Tracking tourism for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Tourism · EconomyFollow the Lagos inquiry into the Meia Praia restaurant fire in Portugal. Learn about insurance claims, Algarve tourism impact and upcoming safety checks for diners.
Environment · TourismA 220 km/h tornado kills one and devastates Algarve resorts in Portugal, foreshadowing fiercer storms. Learn how homeowners and holiday parks can stay safe.
Environment · TourismCleanup continues after 2,212 flood incidents across the Algarve. Check gutters, flights and civil-alert apps before rain showers return late next week.
Sports · TourismExperience the 2025 EDGA Algarve Open in Vilamoura: 83 adaptive golfers, free entry and live streams. Plan your visit to Portugal’s inclusive golf showcase.
Transportation · TourismFlying Ryanair from Lisbon, Porto or Faro? Portugal’s regulator confirms printed boarding passes are valid and staff must reprint them for free if your phone dies.
Culture · TourismNational accreditation turns Lagos museum network into year-round cultural magnet, pairing VR tours with green sites across Algarve. Plan your visit.
Environment · TourismAmid Algarve drought, Portugal hotels recycle treated wastewater to keep gardens alive and claim 2024 VAT relief—what residents and travellers need to know.
Tourism · EconomyVisiting Lisbon for Web Summit? Hotel occupancy hits 90% and rates jump 20% from 10–13 Nov, but prices fall before and after the four-day tech event—time your stay.
Culture · Tourism€600k boost upgrades arenas, traffic and stables while a UNESCO heritage bid elevates 2025 Golegã Horse Fair—expect smoother crowds and fuller hotels.