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The Ria Formosa – The Essential Guide to the Ria Formosa, Portugal

Ria Formosa Sunset

Deserted islands, white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, the Ria Formosa is a truly special place and unlike no other in Portugal. Named as one of Portugal’s seven natural wonders. It’s both nationally and internationally recognised as a protected habitat and home to a wide array of life. Its waters, its islands, and the life inside are …

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Culatra Island, The Complete Guide to Ilha da Culatra, Portugal

Deserted Praia da Culatra

Ilha da Culatra is a small 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 island and you’ll hear all variations of the name frequently. On the western end …

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Farol, The Complete Guide to Ilha do Farol, Portugal

Ilha do Farol

Ilha do Farol is a small community on a barrier island on the edge of the Ria Formosa, around 10km from Faro and 6km from Olhão. Praia do Farol, or Ilha do Farol as it’s known locally, is actually located on Ilha da Culatra. Although the names suggest they are separate islands, they are two …

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Quarteira – The Complete Guide to Quarteira, Portugal

Snuggled on the coastline between Faro and the upmarket Vilamoura is the small town of Quarteira. Originally a fishing village, it rose to prominence as a holiday resort in the 1970s and 1980s. Unfortunately, today its reputation has dwindled. Behind its scenic beaches and lively promenade are the remains of its 1970s mass development in …

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