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Best Small Boutique Hotels in Lisbon

Ann Abel — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:28:59 +0000

From the recent hotel headlines in Lisbon, it would seem that bigger is better. Large international luxury brands, including Andaz and the Standard, as well as new independent players, have been descending on the capital, taking over entire city blocks in Baixa or grand edifices around Avenida da Liberdade. But within the shadow of all that, the city’s boutique hotel scene is also thriving. These small hotels offer a discreet alternative. In some cases, there’s not even a sign announcing […]

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DJ Tiago Cruz Beach Party, 22 August, Praia Dourada, Algarve

Greg Boegner — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:25:00 +0000

For one night only, on 22 August, Praia Dourada Beach Club in Armação da Pêra welcomes DJ Tiago Cruz, one of the most distinctive names in Portuguese electronic music. Set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and under the starlit night sky, this event promises to be one of the best beach parties the Algarve will see this summer! Founder of Nómadas, Tiago Cruz is known for blending Deep House, Afro House, and Organic House. He has performed everywhere from […]

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Michelin Chefs and a Solar Eclipse: A Remarkable Night at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve

Greg Boegner — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:26:00 +0000

On 12 August, Viceroy at Ombria Algarve will host one of the Algarve’s most distinctive evenings of the summer, bringing together Michelin-starred chefs beneath the rare spectacle of a solar eclipse. Combining exceptional gastronomy with one of nature’s most extraordinary celestial events, the Solar Eclipse Chefs’ Market promises an experience that is unlikely to be repeated anytime soon. From 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, the resort’s picturesque Main Plaza will be transformed into an open-air culinary market where guests can […]

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BBQ & Cinema Under the Stars at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve, 29 August

Greg Boegner — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:44:45 +0000

Springtime in the Algarve is upon us. And Viceroy at Ombria Algarve has crafted the perfect way to celebrate the season while enjoying the warm Algarve evenings. Saturday, 29 August, is the next night of Viceroy’s BBQ & Cinema series. The village-like resort in the hills outside Loulé invites locals and guests alike to its Viceroy Square (in the middle of the resort) for a night of live music, rustic flavors, and starlit cinema in the Algarve countryside. Starting at […]

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Jenny Holzer: Wrong Answers at Serralves Museum in Porto

PC Staff — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:20:12 +0000

Some exhibitions invite you simply to admire the artwork. Jenny Holzer: Wrong Answers invites you to question it—and perhaps yourself. On view at the Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art through 1 November 2026, this landmark exhibition marks the celebrated American artist’s first solo presentation in Portugal, transforming one of Porto’s finest museums into an unforgettable exploration of language, power, truth, and human experience. For more than four decades, Jenny Holzer has challenged the way we think about words. Her instantly […]

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JNcQUOI Fish: Lisbon’s Chic New Seafood Destination

Ann Abel — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:29:57 +0000

At JNcQUOI Fish, chef Filipe Carvalho has put together a beautifully designed presentation about the fish and seafood in Portuguese waters. The longtime chef, who previously held a Michelin star at Fifty Seconds, lovingly catalogued the species, their seasonality, and the precise cooking techniques to make their flavors sing. This presentation exists in the literal sense—a digital file meant to be studied by the restaurant’s employees (and curious diners)—but also in a more metaphorical way. It’s fair to say that […]

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Mar d’Estórias: Portugal Under One Roof, in Lagos

Greg Boegner — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:28:22 +0000

Among the bustling streets of Lagos’ historic centre, where souvenir shops overflow with refrigerator magnets, beach towels and mass-produced trinkets, Mar d’Estórias offers something refreshingly different. More than a lifestyle shop, it is an experience—a place where visitors can immerse themselves in Portugal’s culture, craftsmanship and gastronomy beneath one remarkable roof. Whether searching for an elegant gift, a meaningful souvenir or authentic pieces to bring Portuguese character into a home abroad, Mar d’Estórias has become an essential stop while exploring […]

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Bubbles, Beats & Sunshine: The Miraval Champagne Lounge at Vila Vita Parc

Greg Boegner — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:33:00 +0000

Summer in the Algarve just got a serious upgrade. Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa has unveiled the Miraval Champagne Lounge, and if you’re the kind of traveler who craves a little sparkle with your sunshine, this is your spot. Open Wednesdays to Sundays from 16:00 to 20:00 through 26 September, it’s the perfect excuse to swap the beach towel for a chilled flute of Fleur de Miraval. Perched on the lower level of the Clubhouse, with lush garden views […]

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