The Algarve
The Algarve is the southernmost end of Portugal and has more sunny days than California! It is no surprise that 7 million people visit its award-winning beaches, its historic cities, its competitive golf courses and its stunning landscapes each year.
The beautiful golden sand beaches are some of the best in the world. 86 received the much coveted Blue Flag award, so it is no surprise that they are one of the main attractions in the Algarve. The beaches are fully prepared to meet all your needs, offering spectacular views of the coast, bars to relax and restaurants by the sea, sun loungers, umbrellas and water sports activities for summer fun and much more ...
Weather in the Algarve
The Algarve enjoys the best climate in Europe. With only a short period of rain (between November and March) and long hours of sunshine (the highest average in Europe). During the summer months, temperatures are high, with sea water around 22 ° C.
The Algarve climate is influenced by continental Europe, North Africa, the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Average temperatures in the Algarve vary between 15ºC and 31ºC, almost never dropping below zero in the winter months.
The Algarve is also known for its unique contrast between the golden coast and the beautiful countryside, its many historic sites and thousands of species of flora and fauna. If you still want more than just a beach holiday, this is the perfect destination for photography, painting and nature observation, hiking, cycling and sailing as well.
How to travel to the Algarve
Due to their location, surrounded by land and sea, resorts in the Algarve enjoy good transport connections. Several international airlines, including low cost carriers, regularly fly to the Algarve via Faro Airport.
The Algarve also benefits from a recently modernized road network, making road travel through the region easier. Train travelers in the region have easy access to the Portuguese rail service (CP - Comboios de Portugal), which connects the Algarve to the rest of Portugal and beyond.
Your Holidays in Albufeira
Albufeira is one of the most famous tourist cities in Portugal in the district of Faro. Since the 1960s, when it became popular as a holiday destination with tourists from northern Europe, it has developed from a picturesque fishing village to a bustling holiday resort. Its history dates back to Roman times, when it was known as "Baltum". The Moors, who occupied the city in the 8th century, called it Al-Buhera, which means "The Castle on the Sea".
Albufeira, which is just a forty-minute drive from the Algarve International Airport, Faro, can be divided into two main areas of interest: the old town of Albufeira and the new town of Albufeira.
Vilamoura, The Best Golf Destination
The village of Vilamoura, recently voted the main golf destination in Europe, is just a 15 minute drive east of Albufeira, and there are also some good quality golf courses close to the center of Albufeira.