By Purity M
152 articles published
Algarve鈥檚 New Tourist Tax
A tourist tax of two euros for overnight stays is set to commence on May 21st in the district of Faro. The City Council of Albufeira has intimated its plans to start charging this fee in the municipality as high season approaches. The tax was to enter into force on May 2nd but in a […]
Thirty Seconds to Mars ‘Seasons World Tour’ Comes to the MEO Arena
Calling all Echelon fans in Portugal! Thirty Seconds to Mars are set to electrify Lisbon with a stop on their monumental “Seasons World Tour 2024.” The concert will be held on Wednesday, May 29th, at the MEO Arena. The multi-platinum rock band, led by brothers Jared and Shannon Leto, is back with a bang. Their […]
Dave Matthews Band Set to Rock Lisbon This May
The Dave Matthews Band is coming to Lisbon on May 5th 2024. The critically acclaimed American rock band has been on a tour throughout Europe, and will conclude with a concert at Lisbon鈥檚 MEO Arena. Their most recent album, 鈥榃alk Around the Moon鈥� was released in May 2023, and has garnered significant commercial success. The […]
All Gears Set! Ecar Show Returns to Lisbon
Car enthusiasts are in for a good time as the Ecar Show holds its sixth edition next month. This will be at the Lisbon International Fair, located next to the Tagus and about 5 minutes from the airport. The show will run from the 17th to the 19th of May 2024. The much anticipated event […]
New Bus Route for Lisbon Airport
Lisbon Airport has now joined the FlixBus domestic and international network, connecting to Porto, Faro and Madrid-Barajas airports. Visitors can now take the bus to any of the three airports, making travel a lot easier and seamless in that regard. The connection to Madrid-Bajaras international airport is a plus, expanding the reach. This also means […]
Free Portuguese Lessons!…and Porto’s goodness
Good news for all who鈥檝e fancied learning a bit of Portuguese. The University of Porto just announced a free online introductory course that not only offers basic knowledge of the language, but also takes the learner through a virtual journey in the heart of Porto. These lessons will come in handy to those who wish […]
All Jazz and Sunny Days; Enjoying Summer in Oeiras
Summer is just around the corner, and so are highly awaited summer festivities. One of these is the Somersby Out Jazz, a free open-air music festival. Its 18th edition returns this May running through September in Oeiras. The latter is part of the Lisbon metropolitan area, and about 19 kilometers drive from Lisbon. Every Sunday […]
Gamers’ Paradise: Leira, Portugal Hosts 鈥業nsane鈥� Gaming Extravaganza
A staggering estimate of 40,000 gamers are expected to attend the upcoming Obidos Vila Gaming event in the town district of Leiria. The event will run from 4th to 12th May 2024 between 11 am and 8 pm. This will be its second edition after a successful debut last year. The gaming event will be […]
Light up the Skies! April 24 Night Festivities at Terreiro do Pa莽o
The Carnation Revolution (April 25th) festivities are here, and Lisbon鈥檚 main square is about to set the pace as they kick off tonight. Fireworks, concerts and video-mapping will be on at the Terreiro do Pa莽o, and admission is free. Pin-shaped carnations will also be available on site. Portugal is marking the 50th anniversary of the […]
Portugal Home to New UNESCO Geopark
UNESCO has listed 18 new geoparks from around the world, and Portugal鈥檚 Oeste is one of them. This addition brings the total to 213 across 48 different countries. These parks are not only merely stunning, but they are also recognized specifically for their geological heritage and role in supporting local communities. The UNESCO Global Geopark […]
Portugal鈥檚 City Named One of Europe鈥檚 Most Sustainable
Many European destinations are endeavoring to cut their emissions for sustainability, but some, including Portugal鈥檚 charming Porto, have stood out for their efforts. A study by DiscoverCars.com, a car hire company has revealed some of the most sustainable cities in Europe after analyzing data on various factors. These include pollution levels, nature areas closest to […]
‘Lisbon Under Stars’ Spectacle Returns
The grand Ruinas do Carmo monument will be aglow with light, sound and atmospheric feel for an immersive show next month. Dubbed 鈥楲isbon Under Stars鈥�, the show will open on 2 May 2024 at 9.30 pm, and run from Monday to Saturday (9.30 pm to 10.30 pm). It will be narrated by Catarina Furtado. Lisbon […]
