Monte Verde, Loule – A villa and vicinity that makes one’s spirit soar. Set in glorious countryside just four kilometres away from the interesting town of Loule in the central Algarve, you will certainly breathe a sigh of relief that you’ve made the right decision regarding accommodation when you arrive at villa Monte Verde. With gently
If you arrive in Faro by plane, you may get a glimpse down below of a nester of off-shore islands, defined predominantly by huge sand swept beaches and lagoons. From this privileged position you may even notice the Atlantic Ocean changing through different shades of blue like some Pantone chart as it laps against the
With 1,000 pound Marlin having been taken in the past, it is safe to say that Portugal is one of the best places to go big game fishing in Europe. As well as Marlin there are other sporting fish, such as Tuna, shark, swordfish and sawfish thriving in the many mighty Atlantic Ocean. In fact,
One of the biggest pleasures about being stood on the shore of Portugal’s vast, varied and intensely beautiful coastline is watching the fishing boats gently bob up and down in the water. In fact fishing is a hugely popular pastime in the likes of the Algarve, where big game fishing is a major economic activity.
After half a century the Algarve is still attracting tourists. Perhaps it’s the year-round mild temperatures and over 300 days of sunshine? Perhaps it’s the long golden beaches being lapped with lucid water? Or perhaps it’s the riverside towns of villages full of friendly locals, atmospheric restaurants and stunning architecture, which has meant that for more
What to do in Portimao – Architecture and its thriving year-round shopping scene. Being the biggest town in the western Algarve and the second largest city in the whole of the Algarve, the town of Portimao on the banks of the Arade River, is a hive of activity, all year round. A white contour church sits
If you are a devoted traveller and are also a keen runner the chances are you enjoy packing your kit and seeking out new places to run in inspiring and beautiful surroundings. The late summer and early autumn can be a preferable time to take a ‘runner’s vacation’, namely because the heat is slightly less
If you are thinking about going on a fishing holiday then the Algarve should certainly be a contender. This beautiful, sunny and atmospheric region of southern Portugal is geared up for the onslaught on anglers it attracts each year with excellent Algarve fishing facilities dotted about the region. From beach sea fishing from many of
Not only is the Algarve blessed with boundless stretches of beautiful beaches but it is also a hub for creative arts, meaning the southern Portuguese region takes some beating when it comes to having a beach holiday with a cultural twist. Summer 2012 looks like the Algarve is more determined than ever to provide a
Start the summer in style at the Loule Festival Med 2012! The town of Loule is one of the most popular places to visit in the Algarve. Being just a stone’s throw – 16 kilometres – from Faro Airport, tourists can arrive in the Algarve and within no time at all can be enjoying the many
