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#traveldiaries My vacation in the Algarve, Portugal, was nothing short of amazing! 🏖️ This region is a paradise with its golden beaches, rugged cliffs, and charming towns. I spent a lot of time in *Lagos*, where the coastline is absolutely stunning. The *Ponta da Piedade* cliffs were a highlight; it's free to visit, and the views of the turquoise water against the rock formations are breathtaking. I even took a boat tour for around 20 EUR to explore the hidden caves and grottos up close, which I highly recommend! *Praia Dona Ana* was my favorite beach – it’s surrounded by cliffs and has crystal-clear water, perfect for swimming and snorkeling. For a bit of culture, I visited the *Forte da Ponta da Bandeira*, with an entrance fee of just 2 EUR. It’s small but offers some great insights into the area's history and beautiful views from the top. I also made a day trip to *Albufeira*, which has a lively atmosphere and great nightlife. The Old Town is full of narrow streets, with restaurants serving delicious seafood. Don’t miss trying the grilled sardines, a local specialty! 🍤 Overall, the Algarve is a fantastic mix of natural beauty, relaxation, and adventure. I’m already planning my next trip back! 🌞 #trip #Algarve #PortugalTravel #BeachParadise #ExploreAlgarve #CoastalAdventures

The southern coast of Portugal is often overlooked when people plan a summer holiday. But with sublime rocky coastlines, gorgeous terracotta beaches and waves great for surfing - you’re really missing out on an all round great experience. The locals are really friendly, and depending on where you choose to go, it’s got some great places for every budget. Getting There - there are flights into the main airport FARO (Fao) from most major UK airports and some small ones too - and if you book at the right time you can get super cheap flights with budget airlines too! Attractions - there are family water parks & sea life centre, golf, wine tasting, watersports, boat trips and much more! Hotels - a great range of hotels for different budgets, also some great 4*+ hotels within golf resorts along the coast - including a Four Seasons. Food & Restaurants - many different cuisines, lots of Pan Asian, Sushi, Indian, Italian and traditional Portuguese. And if you like fish, trust me, you will want to eat plenty of the fresh local fish while you’re there! Also try the traditional Portuguese “Pasties de nata” custard tarts. Shopping - lots of shopping malls around, with well known high street European brands (Pull & Bear, H&M, Stradivarius etc.) as well as special designer stores and a large outlet mall near Almancil. #portugal #algarve #summervacation

The Algarve is the southern part of Portugal with amazing beaches , caves and rock formations. There are many small cities dotted along the coastline with great hotels and restaurants. It is about 2.5 hours drive from Lisbon and makes it a popular weekend and summer destination. #portugal #algarve #summerholiday

There are plenty of ways to reach the cave. I started off at the Benagil beach and reached the cave by kayak. It is pretty close and it took me 5 mins to arrive at the cave. I am so amazed by the beauty of the nature. #benagil #algarve

If you spend an evening in Algarve, Portugal you’d better enjoy the local Mediterranean cuisine. To me Algarve in general is not a very interesting destination as it’s crowded with tourists and kind of hiding the local cultural features out from the sight. But I’d say restaurant Rafael makes a little difference. It’s a place where locals also like to go. The chef is dedicated in making high quality food using good ingredients. You can meet locals and people who live in the region at those tables. The restaurant is located in Vilamoura. The address is: Avenide Tivoli, Lote H5, 8125-410 Vilamora. #portugal #faro #algarve #vilamora #restaurant #passionpassport

📍Address: Arcos Naturais da Praia da Marinha Algarve is one of the top destinations to travel to in Portugal - its coastline is full of stunning scenery. There are lots of natural arcs along the shore with a pretty good infrastructure for hiking. It is short and offers lots of spectacular views! Take some time to enjoy a calm summer day ocean breeze - I definitely recommend this spot ❤️ #Algarve #portugal #atlanticocean

After delightful times in Vietnam and Bangkok, our family journey took us to the Algarve, southern Portugal, with Loulé as our chosen destination. We wanted to experience winter in southern Portugal and see what our favorite summer spot looks like in a different season🏞️. We stayed in a super nice Airbnb owned by a German lady named Ulrike. Her hospitality and the comfort of her home made our journey even more perfect. Winter here is unbelievably warm and spring-like. Loulé and the Algarve region are charming both in summer and winter. During the winter, we enjoyed the quieter beaches, explored ancient towns without the summer crowds, and experienced Algarve in a different season. This trip not only allowed us to appreciate the beauty of Loulé but also to immerse ourselves deeper into the local lifestyle. Little Sienna also found many new discoveries and fun here, creating beautiful memories that will last us a long time. Do you have places you wish to visit in winter? Or any special travel destinations to recommend? Feel free to share your stories! #Algarve #Loulé #PortugalTravel #FamilyJourney #WinterExploration #AirbnbExperience #SiennasJourney

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Getting There - Easy flight with Ryanair to Faro. Not difficult to travel to and at cheap prices Attractions - Beaches and lots of watersports to do! We did banana boats and enjoyed our time on the beach. English speakers were of abundance so really easy to communicate Food - Nice seafood available and we were also able to locate different cuisines such as Indian curry. #Portugal #Albufeira #Algarve

Lagos, Portugal in winter. Lovely português town, with a little bit of everything but beach town vibes. Colors for sunset, moonrise, and sunrise in winter are beautiful. #lagos#algarve #portugal