Transportation · TourismCascais to Portimão in a Coffee Break: The Flight Redefining Weekend Getaways
Skip A2 traffic: Cascais to Algarve flight lands you in Portimão in 35-min, with fares from €138 return. See schedule, prices and luggage rules.
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Tourism · Other NewsLoulé night patrol detains 21 in Algarve drink-drive and nitrous crackdown
Algarve crackdown: 21 held in Loulé bar raids; officers seize nitrous, cocaine, cash. Check Portugal's strict drink-drive rules.
Environment · TourismTarouca Hillside Blaze Tamed, Keeping Douro Valley Travel Plans Intact
Tarouca wildfire now under control. Learn how fire rules, alerts and clearing duties affect expats living or traveling in Portugal's north region.
Environment · TourismExtended Wildfire Alert in Portugal Brings New Rules for Foreign Residents
Portugal's wildfire alert lasts through Tuesday. Check trail closures, fines and safety apps before next hike, road trip or property viewing.
Culture · TourismHoliday-Pay Dispute Shuts Portugal’s Top Monuments in Peak Season
Museum staff walk out on 15 August, closing Jerónimos and Belém. Learn how Portugal's holiday-pay row could affect your travel plans this summer.
Environment · TourismPhone Blackouts and Charred Vineyards: What Sernancelhe’s Wildfire Means for Expats
Wildfire cuts phones near Sernancelhe, cripples vineyards. Check detours, power-cut prep and insurance tips before your Douro trip.
Sports · TourismMontejunto's 42-Year Absence Ends, Pushing Nych in Volta Showdown
Montejunto’s comeback stage revives Portugal’s West, thrills expat cyclists and leaves Nych defending yellow before the Lisbon time trial.
Sports · TourismPortugal's Beach Soccer Champions Eye Repeat as Superfinal Lands in Italy
Portugal beach soccer team meets Italy, Belarus and France in Viareggio Superfinal. Watch live or plan a Tuscan trip—fixtures, travel tips inside.
Transportation · TourismLisbon Accord Scraps August Airport Strikes, Easing Portugal Travel
Ground staff deal ends planned August walkouts at Lisbon, Porto, Faro and Madeira airports. Normal schedules return; minor baggage delays possible.