Detox workshop in Holiday Inn was a great success

Detox workshopFifteen people attended the workshop - Clean Body Clear Mind that was held by Carin Carli in the Holiday Inn Algarve in Armação de Pêra last Thursday. Everyone left motivated and inspired to a adjust their eating habits and lead a more healthy life.

Health coach Carin explained very simplistically how the body works and how chemicals in our modern lives affect your health.

Luso-Dutch Student launches project to enhance maritime tourism

Luso-Dutch Student launches project to enhance maritime tourismFounded earlier this week, February 10th 2014, the Portuguese start up SeaBookings aims to enhance maritime tourism in Portugal. It is an online platform where visitors can search, compare and buy tickets for maritime activities, such as boat tours, kayaking, surfing, diving, etc.

SeaBookings was founded by Femke Irik, only 22 years old, along with her sister, Bo, and friend, Márcio Sousa.

Algarve's Top Hotel for families

Tripadvisor AwardVILA VITA Parc has been awarded the 2014 Travellers' Choice Award: Top 25 Hotel for Families in Portugal by the readers of TripAdvisor. As a leading global authority on destinations and hotels, TripAdvisor showcases leading hotels from around the world, recognising the winning assets of VILA VILA Parc as among the best – and a firm favourite of TripAdvisor users.

Student Assembles 3D Printer at the International School of the Algarve

International SchoolA student of the International School of the Algarve, Johan Crook is leading a school team project to assemble a ‘RepRap’ 3D Printer.

The International School of the Algarve will be the only International school in the South of Portugal to have such an advanced piece of equipment.

Healthcare Support Workers Wanted

Hibiscus Health CareHibiscus Nursing is a new agency specialising in flexible healthcare support and nursing services in the home.  It will provide an on-demand service for people needing help.

Best Foot Forward at Vila Vita

Margaret Dabbs Foot care at Vila Vita SpaVILA VITA Parc has announced a new exclusive-to-Portugal partnership with Margaret Dabbs, the luxury specialist in foot care.

The products are now available at the five-star Algarve resort’s Vital Spa, where staff have been specially trained to provide a variety of treatments from the international company’s Beauty for the Feet range.

Merrylegs Pet Hotel grand opening weekend!!

Merrylegs Pet Hotel grand OpeningA fantastic time was had by all at Merry Legs Pet Hotel in Loulé last weekend at the The Grand Opening of this brand new state of the art facility to the public.  The Pet Hotel was officially opened by Helder Faisca president of the Junta Freguesia de São Sebastião on Friday 15th November. The first guests moved into the new Pet Hotel on Monday 18th November and according to Laura they have all settled in very well.

The pet hotel has been built according to all required standards and has been approved by the local authorities as well as having all necessary insurance and documentation required to operate.

14,000th property goes live on Meravista

Meravista - The fastest way to find property in the AlgarveSpecialist Algarve property and lifestyle portal Meravista reports strong growth after its first eight months in business and now has more than 14,000 properties listed on the site.

Meravista’s exclusive focus on the region is winning over agents, property sellers and buyers alike. Its latest figures report that one third of local Algarve property agents now have listings on the site.