Albufeira is the biggest and perhaps most widely known of the Algarve resort towns. A once quiet fishing village now turned into a pure out and out tourist destination. Despite its reputation, it remains ever popular today with a lively mix of locals, seasonal visitors, and of course tourists. How exactly does a prime beach …
Deserted islands, white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, the Ria Formosa is a truly special place and unlike no other in Portugal. It’s also named as one of Portugal’s seven natural wonders, and both nationally and internationally recognised as a protected habitat and home to a wide array of life. Its waters, its islands, and the life …
Olhão is a traditional fishing town in the east Algarve, Portugal. It’s a great town to explore and is perfect for a day trip to experience some of the authentic Algarve. Olhão does have a reputation of being a more rugged working town, than a pure tourist destination. However, you’l find plenty to see and …
Loulé is a traditional market town located approximately 18km north of Faro in the Algarve. Loulé is small town that even in the summer manages to avoid much of the hustle and bustle of the Algarve. Well, except for one day of the week. Each Saturday morning its traditional fish market merges with a local …