Reluctantly the Madrugada management team has decided to close its Portimão charity shop. Research before its opening in March 2011 indicated that the location right in the centre of town on Rua Direita near the theatre was a good position. Since then, however, things have radically changed.

With its partners at Rotary International, members of the Rotary Club Estoi Palace International have just made a huge difference to hungry families across the Algarve.

We are very pleased to announce our new Membership packages for the year! Our 2018 membership packages offer an array of advantages including:

- Discounts in the golf shop and restaurant;
- Complimentary use of the short game area and driving range reductions;
- A new attractive renewal rate for Bronze members;
- Expanded incentives for the member-bring-a-member program;
- Gold early discounts (before October 31st);
- Complimentary Portuguese Golf Federation fee for Gold members.

Last week in Óbidos, Portugal, VILA VITA Parc was awarded with the distinction of Best Resort Hotel in Portugal at the Publituris Portugal Travel Awards 2017 Gala. These awards, also known as the “Oscars of Tourism”, are an initiative of the national paper Publituris, aiming to award the best in tourism in Portugal.

This award takes on an even more special meaning by being given in the year when VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa celebrates its 25th Anniversary.

A decorative item, a 100% Portuguese brand, a distinctive ambient light, a classic candle and a modern lamp, these are the candles of the Candle In brand, now available at Mar d’Estórias.

The candles are customized as a replica of the Portuguese tiles that are part of the decoration in the Bistro / Café of Mar d'Estórias, so memories of the experience you’ve had in this space are always with you.

There is a sea of products full of history available in the most Portuguese shop in Lagos that, due to their respect for Portuguese customs, have become more than mere products and started to work in partnership with Mar d’Estórias.
Thus, for those who like a traditional style, but with a very modern twist the Victoria Handmade bag, is your product and is available in various colours and sizes; and you will never miss a drink to celebrate a special occasion, with different original Port wines and Gin from Portugal in Tube.

Located in the centre of the historic city of Lagos, the Mar d'Estorias experience culminates in a Terrace Bar where the combination of sea breeze and sunset is enhanced by a fantastic view.

Whatever your plans this summer, do not miss a relaxed afternoon or a magical evening on one of the most Algarvian terraces in Lagos. The Portuguese music, a simple, modern decoration that appeals to the comfort and the smell of the sea that is possible to breathe in the Terrace Bar are the perfect combination for sharing pleasant moments.

The transformation of VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa continues, with the opening of the resort’s newly-remodelled hair salon and barber shop, which is now also available to non-resident guests.

Following a stylish re-design, the space showcases an entirely new, sophisticated and elegant vibe. In addition to the hair treatment area, there is also a barber and male grooming section, and a manicure and pedicure station.