Tracking tourism for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · TourismTwo professional pickpockets targeting Lisbon tourists and residents arrested after €10,000 theft spree. Learn crime prevention tips.
Culture · TourismPlacebo's 30th-anniversary tour opens in Porto & Lisbon Sept 2026 with rare tracks not played live in 20+ years. First European tour dates. €26–€55.
Environment · TourismUNESCO warns: near-certain Mediterranean tsunami risk within 30 years. Critical evacuation protocols, safety steps, and preparedness guide for all coastal residents.
Tourism · TransportationYellow weather warning for Madeira: heavy rain Tuesday, 4-5m waves Wednesday-Thursday. Ferry delays and coastal activity disruptions expected. What residents and travelers should know.
Tourism · EnvironmentTwo tourists rescued from Porto Covo cliffs after rising tide stranded them. Learn essential tide safety tips and warnings for Portugal's Alentejo coast.
Environment · Tourism35 Algarve beaches severely eroded after winter storms. €27M damage reported. May 2026 deadline for repairs. Learn what this means for residents and visitors.
Tech · TourismTwo people arrested in Santa Maria da Feira for unauthorized access to travel agency, making €14k in fraudulent bookings. What residents need to know.
Sports · TourismJacob Kiplimo sets third world record in Lisbon with 57:20 time at half marathon. Why Portugal's capital is the world's fastest course for distance records.
Transportation · TourismMadeira maritime warning extended through Saturday as storm Regina retreats. Waves dropping to 2.5m north, 1m south. Safety tips for residents, visitors.