Algarve

This town is a cascade of whitewashed houses and cobbled streets spilling down to a beautiful golden sandy beach. Stroll along mosaic-paved streets of the original fishing village, awash with boutiques, cafes and restaurants, as well as souvenir shops selling locally-made pottery and basketry. Albuferias many discos, bars and English pubs enliven t...

Although this ancient coastal village is now a very popular holiday location the one-ended narrow streets have restrained the developers from changing too much. Many of these streets now boast bars with live music and different types of restaurants but leading off from these there are still memories of the older fishing village. In the area are a n...

Armacao claims to have the longest beach in all the Algarve, and no doubt thrives as a popular resort as a result of this claim to fame. From here, you can hop aboard one of the local boats for a fascinating tour of the grottoes and weathered outcrops of golden rock along the shore. Eastwards are the pretty little coves of Gale, Castelo and Sao Ra...

Burgau is located 10 minutes drive west of Lagos in the Algarve Portugal. If you have the ‘Burgau bug’ already then any description will not be sufficient, but peaceful, unspoilt (almost) and friendly is a good place to begin. Its unique charm is the villages ability to appeal to everyone, regardless of age or interests. People who have been once u...

Carvoeiro is the classic travel guide view to the Algarve, a picturesque fishing village which has evolved into a fashionable resort without losing its elegants and charm. Nesting between two cliffs its tiny square and adjacent sandy cove, is where sunbathers and fishing boats come to rest. Around the village you will find probably some of the best...

Lagos is something of a rarity in the Algarve, for not only does it boast some of the regions finest beaches, but it also has an important historical heritage. Indeed the town is still flourishing and has the feel of a ‘real’ Portuguese community. For lovers of Portugal’s extravagant baroque, the church of Santo Antonio is a masterpiece not to be m...

The Western Algarve is renowned for it's beautiful clean beaches and fine golf courses. However there is something for everyone and most of the attractions are less than an hours drive away. If you're on a family holiday then there is plenty to entertain the children with, for example, water parks, zoomarine, themed crazy golf parks, sports cen...

Western Algarve - Praia do Vau Quiet resort. Sandy beach. Close to Praia da Rocha. Best for couples and families looking to spend a holiday in a quiet resort but only 1km from the numerous amenities in the bustling resort of Praia do Rocha. Facilities include a small number of restaurants, cafes and bars. Famous for its tranquillity and beauty...

These two estates are among the most exclusive to be found anywhere in Europe, for amid their natural beauty are a wealth of opportunities for golfers, sports enthusiasts and those in search of complete relaxation. Quinta Do Lago, extending over some 2000 acres, is fringed by the crystal Atlantic Ocean and watered by the ria Formosa; its immaculat...

Fragrant orchards and golden fields bask in the sun amongst lush green hills, which provide the perfect backdrop to the beautiful coast of the Algarve. Here, amidst the groves and ancient farmsteads, you will find the village of Santa Barbara de Nexe, a captivating traditional village, yet featuring an excellent choice of bars and restaurants speci...

Vilamoura has grown to become the biggest and among the most beautiful resorts in Europe. With two long stretches of sand flanking an attractive marina, excellent shopping and an intoxicating blend of bars and restaurants at every street corner nightlife is unusually lively in this resort with a casino where you can drink dine dance-and of course y...