It’s the age-old story. From Benidorm to Albufeira, from Nazaré to Málaga, former quaint fishing villages have morphed into tourist Meccas.

With a full tank of gas and a spirit of adventure, you can uncover the hidden gems of the Algarve region.

Portugal is famous for its surfing culture, with many beaches attracting surfers from around the world. However, not all of ...

January brings rain to the Algarve, and with it, a series of practical challenges that separate long-term residents from newcomers still adjusting to Portuguese reality.

Lindsay Sutton enjoyed time in the Algarve away from the usual madding crowds and discovered another quieter side to the region along with its abundant natural offerings.

Portugal has quietly cemented itself as one of Europe’s most reliable golf destinations. Good weather, sensible travel distances, and a wide range of courses mean golf holidays in Portugal work just ...

Bonnie Ray says life in Portugal is more laid-back and chilled than the rat race and ‘keeping up with the Jones’s’ of the UK ...

As prices reach record levels in these key areas, attention has turned inland with Central Portugal and the Alentejo now ...

SPAIN has always been a top holiday destination for Brits – but is quickly being taken over by a number of other destinations ...

Dreaming of working from a beach? These four destinations make it possible with great internet, low living costs, and endless sunshine.

Some strategies are more counter-intuitive, however. A self-catering holiday might appear the best contender for a budget break, but for a family this could be a false economy. An all-inclusive hotel ...

CONOR MURRAY and wife Joanna Cooper finally jetted off on a tropical honeymoon – two years after getting married. The Munster ...