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We missed our flight: Ridiculous queues force suspension of EES in departures at Faro, Lisbon, and Porto airports
21+ hour, 39+ min ago (313+ words) The collection of biometric data at departure points in Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports was suspended over this weekend to prevent passengers from missing their flights due to long queues, according to the Public Security Police (PSP). "Given the lengthy…...
Cleaning up the aftermath: Algarve gets off lightly as mainland Portugal suffers 784 emergency weather incidents
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (638+ words) Portugal's National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection (ANEPC) recorded 784 weather-related incidents between midnight and midday this Wednesday, as heavy rain and strong winds battered the country. According to operations officer Jos" Costa, there were 435 floods, 163 fallen trees, 77 road clearances,…...
Algarve on red alert: Storm causes chaos across mainland Portugal, with two deaths, flooding, heavy rain, fallen trees, and school closures
5+ mon, 1+ day ago (517+ words) Bad weather has caused flooding and fallen trees across the Algarve, particularly affecting the Faro area in recent hours, though no injuries have been reported in the region, a source from the regional Civil Protection authority told journalists. According to…...
The Biggest Expat Communities in Portugal
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (550+ words) Portugal has become an obvious consideration for expats, digital nomads, and retirees who are looking for somewhere sunny, affordable, and safe to settle down. With over 300 days of sunshine a year and a 7th global ranking in safety, Portugal fits the…...
Algarve in the Golden Season: Why October is Portugal's Best-Kept Secret
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (354+ words) October isn't just the end of summer in the Algarve. It's the beginning of the region's golden season. As the high-season crowds drift away, the. .. October isn't just the end of summer in the Algarve It's the beginning of the…...
Portuguese Parliament approves burqa ban in public spaces, fines as high as "4000
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (486+ words) The Portuguese government has approved a new law banning the wearing of the burqa and niqab in public spaces, mirroring similar legislation already in place in countries such as France and Denmark. The proposal was put forward by the far-right…...
Two American tourists stabbed by thugs on streets of Cascais in mugging gone wrong
5+ mon, 4+ week ago (353+ words) A US tourist was killed and another injured during an attempted robbery in Cascais on Wednesday, according to a source from the Lisbon Metropolitan Command (Cometlis) of the Public Security Police (PSP), speaking to Lusa news agency. The three suspects…...
Authorities reject 34 asylum requests from migrants who landed at Boca do Rio beach
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (325+ words) Portuguese authorities have rejected 34 of the 38 asylum requests from the group of Moroccan migrants who disembarked in the Algarve on August 8th. According to the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) the authorities considered the requests, made by adults and…...
Exploring the Algarve: Hidden Gems for Every Traveler
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (274+ words) The Algarve is the southernmost region of Portugal, known for its stunning coastline, golden beaches, and sunny weather. Beyond the popular tourist spots, it offers a variety of unique attractions, including hidden sea caves, dramatic cliffs, scenic nature parks, and…...