Exploring the Ponte Medieval de Paderne and the Algarve’s inland side

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If you only know the Algarve by its beaches, you’re missing some of the story. Just inland from Albufeira sits the Ponte Medieval de Paderne, a modest stone bridge that has carried people, animals, carts, and quiet moments across the Quarteira River for centuries. It was built to last, not to impress. The Medieval Bridge […]

A Journey to Paderne Castle: Uncovering Portugal’s Moorish Past

Let’s be honest. When you think of the Algarve, you picture beaches. Good ones, too. But if you only see the coast, you’re missing the point. The real history of this region isn’t found on the sand; it’s etched into the red stone of Paderne Castle.  Perched on a hill overlooking a quiet valley, this […]

Things to Do in Algarve If You Fancy a Bit of Everything

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Here’s the thing about the Algarve: it’s not trying to impress you, and yet it always does. This stretch of southern Portugal is a mix of beaches, cliff trails, fishing towns, golf courses, and yes, more seafood than you can reasonably eat in one trip. If you’re hunting for things to do in Algarve, you’re […]

How to enjoy your holidays in Algarve in times of pandemic?

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The covid-19 pandemic is affecting the holiday plans of all people, at least as we know it so far. These warm months are usually used by tourists to spend a holiday in the Algarve region to enjoy a good day at the beach, take long walks with the family and have a lot of fun. […]

Algarve Holidays: What is the ideal Algarve destination for your summer?

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Winter can still be here, but the rain and cold weather do not stop everyone from thinking about the same: Summer Holidays! One of most wanted Portuguese summer holiday destination is Algarve, a region located in the south of the country and perfect for the long-awaited days when you can relax with family and friends. But […]

Holidays with children in Algarve? 5 ideas to entertain the little ones

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Going on holiday with children can become a real challenge! In Algarve, the beach is one of the favorite destinations of several families to relax and enjoy the good weather, but the truth is children can get easily tired of this routine. Long beach days, buildings in the sand and endless dives are sometimes not […]

Why choose Algarve as your next holiday destination?

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Not sure about your next holiday destination? We can help! Portugal is a very popular destination for those who want to mix sightseeing with a beach holiday. But which is the best place for your holidays in Portugal? It must be Algarve. Algarve is the perfect location for sun lovers. With 300 sunny days a […]

The best golf courses in the Algarve

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Algarve, a destination of excellence for the practice of this modality, that has been awarded over the years at international level. For this reason, Portugal has been elected numerous times as the “Best Golf Destination in the World”. It may be the year-round mild climate, the quality of the fields and lodgings, the breathtaking scenery […]

Experiences to discover on your next Algarve vacations

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Are you already looking forward to the hottest days of the year? Spring is here, with milder and longer days, perfect for moments of fun. And what does all this mean? For sure, taking advantage of the weekends or even taking a few days of holidays with family or friends in Algarve! Between March and […]

Portugal was voted Best European Tourist Destination! Find out what to do in Algarve

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For the third consecutive year, Portugal was considered the Best European Tourist Destination by the World Travel Awards. Austria, England, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey also competed for the prize, but Portugal won this battle. In total, Portugal received 39 awards, and in addition to the award for Best European Destination, Lisbon […]