January and February are not particularly busy months in the Algarve but, that is not to say that life comes…
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Tree of the Year
European Tree of the Year 2021 was won by Spain’s 1,000-year-old holm oak, The Millennial Carrasca of Lecina, beating 14…
The Algarve’s beaches are world-best
What do Marinha, Falésia, Meia Praia, Odeceixe and Manta Rota have in common? They’re just some of the many beaches…
Events leading up to Christmas and beyond
Algarve has been gearing up to Christmas and the new year. There is plenty to see and visit, obviously following…
Portuguese cuisine – feijoada
Food is known as a universal language, traversing cultures and the spoken word — we can also learn a lot…
Is it bread, a locust bean or a legume?
Grown mostly in Algarve, Portugal is one of the largest producers of carob in the world. It is a member…
Boa Esperança – a floating museum
During the Age of Discovery, early 15th century to early 17th century, the Portuguese were maritime giants. The vessels they used during…
Equestrians compete in Vilamoura
Returning for the second consecutive year, Portugal’s CSI2* and CSIO3* start on November 18 and continue until Sunday, the 21st. Vilamoura Equestrian Centre is…
Zoo celebrates 21st birthday
Animals are very often part of a family holiday. A trip out to sea to watch dolphins, a visit to…
Algarve museums
When we think of a museum, many of us envisage a large old building, a musty smell and uninviting exhibits. …