A round-up of some of the stand-out events happening in the Algarve in September. Plus inspiration on things to see and do. Why not visit an art gallery? or drink some amazing cocktails?
September is considered by many to one of the best months to visit the Algarve. And we don't disagree! Check out these Read more
Thirty years ago, on 26th April 1992, the doors opened on VILA VITA Parc, the Algarve’s newest resort, bringing style, substance, and an assured elegance to hospitality in the region. In the three decades since, the resort continues to set the standards for luxury travel and the fine art of apparently effortless service, while accompanying, and often, setting the trends in gastronomy, sustainabi... More info
Oktoberfest in the Algarve! VILA VITA Oktoberfest is back in 2022. Celebrating 10 years, this year's Oktoberfest at the Biergarten promises to be extra special. Featuring a fabulous oompah band, german dishes and plenty of great beer! VILA VITA Biergarten hosts the 10th edition of the Oktoberfest this autumn, from 29th September to 9th October. A fun and fabulous celebration that brings germani... More info
Fun is on at W Algarve this spring. Parties, DJ sessions, wine-tasting, cocktails at dusk. Add some style to your life with the W vibe. See what's on at W Algarve here and book your spot for some stylish fun. W Algarve is making waves and bringing some WOW to the party! Join the fun as the Algarve's newest resort hosts a series of fabulous events throughout the spring. EASTER OPEN AIR by Fus... More info
Discount of up to 15% on April stays at Villa Infinity, Vale do Lobo. Enjoy the infinite bliss of sunny days at a luxury villa, close to the beach, golf, restaurants and bars of Vale do Lobo. Book with Blue Sky Villas now to get 15% off two-week stays and 10% off one-week stays in April. Blue Sky Villas offers a range of holiday rental properties in Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago. The gorgeous... More info
Reach for the Stars Green Edition featuring Michelin Green Star chefs Marc Segarra and Carlos Teixeira, in August and September 2022. A fabulous gourmet experience where flavour and sustainability go hand in hand. Advance booking is required. Hosted by VILA VITA Parc as part of the resort's 30 year anniversary celebrations. Renowned for its gourmet excellence and amazing events, VILA VITA Parc ... More info
Jennifer Irvine - scenes from the Algarve exhibition at Côrte-Real Gallery. Sunlight on white-washed walls, colourful bougainvillea, blue skies. Gorgeous art infused with skill and love. To be enjoyed at Côrte-Real Gallery throughout September and October. Scottish artist Jennifer Irvine is known for her town and seascapes. She draws on the effects of sunlight on an object, be it on a bu... More info
Thinking of moving to the Algarve? Join the Living in the Algarve seminar at Quinta do Lago. Independent, expert advice on residency in Portugal, taxation, property in the Algarve, healthcare and more. Free entry, advance registration required. Portugal continues to rank as one of the safest and best countries in the world to live in. And the Algarve, in the sunny south, offers a fabulous clima... More info
Grace, elegance and luxury in a beautiful beach-front location, the Red Chalet is the most recent addition to the VILA VITA Collection of outstanding luxury rental properties in the Algarve. Tranquil, stylish, romantic and private, literally just steps from the beach, this is an evocative, historical building that now meets, and surpasses, all the needs of the modern traveller, delivering a ho... More info
The Algarve, Portugal offers wreck dives, natural and artificial reef dives, with a rich and diverse sealife. There are good sea conditions almost all year round and excellent dive centres for diving expeditions and scuba-diving courses. Easydivers Dive Centre, Albufeira, shares their top dive spots in the Algarve waiting to welcome you to the magical under-water world. The gorgeous Algarve coa... More info
What's on at Quinta do Lago this summer? A superb lineup of family fun, live music, full moon parties, junior camps, plenty of sport and entertainment. A full programme of summer 2022 fun on the beach, by the lake and on the golf course! Find out what's happening here and get details on all the upcoming events. Quinta do Lago is an iconic luxury lifestyle resort in Portugal's souther... More info
Cocktails are good mood in a glass, pairing perfectly with sunshine and seaside. Grey and dreary does not a cocktail make. Magical mixology brings colour, vibrancy and flavour, giving life to our daydreams. Modern-day mixologists are like wizards of old, lifting spirits, creating moods and casting spells with their magical libations. Cocktails are a treat, a holiday vibe, a fun time and a pro... More info
New in 2022! Pêra Bistro Bar brings vitality and smiles to the food scene in Armação de Pêra. This family-run bistro is home to tasty, freshly prepared tapas, a great selection of local wines, cocktails that make you want more than one, and welcoming hospitality. Add in live music sessions, and it’s the perfect venue for relaxed food and fun. Pêra Bistro Bar opened during the pandemic, w... More info
Let’s declare 2023 the year of fun! Get yourself on the beach, feast on new sights and new flavours, share laughs with friends, moments with lovers and giggles with the kids. Below is some inspiration for things to do on your next visit to the Algarve. There are free-to-enjoy things to do, gourmet dining experiences, views to soothe your soul, and parties to make you shake your hips! In South... More info
The hugely popular Rota do Petisco is back! Join the Tapas Route for tasty snacks plus a drink for just €3.50 at participating venues. The tapas feature Algarve products and flavours and give a little taste of what each venue offers. Grab some friends and follow the tapas trails across the Algarve. The brainchild of Portimão based Teia d'Impulsos (a cultural and social association), the Rota... More info