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Wellness by Moonlight – The Full Moon Ritual at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve

Greg Boegner — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:39:00 +0000

There’s something undeniably magical about the Algarve after sunset. The hills quiet down, the summer heat softens, and under the glow of a full moon, the landscape takes on an entirely different energy. This season, The Spa at Viceroy at Ombria Algarve is inviting guests to experience that transformation through a new series of immersive Full Moon Rituals. Inspired by the rhythms of the lunar cycle and the restorative power of nature, the evening wellness experiences are designed to encourage […]

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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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Oktoberfest in the Algarve, 24 Sept to 5 Oct

Greg Boegner — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 06:19:00 +0000

You don’t have to be in Munich to enjoy one of Autumn’s most festive celebrations. The VILA VITA Biergarten, a traditional German restaurant in Porches, is once again celebrating the season with an Oktoberfest in the Algarve from 24 September to 5 October. (Please note specific dates below.) The Biergarten is a little piece of Deutschland in the western Algarve. This Bavarian-style beer garden has spacious seating inside and out, with beer maids wearing dirndls, colorful murals depicting Bavarian life […]

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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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Silves Medieval Fair 2026, 7-15 August

Greg Boegner — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:57:00 +0000

The Silves Medieval Fair, one of Portugal’s most dynamic and renowned Medieval Fairs returns this summer. The event of all ages, takes place in the streets of the historic city center, in and around the Castle of Silves, from 7 to 15 August. Visitors take part in recreations of activities as they may have happened centuries ago when Silves was the capital of the Kingdom of the Algarve. Moorish and Christian traditions are on display throughout the grounds of the […]

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