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How to holiday in Saudi Arabia like Cristiano Ronaldo and wife-to-be Georgina Rodriguez
The National News
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Days after proposing to long-time girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez, Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo was rumoured to be headed to Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve and one of Saudi Arabia’s most luxurious resorts, on its own island in the Red...
Irish man is found dead in Portugal days after vanishing near tourist attraction: Police launch probe
Daily Mail
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August 19, 2025
By FRANCINE WOLFISZ, NEWS REPORTER Published: 17:41 EDT, 19 August 2025 | Updated: 17:43 EDT, 19 August 2025 The family of a missing Irish man in Portugal have tragically confirmed he has been found dead. Mark Kiely, from County Donegal, was last...
Do YOU have 'tipping torment' when abroad? Half of holidaymakers fear awkward faux pas
Daily Mail
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August 19, 2025
By LUCY EVANS, MONEY REPORTER Updated: 19:01 EDT, 19 August 2025 Almost half of holidaymakers are not confident about tipping restaurant staff or taxi drivers when abroad, new research reveals. Some 46 per cent of adults battle so-called 'tipping...
Portugal home to best river beach in Europe
The Portugal News
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Discover why Tapada Grande Beach is one of the best river beaches in Europe, with water temperatures reaching 30°C. This river beach is distinguished by its tranquil atmosphere, extensive sand, and a reservoir with calm, warm waters, ideal for...
Tourism in Western Crete | Research: Same expenses as in 2024, businesses “cannot cope”
Tornos News
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August 19, 2025
The average spending of tourists in Western Crete in the main expense categories remained at the same levels as in 2024 during this summer (up until the end of July), according to the annual survey on the profile of tourists in the region, which...
Lisbon top 10 for “workcations”
The Portugal News
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Currently, 60% of hybrid workers are more likely to extend their vacations to work remotely than they were this time last year, according to a report by Publituris. Lisbon ranks 7th in this ranking, having dropped two places compared to the 2024...
Group of citizens asks APA to veto the expansion of Lisbon Airport
Portugal Pulse
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August 19, 2025
The Expansion Plan for Humberto Delgado Airport (AHD) to a maximum capacity of 45 movements per hour was submitted to the government by ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal on August 5 and will now undergo review by the oversight authorities and aviation...
Andaz to welcome ’empowering’ Portuguese property, late 2025
Hotel Designs
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August 19, 2025
A fresh wave of creative hospitality is set to arrive in the heart of Portugal’s capital, as Andaz Lisbon, the first Portuguese outpost of Hyatt’s luxury lifestyle brand, is set to open in Q4 2025. Nestled on the iconic Rua do Comércio, just steps...
Research | Fewer families with children, more off-peak travel - Southern Europe in focus
Tornos News
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August 19, 2025
New analysis by Capital Economics shows that the increase in the number of adults with children is contributing to the gradual strengthening of off-peak vacations. Travelers without family commitments take advantage of lower prices and choose to...
Exact date 'megafire' set to hit Spanish holiday spots as locals call for 'urgent' action
Daily Express
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August 19, 2025
Officials have issued a dire warning that a 'megafire' could soon engulf the Extremadura region in Spain if urgent action isn't taken. The western region is currently grappling with one of the most severe environmental crises in its recent history...
Portuguese economy’s external surplus falls to 2,265 million
Portugal Pulse
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August 19, 2025
The Bank of Portugal (BdP) reports that the reduction in the surplus is attributed to a 2.748 billion euros increase in the goods deficit, driven by rising imports (+2.490 billion euros) and a decrease in exports (-258 million euros). This is...
Can Portugal Win the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The Portugal News
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As ever, Portugal will be one of the favorites, but the expanded format will test even the best teams in the heat of the US, Canada, and Mexico. The best online sports betting in Texas might like to get behind the host nation in 2026 but recent...
These are Europe’s most dog-friendly beaches in 2025
Time Out
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If you've got a four-legged friend who loves the sand and sea as much as you do, then you’re not alone. Searches for ‘dog-friendly holidays’ have jumped by nearly a third in the past month, according to holiday home rental company CV Villas, and...
New Foreign Office Spain travel advice as thousands evacuated amid devastation
The Mirror
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August 19, 2025
The Foreign Office has issued fresh travel guidance to Spain as thousands of residents across the nation face evacuation orders. Devastating wildfires are currently sweeping through the country's northeastern regions, with flames having already...
The Map That Leads to You review – sugary Amazon romance works best as travelogue
The Guardian
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August 19, 2025
A book-loving American woman in her 20s decides to spend time in Europe before she settles into the safety of a finance job in New York City, but she ends up falling for a man who is harbouring a tragic secret about his future. She’s played by an...
Heartbreak as missing Irish tourist in Portugal is found dead
Irish Mirror
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August 19, 2025
The family of an Irish man who had been reported missing in Portugal has confirmed that he has been found dead. Mark Kiely, from Donegal, was last seen in the early hours of Saturday, August 16, in the Old Town area of Albufeira, near the beach...
Lisbon in August: Sunsets and Local Festivities
Breaking Travel News
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August 19, 2025
Lisbon is set to welcome Festas do Mar from 28 August to 7 September 2025 in Cascais, just a 40-minute train ride from the city centre. For ten days, the bay will come alive with free open-air concerts by some of the country’s biggest artists,...
Itzik Elgarat, 68: Kibbutz handyman who loved to travel the globe
The Times of Israel
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August 19, 2025
Itzik Elgarat, 68, was kidnapped from his home in Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7 and murdered in captivity. When terrorists streamed into the kibbutz that Saturday morning, Itzik held the door to his reinforced room closed. The gunmen shot and...
The 20 greatest all-inclusive holiday destinations
AOL
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The all-inclusive package at Ozen Life Maadhoo in the Maldives, includes drinks, mini-bar replenishment and moreUnexpected costs on holiday can play havoc with your budget. You may have opted to pay for flights and accommodation upfront, but once...
World Wine Tourism Organization interested in cooperation with Armenia
Finport
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ArmInfo. The World Wine Tourism Organization (GWTO) is interested in cooperation with Armenia. This was stated by GWTO President Antonio Vidal during a meeting with the Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Republic of Armenia...