The Portuguese newspaper Expresso had an edition on 30th September 2006 that was accompanied by a box decorated with images of the Bom Sucesso’s resort. Inside the box, a brochure was included.
This box received the “Silver Prize”.
Friday 15 June 2007
Bom Sucesso awarded
On the 9th Festival of the Portuguese Creative’s Club, that took place last month in Lisbon, Bom Sucesso’s advertisement was awarded for its creativity.
The Portuguese newspaper Expresso had an edition on 30th September 2006 that was accompanied by a box decorated with images of the Bom Sucesso’s resort. Inside the box, a brochure was included.
The Portuguese newspaper Expresso had an edition on 30th September 2006 that was accompanied by a box decorated with images of the Bom Sucesso’s resort. Inside the box, a brochure was included.
Ota airport – will it happen or not?
Since it was announced by the government, the new airport’s location was seriously criticized…
In the last days, the discussion gained a new proportion. An alternative location was suggested and the minister decided to put on hold (for a period of six months) the Ota project until a new study about Alcochete is prepared.
On a press conference, organized by ADRO (Agency for the Development of the “Oeste” Region), were gathered important community members, namely mayors of the districts, presidents of the tourism regions, and charmains of several companies.
Telmo Faria (ADRO’s president and mayor of Óbidos council town) said that «during many years a technical discussion took place and finally in 1999 a political decision was made.» This decision conducted to investments over 3 million euros in the Oeste’s tourism. Now he can not believe that the decision is being questioned.
On the day before (June, 12th), 10 mayors of the council towns surrounding Ota met the minister wishing to clarify why he backed on the decision previously announced. It seems that after a study on Alcochete’s location turned public, he had no other choice than order a comparison between the two locations.
Three days after, it was revealed the origin of Alcochete’s study: it was requested and paid by a group of investors.
In my opinion, this means that the new airport location will be decided by the big capitals of Portugal, independently of any other important reasons that should be considered, such as environmental issues, accesses, etc.
Money is talking louder and a huge combat is happening between two groups of investors (something like north versus south, but in a smaller scale).
At this point, unfortunately, we can not take Ota as granted.
In the last days, the discussion gained a new proportion. An alternative location was suggested and the minister decided to put on hold (for a period of six months) the Ota project until a new study about Alcochete is prepared.
On a press conference, organized by ADRO (Agency for the Development of the “Oeste” Region), were gathered important community members, namely mayors of the districts, presidents of the tourism regions, and charmains of several companies.
Telmo Faria (ADRO’s president and mayor of Óbidos council town) said that «during many years a technical discussion took place and finally in 1999 a political decision was made.» This decision conducted to investments over 3 million euros in the Oeste’s tourism. Now he can not believe that the decision is being questioned.
On the day before (June, 12th), 10 mayors of the council towns surrounding Ota met the minister wishing to clarify why he backed on the decision previously announced. It seems that after a study on Alcochete’s location turned public, he had no other choice than order a comparison between the two locations.
Three days after, it was revealed the origin of Alcochete’s study: it was requested and paid by a group of investors.
In my opinion, this means that the new airport location will be decided by the big capitals of Portugal, independently of any other important reasons that should be considered, such as environmental issues, accesses, etc.
Money is talking louder and a huge combat is happening between two groups of investors (something like north versus south, but in a smaller scale).
At this point, unfortunately, we can not take Ota as granted.
Thursday 14 June 2007
Alcobaça’s apple is going to have an eco-tour
The Association of Alcobaça’s apple producers and the agriculture school present on 15th June the Alcobaça’s apple eco-tour.
This circuit was specially designed for students, customers and tourists, and its main goal is to promote the Alcobaça’s apples and the environmental system wherein it is produced.
This product is originated from the council towns of Alcobaça, Nazaré, Caldas da Rainha, Óbidos and Porto de Mós. And the usage of this brand implies a certain number of rules since the production until the moment it is packaged for sale.
This circuit was specially designed for students, customers and tourists, and its main goal is to promote the Alcobaça’s apples and the environmental system wherein it is produced.
This product is originated from the council towns of Alcobaça, Nazaré, Caldas da Rainha, Óbidos and Porto de Mós. And the usage of this brand implies a certain number of rules since the production until the moment it is packaged for sale.
Monday 11 June 2007
Torres Vedras becoming a Spa destination
The spa of Vale dos Cucos in Torres Vedras is going to be remodelled. The new project includes a 5-star hotel, a spa, a research centre, a golf course and a museum, in an investment over 39 million euros.
The project was presented last month in Lisbon by the promoter company, Acqualibrium, who intends to internationalize the “Termas do Vale dos Cucos”.
The historic, patrimonial and cultural heritage on the existing spaces will be preserved.
The water and mud of this spa are used on the treatment of rashes, rheumatism, arthritis and gout.
The project was presented last month in Lisbon by the promoter company, Acqualibrium, who intends to internationalize the “Termas do Vale dos Cucos”.
The historic, patrimonial and cultural heritage on the existing spaces will be preserved.
The water and mud of this spa are used on the treatment of rashes, rheumatism, arthritis and gout.
Sunday 10 June 2007
Projects in Leiria/Fatima Tourism Region
The Leiria/Fatima Tourism Region base is the religious tourism. Fatima is world known and it is annually visited by 5.5 million people. In 2007, the new Basilica will be finished and 4 hotels are being planned, including the 4-star Áurea Hotel.
Since 2000, there are gossips about a new direction for the tourism in this region by taking advantage on the other facilities and attractions. As result, several hotels are being modernized, spas are being built, and the council of Nazaré is planning to build a marina.
So far nothing has been built but the plans include a luxury “Pousada” and an auditorium in the monastery of Alcobaça; a updating to the spa of Monte Real which includes the construction of a 4-star hotel and a sports complex; among others.
Pedra d’Ouro Resort (located in Pedro d’Ouro beach, Alcobaça) includes a real estate program, a 5-star hotel and spa, a 5-star apart-hotel, two 18-hole golf courses and an equestrian centre.
This project was considered as a “Project of National Interest” (PIN) by the Portuguese Investment Agency (API) and the investment is estimated in about 750 million euros.
“Ecoparque dos Monges” is the name of a theme park projected to Alcobaça, in which the visitors will experience the way the “Cister” monks lived in the Middle Ages. A 4-star hotel also makes part of this development.
Design Resort Leisure Golf & Spa is another project that includes a 5-star hotel and spa, and a golf course. Its location is near the motorway A8 (Alfeizerão, São Martinho do Porto, Nazaré) in an area of 170-hectare.
Since 2000, there are gossips about a new direction for the tourism in this region by taking advantage on the other facilities and attractions. As result, several hotels are being modernized, spas are being built, and the council of Nazaré is planning to build a marina.
So far nothing has been built but the plans include a luxury “Pousada” and an auditorium in the monastery of Alcobaça; a updating to the spa of Monte Real which includes the construction of a 4-star hotel and a sports complex; among others.
Pedra d’Ouro Resort (located in Pedro d’Ouro beach, Alcobaça) includes a real estate program, a 5-star hotel and spa, a 5-star apart-hotel, two 18-hole golf courses and an equestrian centre.
This project was considered as a “Project of National Interest” (PIN) by the Portuguese Investment Agency (API) and the investment is estimated in about 750 million euros.
“Ecoparque dos Monges” is the name of a theme park projected to Alcobaça, in which the visitors will experience the way the “Cister” monks lived in the Middle Ages. A 4-star hotel also makes part of this development.
Design Resort Leisure Golf & Spa is another project that includes a 5-star hotel and spa, and a golf course. Its location is near the motorway A8 (Alfeizerão, São Martinho do Porto, Nazaré) in an area of 170-hectare.
Friday 1 June 2007
“Sabores do Mar” in Peniche
In Peniche, the first 10 days of June are dedicated to the annual festival called “Sabores do Mar” (Sea flavours). On this 8th edition, the organizers are expecting 60 thousand visitors to experience the local gastronomy and handicraft, and also to attend the concerts of the famous Portuguese bands: “Xutos e Pontapés” and “Da Weasel”.
Other events: several colloquies, a tournament of beach football, a sailboats race and a Berlenga/Peniche swim crossing (16 kilometres).
Other events: several colloquies, a tournament of beach football, a sailboats race and a Berlenga/Peniche swim crossing (16 kilometres).
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