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The Official Launch: PGA TOUR Champions Arrives in Portugal
Portuguese golf is about to have its moment on the world stage. From 31st July to 2nd August, 2026, the prestigious PGA TOUR Champions arrives in Portugal for a weekend of world-class competition at T...
By Andre Pereira
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Lagos, Algarve: A Town That Still Feels Lived-In
Plenty of coastal towns in southern Europe have been reshaped entirely around tourism — all hotels and t-shirt shops, shuttered and hollow outside of July and August. Lagos, on Portugal's southern coa...
By Annabel Peters
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The Wild Lagoon Hiding Right Next to the Runway
If you’ve ever flown into Faro, you’ve already seen Ria Formosa, even if nobody told you its name. In the final minute or two before landing, the plane drops low over a sprawling maze of channels, san...
By Simon Pluckrose
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Moving to Portugal: What UK Movers Need to Know in 2026
Portugal has topped the “where should I move” shortlist for British expats for years, and it’s easy to see why. Three hundred days of sunshine, a relaxed pace of life, English spoken almost everywhere...
By Christopher Chalmers
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Marina de Vilamoura International Boat Show 2026
Now in its 29th year, the Marina de Vilamoura International Boat Show is Southern Europe’s premier open-water nautical exhibition — a nine-day showcase of vessels, technology, and maritime lifestyle s...
By Simon Pluckrose
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Benagil Cave, Algarve: Where the Sea Carved Something Extraordinary
There are places in the world that stop you mid-breath. Benagil Cave — tucked into the sun-baked limestone cliffs of the Algarve — is one of them. You arrive by boat, rounding a modest headland with n...
By Annabel Peters
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The Water Toys Edit
The ocean has always held us at arm’s length — magnificent, vast, and just out of reach. The Sublue Vapor changes that equation entirely.Picture this: you’ve dropped anchor off the Algarve’s golden co...
By Simon Pluckrose
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Kids on Board: Making Family Charters Fun and Safe
Will the kids get bored? What about seasickness? Is it safe for toddlers? Can we really enjoy this as a family?Take a deep breath. A yacht charter with children can be one of the most magical family e...
By Simon Pluckrose
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Tavira: The Algarve's Hidden Gem Where the Tides Rule the Beach
Nestled in the eastern Algarve, Tavira is often called the most authentic and beautiful town in the region. But what truly sets this charming destination apart isn't just its Moorish architecture or i...
By LORNA BROWN
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5 Breath-taking Sunrise Yoga Spots Along the Algarve Coastline
The Algarve's golden coastline offers some of Europe's most spectacular settings for sunrise yoga. As dawn breaks over the Atlantic, these peaceful spots provide the perfect backdrop for your morning...
By Celia Santos
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Praia da Coelha, Algarve Coast · Beach Restaurant
There's something undeniably special about arriving somewhere by sea. We dropped anchor a short distance offshore and were met by the restaurant's own tender, ferried directly to Praia da Coelha and d...
By Sara Riviera
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Golden Hour on the Algarve Coast
There's something magical about the Algarve at golden hour. As the sun begins its descent toward the Atlantic, the entire coastline transforms into a painter's dream, with warm amber light washing ove...
By Christopher Chalmers
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The Ultimate Pastel de Nata Crawl Through the Algarve
If there's one thing that unites everyone in Portugal—locals, expats, and tourists alike—it's the collective swoon over a perfect pastel de nata. Those crispy, flaky shells cradling silky custard with...
By Annabel Peters
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The Yacht Lens
Your yacht charter is going to be an unforgettable experience, and you'll want photos that do it justice. Whether you're a content creator yacht charter enthusiast or simply documenting a luxury lifes...
By Casper Grey
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Market Day Adventures
There's something magical about waking up early on a Saturday morning in the Algarve, knowing that the vibrant mercados are stirring to life. The scent of fresh bread, the calls of vendors, the kaleid...
By LORNA BROWN
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The Simple Pleasures of Boat Life in the Algarve
There's a particular kind of contentment that comes with owning a boat in the Algarve. It's not the glamorous, champagne-soaked fantasy you might see in magazines, but something quieter and more rewar...
By Clive Richardson
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The Therapeutic Benefits of Being on the Water
When guests step aboard our luxury yacht charter in Vilamoura, something shifts almost immediately. Shoulders drop, breathing deepens, and within minutes of leaving the marina, you can see the tension...
By LORNA BROWN
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Morning Rituals: Coffee Culture
There's something about coastal mornings that makes the first sip of coffee taste different. In Portugal's Algarve, two towns separated by just 30 kilometres tell distinctly different stories through...
By LORNA BROWN
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Hidden Gems: Secret Coves and Beaches Only Accessible by Boat
The Algarve coastline between Vilamoura and Benagil holds one of Europe's most spectacular secrets: a 25-kilometre stretch of golden cliffs, hidden beaches, and sea caves that rival anything in the Me...
By LORNA BROWN
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