Algarve: Tips for better holidays.
The Algarve attracts more tourists than any other destination in Portugal.
Before you get here it will really help to know what to see and do, when to go and where to sleep.
This section gives you information about things you need to know to help you make a better travel decision.
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Algarve Travel Tips
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Vilamoura marina - Attractive with a good selection of restaurants, terraces and shops.
Jennifer Dillon, Ireland, Mature Couple -
Wild dolphins boat trips - Be aware that dolphins watch is no guaranted. You can ended up with just fast speed boat trip!
Jon Thomas, United Kingdom, Young Couple -
Telephone calls - Do not make your telephone calls from hotels. Their charges can be really absurd!
Erica Vreeswijk, Netherlands, Solo -
Restaurants - As rule of thumb restaurants' kitchens are open for lunch from 12:00 noon to 3:00pm and for dinner from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Busiest times are around 1pm for lunch and 9pm for dinner.
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Albufeira strip - The Strip could be anywhere in the world. No atmosphere and nothing Portugese. Lots of bars, restaurants and clubs. You know what to expect... Drink prices worth asking before you ask. Could be half the price in the bar next door.
José Santos, Portugal, Solo -
When to go for less - Off-season, which is mainly from October to Maio, is the best time to find some budget rooms and great promotions.
Adriana Melo, Portugal, Young Couple -
Falésia beach - This beach is well worth a visit! Beach is clean, great loungers. One of the best beaches we have been to!
Isabel Mendes, Portugal, Family with children -
Algarve Boat Trips - Make your way to Portimão’s riverside or Faro, Lagos and Vilamoura marinas and you’ll find several companies that do boat trips.
Vitor Andrade, Portugal, Young Couple -
Galé beach - Beautiful beach with the finest rocks and lots of lovely views. Gorgeous sunset and nice restaurants. Definitley worth a visit!
Francis Castles, United Kingdom, Mature Couple -
Boat excursions on the Ria Formosa - In Faro, by the docs, there are a few stands that sell boat excursions on the Ria Formosa. The visits are scheduled to happen several times a day but are depending on the weather conditions.
Anna Thalbach, Germany, Solo
The Algarve offers excellent conditions for outdoors sports and you'll find a wide choice, from the most extreme and radical to family oriented ones.
Important stopover area for countless birds, all seasons have their own particular species but there are always many to be seen in the Algarve. Ria Formosa, Castro Marim, Salgados or Sagres are some of Algarve's top-class birdwatching habitats and spots you can explore.
There are many excursions that will allow you to admire the beautifil atlantic cost of the Algarve. A great day out you cannot miss while your stay in the south of Portugal.
Apart from the spreaded small independent shops, Faro, Portimão and Guia - Albufeira, feature the best shopping centers in the Algarve.