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FATACIL Festival 2026 – Lagoa, 21-30 August

PC Staff — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:13:24 +0000

FATACIL Festival, celebrating the heritage of the Algarve, returns 21-30 of August in the Municipal Festival Grounds of Lagoa. For those curious about the acronym, FATACIL = Feira de Artesanato, Turismo, Agricultura, Comércio e Indústria de Lagoa. Kids and adults alike enjoy exhibitions, demonstrations, shops, food and concerts, all featuring the best handicraft, agriculture and traditions of the Algarve. 180 artisans from across Portugal give live demonstrations and sell unique one-of.-a-kind gifts. In the agriculture area, producers of sweets, dairy products, sausages, […]

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CIRO Fire Cooking Makes Guia a Contemporary Algarve Dining Destination

Greg Boegner — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:20:17 +0000

There is something quietly exciting happening in Guia. Long known for its traditional chicken restaurants, this small Algarve town has welcomed a striking new dining destination that feels refreshingly different. Rising on the site of a former ruin, CIRO introduces a contemporary Mediterranean fire-cooking concept that blends cosmopolitan style with the relaxed soul of the Algarve, creating a restaurant well worth seeking out from anywhere in the region. The latest offering from the culinary team at Vila Vita Parc, CIRO […]

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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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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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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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Repsol “Soletes” Portugal – Awarded to the Best Everyday Food Spots

Greg Boegner — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Repsol, the Spanish energy company known not only for its fuel stations but also for its respected gastronomic guide, has unveiled additions to their Soletes awardees in Portugal. Launched last year, there are 100 new everyday eateries added to the list this Summer 2026—from cozy cafés and pastry shops to tapas bars, gelaterias, restaurants, kiosks, and stylish wine bars. This makes a total of 385 delicious spots now on the list in Portugal Unlike the Suns (Sóis), Repsol’s long-established Michelin-style […]

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Botanic Terrace Rooftop Bar for Sunset Cocktails and Cosmopolitan Vibes in Vilamoura

Greg Boegner — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:11:16 +0000

For those who love the energy of Vilamoura after dark—but prefer to enjoy it at a more relaxed pace—Botanic Terrace offers an elegant alternative. Perched on the second floor of the Victoria Golf Resort & Spa, Managed by Accor, this sophisticated rooftop terrace invites both hotel guests and locals to experience one of the area’s most scenic settings for sunset drinks. Just minutes from the bustling Vilamoura Marina, Botanic Terrace feels pleasantly removed from the crowds while remaining close to […]

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