Burgau, Portugal: The Ultimate Guide to Burgau [2026]

Burgau Algarve Portugal

Burgau is a beautiful former fishing village in the west Algarve, it is widely known for its stunning cliffs and golden sandy beach. The west Algarve is usually associated with a rugged and unspoilt Algarve experience. Jaw dropping cliffs, secluded beaches, and that oh so clear turquoise water. Towns and facilities can seem few and …

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Culatra Island: The Ultimate Guide to Ilha da Culatra [2026]

Ilha da Culatra

Ilha da Culatra is a beautiful barrier island on the edge of the Ria Formosa, around 10km from Faro and 6km from Olhão. Ilha da Culatra, Culatra and Praia da Culatra, as their names suggest are all parts of the same incredible island and you’ll hear all variations of the name frequently. On the western …

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Central Algarve: The Ultimate Guide to the Central Algarve [2026]

Central Algarve carvoeiro

The centre of the Algarve is undoubtedly the most popular and the most widely visited area of the Algarve. Within central Algarve you’ll not only find the big resort towns like Albufeira and Vilamoura, but also historical towns like Silves and Loulé, not to mention the regional capital of the Algarve, Faro. Putting the Central …

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The Best Christmas Markets in Lisbon – 2025 Edition

Wonderland Lisbon, Christmas Market

When most people think of Christmas markets in Europe, it’s safe to say Lisbon is not the first place on anyone’s lists.You might be surprised to find out that come Christmas time, Lisbon is loaded with Christmas markets and festivities! At these Christmas markets you’ll find a mix of both traditional Portuguese food and items, …

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