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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Weathered boats, mooring ropes and a moment by the water. What would you make time for on a slow Algarve morning? From our photo archive.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
A couple were found dead near Lagos on 11 September. Their caretaker is in pre-trial detention. Our timeline separates confirmed developments from reported accounts. wearealgarve.com/2026/09/16/lagos-c…
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Lagos double homicide: what is known about the case - We Are Algarve
A caretaker is in custody after a couple were found dead near Lagos. A sourced timeline separates confirmed developments from reported accounts.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Amêndoa: almond. Figo: fig. Alfarroba: carob. Three flavours of Algarve sweets, not one fixed recipe. Save these menu words.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
A quick coffee or a proper pause? A cup, a pastry and a seat at the table. Sometimes that is enough of a plan. From our Algarve photo archive.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Flamingos, spoonbills and herons are among the Algarve's lagoon birds. No sighting is guaranteed. Bring binoculars and give birds space.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Octopus, leafy greens and colourful vegetables. How would you serve it: keep the sides simple, or make them part of the story? An Algarve plate from our photo archive.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
PISA cannot choose your child’s school. Moving to the Algarve? Check qualifications, language support and a confirmed place before choosing the property. wearealgarve.com/2026/09/11/schools…
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Schools in Portugal: a guide for UK families moving with children
Portugal or a UK curriculum? What British families should check about language support, school places, exams, inclusion and educational continuity.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Cataplana names both the hinged pan and the dish inside. It is not one fixed seafood recipe. Ask what is inside before ordering.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
A free flat can help bring a doctor to Albufeira. Keeping a public medical team takes more. What is agreed, and what is still a proposal? wearealgarve.com/2026/09/11/algarve…
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Doctors in the Algarve: the challenge of keeping public teams
Housing, recruitment and working conditions: what is agreed in the Algarve, and what remains a proposal.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Portimão bus changes from 11 September, Salir's fair on 12 to 14 September: the dates to check in our Algarve news roundup. wearealgarve.com/2026/09/10/cancell…
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Cancelled flights between London and Faro: what happened on Wednesday, and the day’s other news - We Are Algarve
A cancelled flight, a school bus route changing just as term begins, a housing proposal worth a closer look: Algarve news has a way of finding its way into the diary. This Thursday, 10 September, we look back at Wednesday’s flight cancellations, then turn to Portimão, Vila Real de Santo António and Faro. For the weekend, Salir has something rather more sociable planned.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Tavira in layers: water, whitewashed walls, tiled roofs and a clock above it all. What catches your eye first? From our Algarve photo archive.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
2034: more births to foreign mothers than Portuguese mothers? A national scenario, not a forecast. The Algarve context, explained: wearealgarve.com/2026/06/14/could-t…
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Could the Portuguese soon disappear from the Algarve? And the other news of the day - We Are Algarve
Births, hotel occupancy, beach tensions, Faro disruptions and Tavira heritage all point to the same question: how fast is the Algarve changing, and for whom?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
A good Japanese restaurant makes perfect sense in the Algarve for one obvious reason: fresh fish. Combine an international crowd with a region accustomed to seafood, and Japanese cuisine shifts from feeling imported to feeling right at home here.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Midsummer in the Algarve has a name: São João, the night of June 23 to 24. In Tavira, it transforms the old town into one long open-air celebration. We set out to discover what makes it special and found a feast of sardines, folk dancing, and a quiet sense of local pride.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Some Algarve beaches require boardwalks, stairs, or longer detours because the dunes and delicate coastal edges need safeguarding. The extra walk isn't a drawback of the location. It's part of how the landscape endures.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Not every small plate in Portugal is a tapa. In many places, petiscos are the more fitting local concept: informal dishes to share, snack on, and savor over conversation, drinks, and time.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Tavira salt is a blend of landscape, craftsmanship, and a local pantry essential. These salt flats define the eastern Algarve visually, but they also reveal the deep connection between food, climate, and place that still exists here.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Portugal is not just about Douro and Vinho Verde. Dão, Bairrada, Setúbal, Alentejo, Lisboa, and Madeira all have their devoted supporters. Which Portuguese wine region offers the best value, and which one receives more acclaim than it warrants?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Learning coffee names in Portugal saves awkward orders very quickly. Bica, galão, meia de leite, pingado, abatanado, each has a specific meaning. Do you prefer countries that maintain their own coffee vocabulary, or should cafés simplify things for visitors with clearer menus?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Portimão is often seen as just beaches, but the city also holds a rich fishing history, civic architecture, tiled façades, and a vibrant working-port identity. The Algarve is not just about the coast: it encompasses urban life as well.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Portuguese cheeses still don’t receive the same international spotlight as Portuguese wine, which is a mistake. Serra, Azeitão, São Jorge, Serpa, Évora—each offers a unique texture and character. Which one would you serve first, and is Serra really the clear champion?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Portuguese fish culture is rooted in repetition, seasonality, and straightforward cooking—bacalhau, sardinha, dourada, robalo, polvo, and more. Which one truly represents the essence of Portuguese culinary tradition, and which one receives excessive spotlight on menus?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
A Portuguese cervejaria is not just a spot for beer. It’s typically where simple seafood, fried snacks, draft beer, and laid-back local customs unite. More of an everyday ritual than a trendy idea.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Portuguese bread is more diverse than many visitors anticipate, ranging from pão alentejano and broa to papo seco, bolo do caco, and carcaça. If you had to choose just one to keep on the table, which one would it be, and which one is more renowned than it truly deserves?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Beach season is officially underway across the Algarve, but the region is stepping into summer under pressure. From the Fuzeta-Mar works to the upgraded health center in Monte Gordo, Carvoeiro’s Bl... wearealgarve.com/2026/06/09/beach-s…
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Beach season opens in the Algarve, but warning signs are already flashing: and the other Algarve stories today
Beach season is opening across the Algarve, but Fuzeta-Mar works, Monte Gordo healthcare, Carvoeiro events, water pressure and wildfire risk show the region is entering summer under real strain.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Portuguese charcuterie goes far beyond the two names most visitors recognize. Presunto, chouriço, alheira, morcela, paio—each has its advocates. Which one deserves more attention, and which one do people praise more than it truly merits?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Quarteira will conduct a test of its tsunami warning system on June 8 at 11:05 AM. This is not a real alert, but it is important for those living near the coast or who frequently spend time there. We’ve outlined why this tes... wearealgarve.com/2026/06/07/quartei…
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Quarteira tsunami alert test: what residents should know
Quarteira will test its tsunami warning system on 8 June at 11:05. Here is why it matters, and what residents and regular visitors should know.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
The Algarve cliffs appear striking due to the coastline being continuously molded by wind, salt, and erosion. This is why you see arches, caves, stacks, and those distinctive layered ochre rock faces that people instantly recognize here.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Ordering beer in Portugal becomes simpler once you grasp the vocabulary. Imperial, fino, caneca, tulipa, girafa—each one conveys something about both custom and quantity. Do you appreciate the local beer terms, or do they complicate things more than necessary for visitors?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Supermarkets in Portugal may appear similar from the outside, but they differ significantly when you start comparing prices, fresh produce sections, imported goods, and store layouts. If you had to pick just one chain for your weekly shopping in the Algarve, which one would come out on top, and w...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Faro is feeling the heat, beach regulations are back in the limelight, and summer festivities are ramping up. Check out our 5-story Algarve news roundup. wearealgarve.com/2026/06/05/f...
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Faro under pressure, beaches under debate, festivals on the way: the other news of the day in the Algarve - We Are Algarve
Faro airport disruption, beach access rules, Afro Nation in Portimão, Festival MED in Loulé and Formula 4 at the Autódromo: the five Algarve stories worth watching today.
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#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVforVocal Fado in Porto #Portugal #joactroolOT June 2024
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
June in Portugal signifies festival season, bustling streets, grilled sardines, plastic hammers in Porto, and neighborhood traditions that still feel very authentic if you choose the right one. If you could only pick one, would you opt for the grand city festas or a more intimate local celebration?
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Azulejos are more than mere decoration. They serve to protect walls, cool façades, and provide streets with their identity. In Portugal, even the smallest tiled details can reveal a great deal about the place, its age, and local style.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
One thing people notice in Portuguese streets: visible wires on older façades. Many houses were constructed long before modern telecommunications, so cables were added layer by layer instead of being concealed from the very beginning.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
The Algarve's water issue is no longer just a concept. If Faro Airport is encouraging tourists to conserve water, it highlights the genuine drought pressure we are facing. Enjoy the region, but please be more conscious... www.portugalresident.com/faro-airpo…
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Faro Airport to urge tourists to save water – Portugal Resident
Tourism authorities will launch a major water conservation campaign at Faro International Airport next Tuesday (July 23).
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Portuguese markets are less about one grand weekly event and more about the daily local vibe. In Tavira, you’ll often find seasonal fruits, modest produce stands, and little nuances that reveal what people truly purchase here.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Benagil is breathtaking, but not every boat trip is a wise choice. After 12 people were rescued near the cave, it serves as a reminder to check sea conditions, steer clear of the busiest times, and select ope... www.portugalresident.com/twelve-res…
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Twelve rescued after boat overturns near Benagil cave – Portugal Resident
Twelve people had to be rescued on Saturday after a tourist boat overturned near the famous Benagil sea cave in the Algarve.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Faro queues are a reality right now. Coming back from Morocco, passport control took longer than our flight. If you're flying in from outside Schengen this summer, make sure to allow extra time. Source: tinyurl.com/26gjanav
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Passengers arriving at Faro Airport this morning are facing lengthy passport queues
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
In Portimão, the Algarve reveals its beauty: ochre cliffs, vast beaches, and an endless sea. The kind of place where you slow down just to take in the scenery. 🌊☀️
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Who benefits from the beaches that are still a bit empty during this period before the arrival of travelers? 🌊🏖️
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
Spring in Tavira, and the white streets turn red. The bougainvillea climb every facade they can reach, peaking in May. The color is on the walls here, not in the gardens. Visitors who come for flowerbeds leave a bit puzzled; the rest halt in their tracks.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
In the alleys of old Faro, a small tapas restaurant worth the detour. 8 Tapas: intimate atmosphere, shareable portions, and an unusually extensive wine list for a place of this size.
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
🇬🇧 Snails, anyone? This mini-snail relative in Portugal, Helix aspersa or Theba pisana, is a genuine delicacy! Cooked in chicken broth with garlic, bay leaves, and oregano, they're in season from May to August – remember the rule: "every month without an R." Enjoy this Algarve treasure! 🌿🐌 🇵🇹 Cara...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
🇬🇧 🇵🇹🍴 The Algarve is waiting for you with its traditional dishes! Savor the roasted octopus, the seafood cataplana, and the garlic roasted chicken. Don't miss the Dom Rodrigo dessert and an Amarguinha liqueur to wrap up the meal! 🍊 🇵🇹 🇧🇷🍴 O Algarve espera por você com seus pratos tradicionais! Sabo...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
🇬🇧 Fuseta sous la pluie ressemble à un secret gardé juste pour nous. Les lampadaires brillent, le ciel est dramatique, et les terrasses vides attendent le retour de l'été. Oui, il pleut en Algarve—mais le soleil n'est jamais loin. 🇵🇹 Fuseta sob a chuva parece um segredo guardado só para nós. Os ...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
🇬🇧 Today, Tavira is adorned with red carnations—symbols of hope and freedom. The city proudly remembers April 25th, honoring both the past and the joy of peace. Viva Portugal. 🇵🇹 Hoje Tavira está vestida de cravos vermelhos—símbolos de esperança e liberdade. A cidade lembra o 25 de Abril com org...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
🇬🇧 Golden cliffs plunging into turquoise waters, winding stairs carved into the rock, and sunlight bathing everything in honey hues. This is Ponta da Piedade: pure Algarve magic captured in a single glance. 🇵🇹 Falésias douradas mergulhando em águas turquesa, escadas sinuosas esculpidas na rocha,...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
🇬🇧 A morning in Albufeira: sun-bleached walls, a weathered red door, and a cascade of magenta bougainvillea brightening the narrow, tranquil streets. The Algarve's secret? It's in these little corners and scents. 🇵🇹 Uma manhã em Albufeira: paredes desbotadas pelo sol, uma porta vermelha envelhec...
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We Are Algarve • Portugal @wearealgarve.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Stolen moments in Portimão 🌊🌅 A boat glides across shimmering waters, as the sky paints a cinematic backdrop. Strolling through the streets, the warm rose of the winds stands tall, anchoring everyday life. Would you prefer the view from the water or the charm of the alleys?
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