees, offering one-day passes for 15 euros and five-day passes for 37.50 euros to encourage sustainable travel.
One year after the tragic Glória Funicular accident in Lisbon, victims' families express frustration over stalled investigations, unpaid compensation, and a perceived lack of support from municipal authorities and Carris.
Lisbon faces an identity crisis fueled by mass tourism and foreign real estate investment, leading to gentrification and the displacement of locals. The author advocates for policy interventions like rent control to preserve the city's authentic community spirit.
An analytical overview of recent shifts in national visa policies and gold residency programs, specifically examining their impact on expatriate communities and coastal living trends.
Easyjet's country manager, José Lopes, warns of potential travel disruptions at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport this summer due to passport control issues, while also expressing interest in potential slot opportunities arising from the upcoming TAP privatisation.
Luxair has rescheduled its flight services to Lisbon and Porto in response to ongoing industrial action across Portugal this week.
An analysis of the potential challenges facing Portugal's tourism and transport sectors during the summer season, including industrial action and rising costs.
The ongoing chaos at Lisbon Airport is a predictable consequence of decades of political inaction and a lack of infrastructure investment, highlighting a broader culture of neglect in public services that prioritizes political power struggles over the needs of travelers and taxpayers.
Portugal is facing delays or difficulties at the arrival stage.
Luís Neves addresses the 70% surge in airport passenger numbers, citing resource shortages and technological limitations, while announcing the addition of manual control booths and e-gates in Lisbon to mitigate summer travel delays.
The Avenida Association warns that operational constraints at Lisbon Airport are damaging Portugal's tourism competitiveness and hindering foreign investment.
Ten years after the tourism boom in Lisbon and Porto, the question of whether these cities have reached maximum capacity remains unanswered, with local authorities showing little interest in addressing the potential imbalance.
Lisbon airport failed to meet 12% of summer slot requests, with officials warning that infrastructure constraints are negatively impacting the national tourism sector.
Operation is expected to resume with two weekly frequencies, on Tuesdays and Sundays.
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A 150,000 euro project restored the chambers where the queen spent her final years to their original layout at the Queluz National Palace. Can we come to know the vilified consort in a different light?
ANAC has concluded its evaluation and issued ground handling licences at the three main Portuguese airports to SPdH — Serviços Portugueses de Handling.
A long-standing problem worsened with the imposition of restrictions on other city streets in April 2025. Residents say daily life has become unbearable. The parish council wants urgent measures from the Lisbon City Council.
Around Rossio square, businesses have not suffered due to the protests. Those who work there say they are used to demonstrations. Tourists show solidarity with the right to housing cause.
Is Portugal romantic?
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