algarve

Name: Alfagar Alto da Colina
Address: Balaia area, on the road to Olhos de Agua, .Albufeira

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Escape to this Portuguese Paradise!

Sea, sunshine, and beaches – holidays to the Algarve have it all. Choose from bustling resorts and quaint little towns to make yours the perfect family holiday. Many thousands of Irish holidaymakers come here every year, some for the first time and some who can’t help but come back time and again.

Holidays to the Algarve are the perfect sun-kissed holiday experience. Its resorts, towns and villages scatter the Atlantic Coast and enjoy 300 days of sunshine annually making Algarve holidays an ideal destination for holidaymakers of all kinds.

Beach bums can lounge around on a busy strip of golden sands, or seek out an undiscovered seaside cove where they can truly escape. For nature lovers, why not take some time out to visit Cape St Vincent, where you can soak up the dreamy sunset views. Experience some authentic local culture with a live fado experience. Explore historic cities or simply live it up in an amazing waterpark.

Holidays to The Algarve comes well equipped for whatever holiday you’re looking for. Considering self-catering, B&B, half-board, full-board or all inclusive? Want a Kids Club in your hotel? Water parks or beaches nearby? Restaurants for particularly picky eaters? Algarve holidays are sure to have what you're looking for. Visit the sunny shores of the Algarve for a holiday to remember.

Algarve Quick Facts

Time Zone: GMT + 1

Transfer Time: 0.20

Average Flight Time: 2hrs 55mins

Currency: Euro

Language: Portuguese - English and Spanish widely spoken

Temperature

Holidays to The Algarve are best as a summer destination, when the weather is hot throughout May to late October. Summer months reaching up to 30°C and winter months decreasing to 10°C. Even during the winter months you’ll still be able to enjoy the cool weather and your holiday, whether it’s hiking, cycling or taking long walks at the small tourist towns.

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When to go

The best time to visit the Algarve is in September and October when the weather is still hot, the ocean is relatively warm and there are less crowded beaches. The best of both worlds for your holidays to the Algarve. If you’d like to spend Christmas in the Algarve, there is still a chance you’ll get to see some clear blue skies and sun all while relaxing on your favourite resort or doing some shopping, the choice is yours!

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Algarve holidays have plenty of attractions to explore such as the popular Benagil cave and boat tours along the coast with striking yellow cliffs. Take out a boat to see the dolphins. Visit the Old Town of Faro which is surrounded by a medieval stone wall and filled with Roman ruins or you can shop till’ you drop at the Forum Algarve shopping centre. Take a trip down to Cape St.Vincent, an iconic lighthouse which is a landmark and a must-see attraction for your holidays in the Algarve, surrounded only by cliffs and the ocean. Take a splash at the Zoomarine Algarve a marine-themed amusement park that’s a perfect attraction for the whole family with water slides to dolphin shows.Try out some water sports such as parasailing, jet skiing or the banana boat!

You can find all types of cuisine throughout the Algarve. The Algarve is best known for their Piri Piri Chicken which was invented in the little town of Guia in the Algarve. Another delicacy is the Pasteis Nata which is a custard tart, where every restaurant competes for the best title of making it! There are plenty of places to eat in the Algarve from beach shacks specialising in local freshly caught seafood to high rated restaurants. Seafood is popular as the Algarve is situated near the Ocean and small local fish villages and you can expect beautiful seafood delicacies in the Algarve. There’s plenty of international cuisine and takeaways too around every corner so you'll never go hungry. Looking to explore more, check out the popular market in Quarteira or the Loule market where locals sell local produce - so there's plenty of culinary options during your holidays to the Algarve!

Holidays to The Algarve offer romance in stunning surrounds. Relax on one of the many beaches you’ll find along the coast. The Algarve is brimming with nightclubs, pubs and cheap drinks so that you can party till’ the morning. In Albufeira, “The Strip”, is the place to be on a night out. Take a romantic boat tour to watch the sunset. Visit the Algarve’s hidden caves or learn how to cook Portuguese food at a culinary class! Escape to the city of Faro and explore the old streets of Faro Old Town. Is sky the limit? Try parasailing with your partner and watch the views above and below your feet that will leave you mesmerised! So, Algarve holidays are perfect for couples seeking to spend some quality time together.

There is plenty of fun to be had for families with holidays in the Algarve! Spend your days at one of the many beaches in Algarve making sandcastles and relaxing under the sun. Take a trip down to the zoo in Lagos, where you’ll see over 150 animal species and you’ll get a chance to feed some animals! You will love the parks Algarve holidays have to offer such as the Aqualand water park - where you can splash around all day in the pools and slide down the slides or the Zoomarine - where dolphins put on a show for you to enjoy and plenty of water activities for you to explore! If that’s not enough, there’s always time to go on a boat tour and catch a dolphin spot where you’ll watch dolphins in their natural habitat or the see Benagil cave.