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FEEL THE LIGHT OF THE ALGARVE !!

The sun, hospitality, beaches, golf, castles, red cliffs, little fishing communities, the wealth of fish and fresh sea food are all compelling reasons for our visitors.

ALGARVE SOUL

The almond sweets and the white houses with their ornate terraces and chimneys are the result of the region's rich history, filled with Moorish influences and castles.

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We have everything lined up to show you the best that the Algarve has to offer! On our blog www.inportobay.com you will find culinary tips and suggestions for visiting unforgettable places, along with other places off the beaten track, but no less interesting. .. We have been given the precious help of local bloggers who share their perspective of the city.

What to do in the Algarve?

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what to do

BEACH

Explore the 200 km coastline, full of coves, cliffs, caves and sand.

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GOLF

The Algarve has around 40 golf courses (32 with 18 holes and 8 with 9 holes).

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THE ALGARVE ON FOOT

Algarve offers interesting walking trails, whether along the coast or further inland.

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SEA

You can go diving, surfing, water-skiing, sailing, go on boat trips, and lots more . ..

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SPORTS

Discover the adrenaline of extreme sports and have an adventure in the Algarve!!

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BIKING AROUND THE ALGARVE

Discover the fantastic landscapes of the Algarve mountains and coast by bicycle.

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NATURE RESERVES

During the migratory season, you can spot many species of birds, some in danger of extinction!

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MUSEUMS AND CASTLES

Explore the monuments of Aljezur, Lagos, Silves, Faro, Tavira, Castro Marim or Alcoutim.

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THEME PARKS

Zoomarine, Aquashow Park or Slide&Splash are some of the most popular theme parks.

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NIGHTLIFE

Hear the latest sounds in clubs like Bliss, Kiss or Lick.

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ALGARVE FISH

The fresh fish and seafood delight visitors!!

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ALGARVE SWEETS

The highlight is the figures made from almond paste in the form of fruits, flowers and birds!

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TYPICAL HOUSES

Note the picturesque decorated chimneys and colourful platbands.

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ALBUFEIRA

Discover the lively nightlife, the beaches, the fantastic golf courses and the cuisine!

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  • How to get there

    Faro airport is 4 km from the capital of the Algarve. It links the Algarve to a great number of European cities such as Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Cologne, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Stockholm, Frankfurt, Helsinki, Copenhagen, London, Paris, Oslo and Zurich. ..

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  • CLIMATE

    The geographical position of the Algarve gives it special bioclimatic characteristics. The climate is temperate, with Mediterranean characteristics, with more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year and low average annual rainfall.

  • AVERAGE TEMPERATURES (°C)

    Average temperatures vary throughout the year between 15°C degrees centigrade in winter and 31°C in the summer, with no negative temperatures in winter when the sunny days attract tourists from countries in Northern Europe.

  • SEA AND BEACH

    During the summer, high temperatures provide sun and sea tourism and raise the profile of the Algarve as a bathing paradise. The fine white sand stretches for miles along the coast and the calm sea is around 22°C in the summer.

  • CLOTHING

    Despite the sun and mild temperatures, warm clothing is advised for those travelling to the Algarve in the winter; in summer, cool, light-coloured clothing and the use of sunscreen are recommended.

  • LANGUAGE

    The official language is Portuguese but in the Algarve you won’t have much difficulty communicating in English, French and Spanish.

  • POPULATION

    The number of inhabitants in the Algarve as a whole was 450,000 in 2011. Of these, 64,000 lived in Faro and 41,000 in Albufeira.

  • TIME

    The Algarve is on Greenwich Mean Time, the same as Lisbon and London. The Algarve is one hour behind Germany, France, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands and Scandinavia (two hours behind Finland).

  • CURRENCY

    The currency used is the Euro (€). It is possible to exchange foreign currency over the counter at banks or at currency exchange bureaux. Major credit cards are accepted at most locations.

  • ACCESSIBLE ALGARVE

    The Algarve is a tourist destination geared up for everyone to enjoy its natural beauties, its beaches and its cities. Find information here that can help you plan your holiday in this region.

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  • ELECTRICITY

    Electric current is 220V; European two-pin plugs are used.

  • WATER

    It is safe to drink tap water from the public supply.

  • EMERGENCIES

    112 is the emergency number.

  • DRIVING

    In Portugal vehicles drive on the right. Seat belts are compulsory, a helmet is required to ride a motorbike. No mobile phones allowed while driving. Traffic signs follow international conventions. The legally permissible level of alcohol is 0.5g/litre.

  • SMOKING

    In accordance with Portuguese law, smoking is prohibited anywhere inside PortoBay hotels in Portugal, including bars and restaurants. Smoking is also forbidden in rooms, and is only allowed on balconies and outdoors.

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