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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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
