Brits in Portugal

07/08/2026

📱🏨 Before heading out, take a photo of your hotel address, save it on your phone, or pick up an address card from reception.

In an unfamiliar area - especially after drinking - it’s easy to get disoriented.

Carrying the address helps you get home safely.
👉🏻 https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/stick-with-your-mates-travel-aware/

05/08/2026

🎶 Heading to a festival in northern Portugal this summer? 🇵🇹

Whether you're rocking out at , or , you'll be able to catch great British acts including Wet Leg, Bloc Party, Kasabian and Kaiser Chiefs. Before you go:

✅ Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun
✅ Keep an eye on your belongings and drinks
✅ Agree a meeting point with friends
✅ Make sure you have travel insurance and know how you're getting home

📋 Read our Festival Abroad Travel Safety Checklist: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/festivals-abroad-travel-safety-checklist

Have a great time and stay safe! 🎸☀️

05/08/2026

🎓 Gostavas de fazer um mestrado no Reino Unido?

As bolsas Chevening estão de volta a Portugal e as candidaturas já estão abertas 🇵🇹

Se tens potencial de liderança e vontade de contribuir para soluções, ideias e mudanças que importam aos nossos dois países, esta oportunidade pode ser para ti ✨

Tens até 6 de outubro para te candidatar.

🔗 Descobre mais aqui: https://www.chevening.org/scholarship/portugal/

05/08/2026

⚠️🍹 Spiking isn’t always obvious. Look out for:

➡️ Feeling more drunk than you should

➡️ Sudden drowsiness or confusion

➡️ Hallucinations, paranoia, or memory blackouts

Trust your instincts - if something feels wrong, it probably is.

More information and advice 👉🏻 https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/spiking-and-methanol-poisoning/

05/08/2026

The most recent addition to The Royal Family was born in Lisbon.

🎉🍼 Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie and Mr Jack Brooksbank are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their daughter, born on Monday, 3rd August 2026, at 6.20pm, at a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal.

The baby was born weighing 6 pounds 9 ounces.

Their Majesties The King and Queen and other members of The Royal Family were delighted to be informed of the news.

📸 Jack Brooksbank

03/08/2026

⚔️ Step back in time this August and discover Portugal’s medieval past! 🏰

From knights and jesters to bustling markets, traditional food and live entertainment, August is one of the best months to experience Portugal's famous medieval fairs.

🏰 Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria (Santa Maria da Feira)
📅 Until 9 August
One of Europe's largest historical re-enactment events, transforming the city into a medieval kingdom.
🔗 www.viagemmedieval.com

🕌 Feira Medieval de Silves (Algarve)
📅 7-15 August
The historic Moorish capital comes alive with medieval markets, music, performances and traditional gastronomy.
🔗 www.feiramedievaldesilves.pt

⚔️ Festa da História (Vila Nova de Cerveira)
📅 13-16 August
Four days of medieval-themed entertainment, including parades, theatre, music, falconry and traditional crafts.
🔗 Visit Portugal event page

🏹 Dias Medievais de Castro Marim (Eastern Algarve)
📅 26-30 August
One of Portugal’s most iconic medieval festivals, set around the town’s castle with tournaments, parades and period costumes.
🔗 diasmedievais.cm-castromarim.pt

More fairs: https://wetravelportugal.com/medieval-fairs-portugal/

✨ Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable day out, these events offer a fantastic opportunity to explore Portugal's rich heritage.

Have you visited any of Portugal's medieval fairs? Share your favourites in the comments! 👇

🏰⚔️🇵🇹

01/08/2026

⚠️ You may assume you won’t need medical evacuation on holiday - but serious illness or injury can happen.

Being transported to hospital – or even back to the UK - for treatment is expensive.

✅ Make sure your policy covers medical evacuation.

For more information visit 👉🏻 https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/travel-insurance/

30/07/2026

Today, on International Friendship Day, we're celebrating one of the world's oldest friendships: that between the UK and Portugal 🇬🇧🤝🇵🇹

From centuries of shared history to moments like the recent visit of Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh to Portugal, our partnership continues to be strengthened by the people, communities and connections that bring our countries together.

We're proud of the enduring ties between the UK and Portugal, built on friendship, cooperation and shared values, and we look forward to many more years of friendship ahead.

Happy International Friendship Day to all our oldest friend ❤️

30/07/2026

⚠️ Friends don’t leave friends behind.

Being alone while drunk can put you at serious risk abroad.

✅ Stay together throughout the night.

✅ If you’re in the same accommodation, go back together.

Visit 👉🏻 https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk/stick-with-your-mates-travel-aware/ and share this message

28/07/2026

🚖 Visiting Albufeira? Changes to Uber and Bolt pick-up points

Local traffic restrictions in parts of Albufeira mean Uber and Bolt drivers may not be able to pick you up or drop you off at your exact location. You may need to walk to a designated pick-up point and allow extra time for your journey.

⚠️ Stay safe: Only use the official Uber or Bolt app and never accept rides from people claiming to be drivers outside the platform.

Before getting in:
✅ Check the registration number
✅ Confirm the driver's name
✅ Verify the vehicle matches the details in the app
Using the app from booking to drop-off helps ensure your journey is tracked and gives you access to important safety features.