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Algarve – A Perfect Holiday Destination

If you really have a passion for ‘Mediterranean Style’ holidaying then go for a holiday in Algarve. With picturesque fishing villages, mountains, golden sand long beaches, castles, lakes, rivers, villas and other hot spots, Algarve is really a perfect holiday destination for you in the lap of nature!

Whatever may be your wish in opting for holidays in Algarve, it is fulfilled by the wonderful place full of happening things – large luxurious hotels, comfortable and affordable resorts, endless beaches, breathtaking nightlife, villas with swimming pool, superb shopping centers, wonderful Mediterranean cuisines, health clubs, and above all the homely comforts in a foreign land!

The weather is usually excellent when winter recedes and there is advent of spring. This is the peak season of holidaying in Algarve. Though tourists flock in full swing throughout the year, the pleasant spring adds a different texture to the place. Whether you move east of Faro or to the West Atlantic Coasts or to the interior of the place, Algarve has something for you.

How to Get To Algarve?

The southern most region of Portugal is well connected by air, land and water. You can reach by air to the Faro International Airport. It connects all major cities in Europe. The place is also connected well by bus plying on different routes from nearby towns and cities. Bust routes also connect Faro, Olhao and Lagos to some Spanish cities like Huelva and Seville. Algarve has good network of fast moving trains to other parts of Portugal and nearby countries.

If you wish to make your journey to Algarve more exciting, you can take the sea route by ferry which connects Algarve to Spanish cities like Vila Real de Santo António and Ayamonte.

Algarve Beaches and Other Attractions

Since the place is situated on the coast of Atlantic Ocean, you can expect great beach holidays in Algarve. The sandbanks and islets, interwoven with twisting channels and rivers, fishing villages, great relaxing holiday resorts make this Portuguese destination quite charming.

A few lovely and interesting beaches of Algarve are as follows:

Praia Verde: Located in the west of Monte Gordo, has a wonderful line of bushes and trees along the endless beach. A suitable place for family and children to chill out and rock!

Praia Ilha De Tavira: This beach is like a jewel in the crown of the beaches in Faro. The attractive sandy bar has some wonderful events to do besides soaking under the sun sipping local blended beer or refreshing drinks. Take a walk along the beach and forget all the worries of life!

The other important beaches in Algarve are Apraia Do Barril, Praia Da Armona, Praia Da Ilha De Faro, Praia De Garrão, Praia Da Falésia, Praia Da Galé, Praia Da Rocha, Praia De Alvor and Meia Praia.

The place is great to go around in local transport like buses, trains and rented cars. Do not miss the attractions of the place like Lagos city which has historical importance. It also has a local market to buy wonderful items. Eat your heart out in the restaurants in Lagos offering wonderful delicacies.

Visit the red stone castle in Silves to have a feel of those old Portugal days. You will love the narrow lanes, small shops, some rural touch and the excellent nature of the place.

Where to Stay in Algarve?

Algarve is one of the best places to stay in Europe. Besides wide range of luxury and affordable hotels, you can stay in villas which give you home comfort with facilities like swimming pool, kitchen to cook your food and even cars to roam around.

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