The Carvoeiro Boardwalk – Exploring the Incredible Algar Seco

Carvoeiro Boardwalk Portugal

The Carvoeiro boardwalk is a 570m wooden boardwalk along the top of cliffs near the beach town of Carvoeiro. The boardwalk offers stunning views of the coastline of the central Algarve. It’s an incredible and easily accessible way of exploring the cliff tops, and it’s suitable for all ages. It’s a great feature for anyone …

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The Best Places to Find Azulejo Tiles in the Algarve

Azulejo Palace, Algarve

The Algarve, Portugal’s southernmost region, is famed for its sun-soaked beaches, dramatic cliffs, and charming villages. Yet beyond its stunning coastline, there is a deeply rooted artistic tradition that decorates its streets, homes, and public buildings – the iconic azulejos. These intricately painted ceramic tiles are an icon of Portugal’s past, typically blending Moorish influence, …

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Wine in the Algarve – The Complete Guide to Algarve Wines

Algarve Wines

Every year, the southernmost region of Portugal, the Algarve receives thousands of tourists and seasonal residents from all over the globe. Famous for its Atlantic beaches and one of the best climates in Europe, the South is considered one of the biggest and most important tourist regions in Portugal. While tourism accounts for the largest …

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Car Rental in the Algarve (and Faro Airport Guide)

Car Rental Portugal

If you’re looking to explore the Algarve, you’ll often need to hire a car. Outside of the major towns and cities, taxis can be expensive and public transport can be inconvenient or non-existent. Despite it being straight forward to rent a car in the Algarve, one of the biggest complaints I hear is about the …

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