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| Algarve Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Algarve Coast Algarve Coast Hettie Goverts - www.jowolf.com The Algarve is the best place to enjoy sun sea and sand in Portugal. The climate is great and there are over 100 miles of the finest soft golden sand beaches. The region runs from the Atlantic Ocean near Sagres in the West to Vila Real de Santo António in the East - on the Spanish border. Along the waterfront you will find championship facilities for water sports, golf, tennis, fine restaurants and horseback riding. The center of the Algarve is from Faro. Sandstone cliffs that open to modest bays and harbors line it. This area because, of it's popularity, also attracts the most people. From Lagos west to Sagres you have high granite cliffs, grottoes, small coves and especially scenic areas. It was here in Sagres that Prince Henry the Navigator resided and trained the Portuguese Navigators who participated in Portugal's Age of Discovery. :::::::::::Albufeira Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see On safari tour On safari tour Jacqui Byrne Albufeira is about 40 km west of the Faro airport, which will cost you half an hour via the highway IP1. Although Albufeira is known as a major tourist resort, it is amazing that you still find hardly any tourists in the old center. When coming from the Tunnel (every tourist will end up there) turn right and you will arrive at the central place of Albufeira with all its restaurants. From there you may continue through the narrow touristic streets, back to the beach. Shortly before you arrive at the old fish market and "The Ruin" you find a street at your right hand. This will lead you to the old part of Albufeira, from where you have a magnificent view in both directions. The side streets are untouched by tourists and you still may see the local people chatting with each other from their windows. ____________Tours and Excursions Edit This If you have a specific interest like traditional arts, heritage, architecture, religions, gastronomy, wineries, brewing then please, let us know and we will be able to produce a list of interest places for you. [Add New] Safari Tour Edit This On safari tour On safari tour photo by: Jacqui Byrne Believe it or not but a safari tour can be taken into the interior back blocks from Albufeira. Not a wildlife tour although if you have enough wine tasting along the way you may see some pink elephants. It is a dusty ride in the back of jeeps but well worth it. It covers quite a bit of territory and scenic little villages are visited. A traditional Portugese lunch of chicken is supplied at a popular swimming place where you can also join in the fun. It takes most of the day and the guides do an excellent job of keeping you well informed. The tour can be booked at more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.travel-postcards.com email: jbyrne@agn.net.au Moorish Tour Edit This Alte Alte photo by: Mouriscastours We start our visit in Cerro da Villa. It was in Vilamoura than the romans were the first to live in Vilamoura. Later we find other people like the Visigoth and Moorish colonies. These people had left important cultural features wich we can today testify in Cerro da Villa (as the ruins of noble hoses). Then we go to Albufeira. It was a fishermen town, today we can find fishermen but Albufeira is the tourism Kingdom of the Algarve. The next village is Paderne. We will visit its' castle. This castle is represented in the Portuguese flag and it was conquered from the more.. World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +351963857776 url: www.mouriscastours.com email: geral@mouriscastours.com ::::::::::::Carvoeiro Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Flanked by huge rock formations Carvoeiro, once a small fishing village, is a sure-fire tourist destination in the Algarve. Although the towns central beach is rather small and certainly unable to cope with peak season crowds, further along the coastline beaches are larger and quieter. The amazing overhanging cliffs, known as the Algar Seco (about a 20min walk from central Carvoeiro) are worth every step as you feast your eyes on the breathtaking views, a perfect photo-shoot spot. Carvoeiro town centre itself is a bustling array of restaurants, bars, cafés and boutiques all with the view that tourists are welcome from all nationalities and the outdoor café-life seems to suit both locals and visitors. From May onwards it never seems to have a dull day, the weather often just plain glorious, although in July and August it can get overwhelmingly hot, make sure you pack plenty of Factor 10 or above and enjoy your stay! ________Eating Out Edit This You must go to Julio's restaurant! It is almost opposite the entrance to the Rocha Brava comlpex. Set in the grounds of an old Portuguese villa they serve modern Portugese cuisine at affordable prices. __________Bars and Cafes Edit This HEMMINGWAYS offers a fantastic welcome, situated on the out road of the town. Serving snacks at lunchtime, or just a coffee or something stronger and while away the day watching the world go by amiably. [Add Bar] Rascals Edit This Heading up the steep hill to Monte Branco, this beautifully decorated bar with its own terrace facing out to sea, is an ideal resting stop. Serving anything from a beer to champagne (at reasonable prices) along with scrumptious sandwhiches and snacks. Recently refurbished it will soon become the place to be seen at in Carvoeiro. World66 rating: [rate it] ::::::::::Faro Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Local transport Local transport Faro is the capital of the Algarve. The international airport where most of the tourists arrive is also located in Faro, so for many people this is the starting point for their visit to the Algarve and or Portugal. With a medieval wall and a large number of monuments the town is worth a visit. Don't run to the beach immediately. The main sights include: the Cathedral (Roman-Gothic origin), Nossa Senhora da Assuncão Convent (Renaissance), São Francisco Church (16-18th centuries). There are also a number of museums to visit: Infante Dom Henrique, Regional Ethnographic, Ramalho Ortigão and :::::::::Monto Gordo Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Near the spanish border and the ocean, about one hour east of Faro airport, is this beautiful town of M. Gordo. there is 9 km of beach, and great quality of appartment hotels. ::::::::::Porches Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see stunning Algarve coastline stunning Algarve coastline Christophe Rijnders Porches is a beautiful small village with a long tradition, also well known for its little and typical potteries. History goes back to the year 1224, the regency of king Dom Dinis. Don't miss a visit to the beautiful little old church, walk through the paved old narrow lanes and admire the exceptional and beautiful, most different little chimneys on top of the houses, particular landmarks and typical for Porches and the region around. ::::::.Praia Verde Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Praia Verde Praia Verde Praia Verde is one of the most beautiful beaches in Algarve. It's located in East Algarve, one Km from Monte Gordo and 10 Km from Vila Real de Santo Antonio and the Spanish border. Praia Verde in located inside an environmenal protected area, in a forest of pines. The sea water is very calm and warm in Summer (around 22ºC). ::::::::Praia da Luz Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see i Praia da Luz is a beach destination in the Algarve, at just under one hours easy drive from Faro airport. The development of the town is mostly low rise apartments and villas of all sizes, and the facilities are aimed at family holidays. There is a great variety of family friendly restaurants and bars, good supermarkets and all the amenities for a complete holiday. There is a beautiful sandy beach perfect for sun bathing and water sports, and Luz beach sports the European blue flag indicating clean sand and clean water. To the east of town you find some spectacular cliffs and among them the prominent black rock Rocha Negra. This is an intrusion of lava produced from the volcanoes of Monchique some 190 million to 135 million years ago. Luz has a history of occupation firstly by the Carthaginians and then by the Romans and there are the remains of fish salting vats and a roman villa to visit. For golfers there are 4 golf courses within 5 - 20 minutes drive, and there are daytrip coaches from Luz to the water parks and dolphin park. Luz is just 8 minutes west of the larger historic town of Lagos which provides great sightseeing, plenty of shopping, good night life, and a large established marina. :::::::::::Sagres Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Sagres Sagres Mouriscastours Sagres is where once navigators thought that land ended and the ocean dropped off into nothingness, the end of the known world. Here was also Prince Henry the Navigator looked out over the sea and wondered if there was a route to the Indies. The town is clean and has lovely white washed houses with the red tile roofs and a lack of tourist. The beaches here can be a bit windy. ________Day Trips Edit This Lighthouse-Sagres Lighthouse-Sagres Mouriscastours Delve into the fascinating history of the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Embark on your own voyage with a visit to Silves, Lagos, and Sagres. Stop at each of these historic ports to learn how they played a fundamental role in Portugal’s maritime expeditions. Beginning in the early 15th-century, the Portuguese began to lay the foundations of a powerful, maritime empire. Begin this tour by exploring the Algarve's old Moorish capital, Silves. Here you will visit the cathedral, castle, and archaeological museum. Then, continue on to Lagos, known as the 'Gold Coast' because of its distinctive yellow rocks. This Algarve port was the base for many voyages by Portuguese entrepreneurs, including Henry the Navigator. Hear how he financed many expeditions and supposedly founded a school of marine navigation. Enjoy a relaxing lunch break before continuing to the most south-westerly village on mainland Europe, Sagres. Finish at the rugged, windswept Cape of St. Vincent and retreat to a charming tea house for delicious teas and coffee. [Add Day Trip] Discover Tour Edit This Delve into the fascinating history of the Portuguese Age of Discovery. Embark on your own voyage with a visit to Silves, Lagos, and Sagres. Stop at each of these historic ports to learn how they played a fundamental role in Portugal’s maritime expeditions. Beginning in the early 15th-century, the Portuguese began to lay the foundations of a powerful, maritime empire. Begin this tour by exploring the Algarve's old Moorish capital, Silves. Here you will visit the cathedral, castle, and archaeological museum. Then, continue on to Lagos, known as the 'Gold Coast' because of more.. World66 rating: [rate it] tel: +351963857776 url: www.mouriscastours.com email: geral@mouriscastours.com :::::::::Silves Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Whilst visiting the Algarve it is an absolute must to spend at least one day in the ancient capital of the Algarve - Silves. This historic town contains one of the best castle fortifications in the region, dominating the surrounding skyline and countryside around it. On approach to the town it cannot be missed, particularly stunning at night, when lit up. A powerful citadel favoured by the Romans, further enhanced by the subsequent conquering Moors, to become the cultural centre of the region. Vsited by poets, artists and scholars alike the area became known as the birthplace of Arabic poetry. Reconquered by the Christian Crusaders the castle is steeped in myth and legend. Silves also boasts the most important Sé (cathedral) in the Algarve , once being the home of the tomb of King João II until his mortal remains were transferred to Batalha Abbey in the 1400's. Towering Gothic arches stand upon impressive pillars of varying size, to dominate its interior, whilst the Gothic and Baroque façade stare out across the white washed buildings of the town below. Many architectural digs can still be seen going on today, as the area is scrutinised for ancient relics, some dating back to Paleolitic man. Stolling round this lovely town with its streets of calçada (cobblestones) is a joy, but beware of low flying storks going about their daily business of feathering their nests. :::::::::::Tavira Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Casa do Rio Casa do Rio Sebastiao With its inviting long beaches, typical roofs and chimneys, this picturesque town offers a beautiful view over the Gilão river and its Roman bridge. There are quite a few sights. There are for example many churches to visit: Santa Maria do Castelo (13th-18th centuries), Misericórdia (Renaissance), Nossa Senhora das Ondas (17th century), São José (with Gothic and Manueline elements), São Paulo and Carmo (17th-18th centuries). Although the castle is considerably less exciting than those in the Alto Alentejo, the walled garden beside it is a place of considerable beauty. If you are browsing along the Travessa de Dona Brites, you will see beautiful medieval houses, with Gothic windows and portals. In the suburbs, in the small village of Luz there is a Renaissance church, which has been a pilgrimage place for many centuries. If you go from the Praça de la República along the river towards the sea, you will come to some salt pans with major stretches of water. if you are lucky, you may see black-legged stilts or flamingos here. ___________Day Trips Edit This tavira boat tours tavira boat tours Ria formosa boat tours Tour thru part of the Natural Park of Ria Formosa, a true sanctuary of nature. Privileged place to observe birds, by being a migratory corridor containing some of the last places in the Europe for some birds to make nests, Ria Formosa is visited annually by about 30 thousand birds from different spices. www.sequatours.com [Add Day Trip] Horse Drawn Carriage Tours Edit This Horse Drawn Carriage Tours Experience the sights and sounds of the colorful Tavira as our horse-drawn carriage take you back in time to another era. Ambiance, history, architecture, and tradition this tour will bring you all the way around Tavira. http://www.taviratours.com/cavalos/index.html World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.taviratours.com address: Tavira email: h878766@hotmail.com Tavira Taxi Service Edit This i Tavira Taxi Service A one-stop contact for all transportation needs. Worry-free transfers and tours. www.taxitavira.com World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.taxitavira.com address: Tavira _________Things to do Edit This East Algarve Costal Tour A fabulous Half-Day tour the scenic beauty of the Algarve East cost. Enjoy the serenity of, exploring places where time passes slowly and traditional customs survive. Spend time exploring historic areas and immersing yourself in the local culture. A visit to Cacela Velha with its beautiful old church and de postcard views over the Ria Formosa. We will visit the castle of Castro Marim, and enjoy the beautiful views form this old defensive old fort of the Guadiana estuary. A great way to discover the costal east Algarve http://www.taviratours.com/taxi/sishtssingtoursestalgarvecostal.htm [Add Activity] Ria Formosa Natural Park Edit This Ria Formosa Natural Park A boat tour and a visit to Olhão , once referred to as the cubist city, since the shape and outline of the houses in its fishermen‘s quarter are reminiscent of a Picasso painting. You can appreciate the curious markets built in a neo-Arab style . The Natural Park of Ria Formosa has headquarters in Olhão and offers to its visitors a 3 km pedestrian tour, in which you can visit: a tide mill a tuna bark ,birds in freedom etc. A tour that will enrich your perspective of Ria Formosa natural more.. type: Spa and Sauna World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.taxitavira.com address: Tavira tours ria formosa email: h878766@hotmail.com ::::::::::: Vila Nova De Cacela Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Vila Nova Cacela Vila Nova Cacela Wilko Vila nova de cacela is a small city in the south of portugal, about 3000 people live there and everyone knows one another. It used to be part of cacela velha but they split away from eachother. Vila noa de cacela is about 5 minutes from the beaches, an ideal resort for tourists. _____________Sights Edit This Vila Nova Cacela is a great little place to visit. A small town just off the N125 road. If your there early enough visit the indoor fish market. Its a real treat, abeit a bit smelly....Also try the Red Cafe for Frango ( BBQ Chicken ) chips and salad. Also try the more traditional Chicken Georges on the cross roads in the centre of the town. Lots of little bars in the centre area. There are some public showers which for a small charge provide hot water. These are in front of the primary school next to the square. Also, not sure if still exsists, try the little bar across the road from the railway station, its on the main line to Faro. Also Cacela has a camp site for those who want to rough it.....Has a post office in the town. Also once a month there is a market in the town on a Sunday, I think its the 1st Sunday in the month. A great time can be had by all. Try the fango sold by the gypsie Folk with the " Piri Piri " :::::::::::.Vila Real Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Vila Real de Santo António (normally shortened to just Vila Real) is the main border town between Spain and the South-East of Portugal. The closeness of Ayamonte in Spain (just a few minutes ferry journey across the Guadiana River - there is also a new bridge) can be seen in the way that shops show their prices in both currencies. (Some really keen ones even show prices in other currencies as well). Apart from travelling across the river to Spain the only item of interest to the tourist is the main square. This, cardinally arranged, tiled square tries to emulate that of Seville but while it is worth a look it does not have Seville's ambience or style. |