Latest news and stories about tourism in Lisboa, Portugal for expats and residents.
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.
If nothing changes in our public discourse, then not even when the 2030 FIFA World Cup is held in Portugal will the Portuguese have the money to pay for tickets.
Brazil's stand was voted the most beautiful at the Lisbon Tourism Fair (BTL). The country won in the Best International Destination category for the space created by Embratur, the Brazilian tourism promotion agency. The winners were announced this Monday afternoon (16). Brazil was chosen from dozens of participating destinations for its immersive and sensory concept, featuring cultural activations and gastronomic experiences. The Rio de Janeiro stand also received an honourable mention. Brazil participated in BTL 2026 as a guest country, using the occasion to launch its new tourism campaign, 'There is no place like Brazil'.
During the World Cup group stage, the national team will take to the pitch three times. In Lisbon, there is no shortage of options to eat, drink and cheer for goals with friends.
An article explaining the popularity of a beach located less than an hour away from the Portuguese capital.
The figure does not account for inflation and results from the sum of non-financial support, primarily to Rock in Rio and Kalorama. Despite these being profitable businesses, the city council has argued that there are economic gains.
Lisbon generated 260 million in tourist tax over ten years. With 30 million in European funds available for social innovation in tourism, the question is not whether there are resources, but whether there is the will to use them well.
From the dining room of the newly opened Gare Restaurant, one can glimpse parts of the panels by Almada Negreiros, which are currently undergoing restoration. They are the jewel of the building designed by architect Porfírio Pardal Monteiro to serve as a gateway for those arriving in Lisbon in the 1940s, now a Monument of Public Interest. On the opposite side of the room, the windows allow...
Museus e Monumentos de Portugal explained that the works aim to “improve reception and visiting conditions”. Reopening is scheduled for June 25th.
The National Pantheon will be closed to the public for ten days to undergo renovation and improvement works.
The National Pantheon in Lisbon closed today for “refurbishment works” that will last 10 days, with reopening scheduled for the 25th, announced Museus e Monumentos de Portugal (MMP).
Museus e Monumentos de Portugal explained that the works also aim to improve reception and visitor conditions.
The article discusses Macau's participation in the Lisbon popular festivities and examines Portugal's strategic importance in promoting tourism within the European market.
The art of the Poster Mostra, rides on the Douro Historical Train, handicrafts and the Popular Saints on display, and the typical flavours of the Tavern Route.
The President of the Tourism Confederation (CTP), Francisco Calheiros, warns that the situation regarding entries into Portugal through Lisbon Airport has improved, but is not resolved and the impact on the country's image has been very negative.
Glauco Mansur and his wife, Suzana Mansur, are leading strategies that combine literature, history, and hospitality at the hotel, which opened in 1764 and was immortalised by Eça de Queiroz and Lord Byron.
The Tourism Confederation admits that the operational issues at Lisbon airport have caused significant reputational damage.
