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Vilamoura: The Algarve Resort with Va Va Voom

15 February, 2018

You’ll probably recognise the beautiful marina at Vilamoura from pictures in celebrity magazines, in which sports stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Figo stroll down the waterfront in the sunshine. Renowned as the playground of the rich and famous, Portugal’s leading costal resort oozes glitz and glamour and, unsurprisingly, boasts a raft of high-end entertainment and facilities to amuse its well-heeled clientele. Although it’s probably most famous for its world-class golf courses, there are plenty of other activities on offer

Off the Beaten Path in the Algarve: The Landmarks of Lagos

10 February, 2018

Portugal’s beautiful Algarve region is a favourite with sun worshippers and golfers looking for a little piece of paradise to soak up the vibrant atmosphere and stunning beaches. But for those who prefer to holiday a little off the beaten track, the quieter western Atlantic coastline around Lagos offers a wonderful opportunity to discover the nature, culture and gastronomy of the Algarve just slightly removed from the more touristy resorts. Explore the Nature While the town itself is fairly buzzing,

Portimao

Portimão Shore Excursions

8 September, 2017

The south coast of Portugal stretches for more than 150 km from Cape St. Vincent in the west towards the border with Spain in the east. It is home to a spectacular coastline of golden beaches and many remarkable rock formations. Its mild year-round climate and excellent tourism infrastructure attracts over seven million tourists to its shores every year with most of them arriving through the airport of Faro on the east coast. The region is particularly popular with golfers thanks to more than 25 top-class courses which make the Algarve one of Europe’s top destinations for golfing holidays. Cruise

Discover the Pearls of Portugal: Faro Airport to Albufeira

31 August, 2017

Picture it: you’re flying low over Portugal’s Algarve region, marvelling at the beauty of the baby blue coastline, golden sands, medieval architecture and gorgeous greenery below you. Although you’re spending your sunny holiday in Albufeira, a picturesque fishing village, you’re determined to scratch your travel itch and explore the area’s many cultural and natural highlights that you saw from the plane. Fortunately, you’ve booked Shuttle Direct’s private taxi service to drive you from Faro Airport to Albufeira, a 40-minute rouFarote that will take you past some of the prettiest and most fascinating sights that deserve a visit during your stay

Alvor

Child-Friendly Activities in Alvor | A Family Travel Guide

3 July, 2017

Alvor is a fishing village, located on the banks of the river Rio Alvor in the southern region of Portugal. While you will love its beautiful setting, with paved paths and palm trees lining its riverfront, your little ones will be enthralled by the array of activities for them to do under Portugal’s warm sunshine. The riverfront is a bustling area full of life to entertain your kids. After they’ve finished admiring the fisherman as they dock their boats, there are plenty of beaches for them to play on and many coves for them to explore. Even in the summer

Sagres

Surfing in Sagres: What to Bring, What to Expect and More!

6 June, 2017

Sagres is the place to be this summer if you are craving a surfing break. This is thanks to the superb beaches to the south of Portugal in the famed Algarve region and the cool atmosphere found here. Of course there are all kinds of aspects to consider when jetting off on a surf holiday, so today I will be running through everything you need to know for catching the curl in Sagres and making the most of your trip. Find out about the 4 best beaches in Sagres here. Why Sagres? “Why Sagres?” I hear you cry. Well, I

Lagos

Love Surf? Head to Lagos

20 May, 2017

Surf’s up! Summer is finally here and this means that now is the time to start planning your next surfing adventure. This year I’m recommending Lagos in Portugal’s sunny Al-garve region as this cool town has fantastic beaches, great surfing opportunities and a thriving surfer community. It is also a beautiful part of the world with a scorching climate! What could be better?

Looking for a great meal after a day on the beach? Read our guide to the cuisine of Lagos here.

Here is all you need to know about catching the curl in Lagos this summer.

Albufeira

Albufeira: A Teenage Watersports Wonderland

10 May, 2017

Getting from the airport to the hotel with a family in tow can be a little stressful, so take the easy option and book a Shuttle Direct transfer online before you even leave home. As the leading provider of private and shuttle transfers in Europe and North Africa, Shuttle Direct offers group or private transfers across a wide range of holiday destinations so wherever you’re going, they’ll deliver you to exactly where you want to be.

A Practical Guide to Taking Teenagers to Vilamoura

17 April, 2017

If you’re looking for old-world charm, historic sights and pretty fishing villages then the exclusive modern, purpose-built resort of Vilamoura in Portugal is probably not going to be for you. But, let’s be honest, how many teenagers do you know who are likely to complain that a resort doesn’t have enough culture and character for them?

What Vilamoura has instead is a huge range of tourist-based services and activities all designed to keep even the most demanding teen happy.

From water parks and jet skiing to marine parks and paintballing, there are so many things to do here for your young adults that they might not even find the time to post it all on social media. (But what are the chances?)

Alvor

Fun in the Sun to Family Friendly Nightlife: Alvor with Teens

3 July, 2016

Keeping the kids entertained when on holiday is a priority for us parents, and even though my daughter is not even two yet, it won’t be long before she is old enough to want to get out and explore more. I have travelled with friends who have older children to the southern Portuguese seaside resort of Alvor and I can highly recommend it for families with teenagers. Her is my run down of ways to keep the kids happy and entertained while you are away in Alvor. Family Fun Water Activities in Alvor Boat Trips Boat trips are a great

Sagres

4 Favourite Surfing Beaches in Sagres

21 June, 2016

Did somebody say “surf’s up”? Why yes, I think they did! Even though, if we’re nit-picking, the surf is always up somewhere in the world, this time of the year opens up some awesome opportunities to chase the waves around the southern European coastlines – and, for those in the know, you’ve might have guessed I’m talking in particular about Portugal. Renowned for some of the best waves in Europe, Portugal’s geography means that virtually its entire coastline has become a surfing mecca for both amateurs and seasoned pros. Everyone has their favourite place, but the beaches around Sagres, in

Lagos

Lagos – A Water Sports Paradise

4 June, 2016

If you thought Benidorm, Málaga and Ibiza were the only buzzwords worth knowing when it comes to a summer adrenaline break-out, get out that big old map of the world and move your pin just a little to the left. A little more. Now cross the border…into Portugal! To be specific, we’re talking about Lagos, in the beautiful western Algarve region of the country, and if you’re looking for non-stop thrills in, on and under the water, welcome to your next summer holiday! So what’s on the menu at this all-you-can-eat smorgasbord of water sports fun? Here comes a taster

Vilamoura

Great Activities for all the Family in Vilamoura

1 June, 2016

Vilamoura is justly famous as a holiday destination for the whole family. Take the fabulous beaches, wonderful climate and excellent restaurants out of the equation and you still have plenty for the family to do. Most families book a package deal to Vilamoura, which is a wise choice as there are so many on offer and they leave you with extra cash to spend on other activities during your stay. Although my daughter is only tiny, I travel with friends who have older children and from experience I know that these attractions in Vilamoura have been a hit with the

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