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Albufeira: Caves and Coastline Catamaran Cruise to Benagil
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Seville day trip from the Algarve
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Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting
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Lagos and Ponta Da Piedade Private Tour & Algarvian Wine Tasting
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Lagos: Sailboat Trip to Ponta da Piedade
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Albufeira Old Town Square
Framed by bars, galleries and shops, this leafy plaza is a great starting point for exploring the treasures of Albufeira’s historic center.

Falesia Beach
Pine groves crown the scorched red-orange cliffs edging this long and wide beach, complete with comfortable amenities, watersports options and lifeguard patrols.

Sao Rafael Beach
Explore tidal pools and take part in adventure sports or just sit back, enjoy the warm sunshine and admire the wonderful scenery.

Vilamoura Marina
Take a boat trip to see dolphins and go parasailing with a tour operator near this marina, which is bordered by the town’s main strip of restaurants and nightclubs.

Marina de Lagos
Admire the exclusive yachts in the harbor, enjoy sangria at a bar in view of the water and visit the wax museum.

Rocha Beach
Backed by golden-red cliffs and met by the white-flecked waves of the Atlantic, this spectacular beach is one of the Algarve’s most popular.

Praia da Luz
Praia da Luz is a beautiful sandy beach located just 6 km away from Lagos in the Algarve, Portugal. It’s located in the picturesque village of Luz, known for its narrow roads lined with bougainvillea flowers.

Albufeira Marina
Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Oura Beach
Water sports, stunning scenery and walks to quiet coves await at this beach located to the east of Albufeira’s Old Town.
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Vilamoura
With a yacht-filled marina and sandy stretches of sand lapped by turquoise seas, this Algarve beach resort town offers holiday heaven.

Albufeira Old Town
Albufeira Old Town is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square or Peneco Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Praia da Rocha
Praia da Rocha is an all year round holiday destination, known internationally for having one of the most beautiful coastlines in the Algarve. One of its most popular stretches of sand, Rock’s Beach, owes its name to the rocks that rise between the sand and the sea.

Vale do Lobo
Vale do Lobo is one of the largest luxury golf resorts in the Algarve, covering an area of approximately three square km. On top of the top notch golf, the resort also offers tennis, sailing, other sports and pristine beaches. There’s never a dull moment in Vale do Lobo.

Faro City Centre
Faro City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Faro Marina and A Companhia de Teatro do Algarve while in the area.

Quinta do Lago
Quinta do Lago is a luxury golf resort located in Almancil, Central Algarve, just a short 15 minute drive away from Faro Airport. It is located in a region of stunning natural beauty and contains a pine forest and lake, several beaches, as well as the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
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