Located near the lively town of Portimão, Praia da Rocha is one of the Algarve’s most versatile beaches. Its wide stretch of sand provides plenty of space even during peak season, while the calm ...

The Algarve region is known for its sun-kissed balmy beaches, whitewashed fishing villages, rocky sea cliffs, pinnacles, arches, and coves with wild shores made for surfing. There are so many fun ...

The region has over 100 beaches spread across its beautiful 200km coastline on its southern and western shores. They are renowned for their scenic qualities and also for their high standards. There ...

Portugal’s sun-soaked south-meets-west coast comes into its own in the summer months. It’s a gloriously varied and enticing landscape—a seemingly never ending series of rocky coves and luminous ...

Dreaming of a magical European holiday full of sun and sand? The Balearics, the South of France, and the Amalfi Coast are obvious picks, but have you considered Portugal? The tiny Iberian nation ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Hey, New York!” called out my Algarve boat tour operator, pointing across the blue-green water to the ...

The Algarve in southern Portugal continues to boost its reputation as one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations with an array of refined accommodation and mouth-watering culinary experiences.

Prince Henry the Navigator helped launch the age of seafaring exploration from the country’s Algarve coast. A family of sailors follows in his wake. Morning at Praia da Batata beach in the city of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joanne Shurvell writes about travel, food, culture and fashion. For the tenth time, the Algarve, in southern Portugal, has been ...