Algarve

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What to See on Your Algarve Holidays

Located on the southernmost tip of Portugal, the Algarve has long been a gateway for explorers venturing across the Atlantic. Today, it’s a top destination for those seeking stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage, and unforgettable holidays to the Algarve. Whether you're interested in all-inclusive holidays to Portugal’s Algarve or discovering what to see in Algarve, this region has something for everyone.
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The breathtaking Benagil caves

Majestic rock formations of Ponta da Piedade

The cristal waters of Praia de Carvoeiro, Faro

Sunset in Ponta de Piedade, Lagos

Sunlight reverbering in the rock wall of the cave

aerial view in the morning. Ponta da Piedade, Lagos

Colored houses and boats in Carvoeiro beach

Ponta da Piedade, Lagos

The paradisiac and uncontaminated Praia de Albandeira

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Located on the southern tip of Portugal, with two Atlantic coasts and an ideal climate, the Algarve is a perfect holiday location.

With over 150 stunning beaches, many with picturesque backdrops of soaring cliffs, the Algarve offers a superb location for beach experiences ranging from surfing to sunning. The Algarve has repeatedly been named ‘Best Golf Destination in Continental Europe’ and has a host of golf resorts.  With 8 Michelin starred restaurants and many quaint fishing villages, the Algarve provides a full range of gastronomic experiences.

Phoenicians, who occupied the Algarve over 3000 years ago, were followed by the Carthaginians, the Romans, the Visigoths, the Moors and the Spanish; all of whom, left a rich architectural and cultural heritage.  You will find fortresses, castles and churches that reach back to antiquity.

Inside the 16th century walls of Lagos (lah-goosh) is an old cobble-street fishing town of interesting sites, but outside the walls is a modern town with fabulous beaches.

Albufeira, the largest resort town along the coast offers stunning beaches and relaxing days in its Old Town. But for vibrant night life, immerse yourself  in the  New Town with its acknowledged reputation for unabandoned hedonism.

Tavira is a charming fishing port with castle ruins to explore and cobble stone streets ending in town squares.  Only 3 km from the coast, it is an excellent spot from which to access the sand-dune island by the same name.

Olhão is another picturesque fishing town with easy access to the local islands. With the largest fish market in the Algarve, you can be assured of the freshest and highest quality seafood.  From its many white, square buildings with flat rooftop terraces,  a multitude of interesting views await you.

 
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Luxury Hotels in Algarve
Some of our top selection for an unfergettable stay in Algarve
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EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

Albufeira

RW Luxury Hotels & Resorts

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Conrad Algarve Hotel

Quinta do Lago

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Octant Vila Monte

Moncarapacho

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Pousada Palácio de Estoi

Faro

Small Luxury Hotels

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Anantara Vilamoura Resort

Faro

5 star hotel

Vila Vita Parc

Porches

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