Algarve info
The region coincides with the district of Faro, and has as its administrative centre the town of Faro, where both the region's international airport (Faro/Algarve Airport) [FAO] and public university (the University of the Algarve) are located.
Tourism and related activities are extensive and make up the bulk of the Algarve's summer economy. Fish, seafood and fruit production, which includes oranges, carob beans, figs and almonds, are other important activities in the region. The Algarve is among the most popular tourist destinations in Portugal, its population more than doubles in the peak holiday season thanks to a high influx of visitors.
Bays in Algarve, Portugal
Albufeira is a Portuguese city and a municipality in the district of Faro, Algarve region. Albufeira is one of the leading tourist resorts of the region, facilities include a marina, golf courses plus innumerable hotels, apartment blocks, restaurants and bars, for the annual flood of visitors....
The Algarve is the southernmost region of Portugal and it's one of Europe's favourite holiday destinations well known for glorious year round sunshine and excellent sandy beaches....
Alvor is a freguesia (parish) in the municipality of Portimao (Algarve, Portugal)....
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Burgau located in the region of Algarve, municipality of Vila do Bispo was a fishing village, now living entirely on tourism. Its most important attraction is the small beach of Praia de Burgau surrounded by hills that protect this beach from the frequent strong wind characteristic of Barlavento....
Carvoeiro, or more commonly Praia de Carvoeiro (although this is no longer its formal name), is a Portuguese civil parish/freguesia in the municipality/concelho of Lagoa (Algarve), about 5 km south of the city itself (on the Atlantic Ocean), 14.12 km² in area with 2,784 inhabitant (2001)....
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Faro is a city and municipality in southern Portugal. The city proper has 41,934 inhabitants and the entire municipality has 58,305. It is the seat of the district of Faro and capital of the Algarve region. The Algarve and Faro district cover the same territory....
Ferragudo is a Portuguese civil parish/freguesia at the extreme west of the municipality/concelho of Lagoa, 5.74 km² in area....
Lagoa is a Portuguese city in the district of Faro, in the region known as the Algarve, with about 6,100 inhabitants....
Lagos is a city and a municipality at the mouth of the river Bensafrim and along the Atlantic Ocean,in the region of Algarve, in Algarve`s Barlavento (windward), Southern Portugal...
Praia da Luz officially known as Luz is a village and resort located about 6 km from Lagos in the Algarve, Portugal. The resort developed around the old fishing village....
Parchal is a Portuguese civil parish/freguesia in the northwest sector Lagoa Municipality, Faro District, Algarve, Portugal....
Portimao is a city located in the District of Faro in the Region of Algarve on the southern coast of Portugal. It was formerly known as Vila Nova de Portimao. In 1924 it was incorporated as a city and became known as Portimao. The two most populous cities in the Algarve are Portimao and Faro....
Praia da Senhora da Rocha or Praia [da] Nossa Senhora da Rocha (Beach of [Our] Lady of the Rock) is a small fishing community and beach on the Atlantic coast of the civil parish/freguesia of Porches in the municipality/concelho of Lagoa (Algarve) in Portugal....
Sagres is situated inside the Southwest Alentejo and Costa Vicentina Natural Park, at the most South-Westerly point of Portugal and Europe. The coast around Sagres is dotted with more than 20 beaches: some sandy coves hidden at the foot of cliffs, others broad expanses of sand that stretch away to the horizon, all inviting you to discover them and rediscover peace and solitude. Here, in an increasingly developed world, we are before an unspoilt vision of nature....
Salema village is a traditional Portuguese fishing village where a local way of life has remained unchanged for centuries....
Silves is a town and a municipality in the Algarve, southern Portugal. The municipality of Silves is part of the district of Faro. Silves is the former capital of the Algarve and is of great historical importance....
Tavira is a Portuguese city, situated at 37°07' north, 7°39' west in the east of the Algarve on the south coast of Portugal. It is 30 km east of Faro and 160 km west of Seville in Spain. The River Gilão meets the Atlantic Ocean in Tavira....
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Visit Krazy World in AlgarveREAD MOREThe Benamor Golf Club and Golf Course2009-10-20
The Benamor Golf Club and Golf Course is located in Tavira and offer various facilities to golfers: Pro Shop, Changing Rooms, Restaurant & Bar, and a Clubhouse. The Benamor Golf Club and Golf Course's Driving Range, Putting Green and large Putting Course offer excellent practice facilities in Tavira. READ MORECasa Padaria2017-02-22
Casa Padaria is a delightful pizzeria in Burgau, Algarve, Portugal serving delicious Italian and vegetarian meals also available for take away. Enjoy a warm welcome and a great host, with excellent starter choices, pastas, a huge variety of pizzas including gourmet choices, great salads and sides, as well as desserts to die for, they also offer gluten free options. Casa Padaria is a great little restaurant with excellent food and very good service all at excellent prices, and they come highly recommended, it's also perfect for family dining and they cater to celebrations.READ MORERestaurant TASTY SPOT2017-02-22
Restaurant TASTY SPOT in Burgau, West Algarve, Portugal offers you a great culinary experience expertly provided by the team in a cozy atmosphere with top service. The menu is small and interesting and the chef believes in combining flavours and giving traditional dishes a twist using simple and tasty ingredients. Restaurant TASTY SPOT is highly recommended as an amazing find, and mouthwatering meals are prepared right in front of you, they use only fresh vegetables and most of their meat comes from biological farms, come for a wonderful dining experience in child friendly surrounds, tastefully decorated with an intimate atmosphere.READ MORE
Zaza in Burgau, West Algarve, Portugal offers a cliff top location and breathtaking sea views, and are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with free WIFI. They also serve a traditional afternoon tea, and it's the perfect venue for functions, celebrations and events. Zaza offers all day dining and their Italian cuisine is rated as excellent, receiving rave reviews, and meals are freshly prepared to order from the finest ingredients and made with passion and love by the Italian chef. They have indoor and outdoor seating and a good wine list, come for a memorable dining experience.READ MORE
Whether you are a complete newbie or an experienced surfer, our surf instruction is perfect for you!READ MORECheap Holidays in Albufeira2009-07-13
Going on an Algarve Holiday? Don`t book without checking out IloveAlgarve.net, where hundreds of Albufeira Holidays are hand-reviewed by our team.READ MOREFilhas do Mar2017-02-21
Filhas do Mar in Salema, Algarve, Portugal is situated on the south side of Parque Natural, and this luxurious apartment complex is literally a stone's throw from the beach. The complex consists of four spacious apartments, and all come with a spacious terrace equipped with comfortable garden furniture and a barbecue set, and stunning views over the ocean, boulevard and beach, they have a living room and kitchen, various bedrooms and their own bathrooms. Filhas do Mar offers the perfect stay and there's TV, DVD, CD and WIFI and much more, this is the ideal base from which to explore the Algarve region and enjoy local activities and restaurants.READ MOREHotel Baia Grande2009-07-16
The superb setting and facilities as well as the personal attention of staff combine to make Hotel Baia Grande in Albufeira an ideal choice for all kinds of travellers.READ MOREBarroca Bar and Restaurante2017-02-24
Barroca Bar and Restaurante in Praia da Luz, Algarve, Portugal is where you'll find the best ribs ever, and the most sublime roast dinner every Sunday, rated the best in town. Catch the game live here too, and they have live music events regularly as well as lovely outdoor seating in relaxing surrounds. Barroca Bar and Restaurante serves a great menu of fish, chicken and meat dishes in a welcoming atmosphere, plus the service is impeccable, it's perfect for the whole family and a given you will return, come for friendly surrounds, great food and drinks and good prices, it's all here.READ MORE