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Sailing holidays in the Algarve - Hello Magazine

In the Algarve, the southernmost region of Portugal, surf's up on many of the beaches, golf greens overlook the sea, the climate is mild and the beaches quiet. That all sounds pretty good in itself, but there ...

Survey reveals Portugal as best value family destination for summer - find flights with WhichBudget - PRLog (free press release)

PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 10, 2010 – The Post Office Family Holiday Report has revealed Portugal to be the best value family destination for Brits this summer, closely followed by Bulgaria, Spain and Croatia ...

A child-friendly Mediterranean resort - Financial Times

Holidays, as any parent of young children knows, are not what they used to be. When choosing a hotel for a sojourn en famille , the Michelin status of the dining options, the thread count of the bed linen, or ...

Third of Britons will have main holiday on home soil, study says - The Guardian

Many British people are holidaying at home this summer amid fears over tour operator problems, flight upsets and the eurozone's debt crisis, according to a study by CSMA Club. One in four holidaymakers is ...

Talking Turkey? Not really - Sophia Echo

We delved into savings to have a week-long family holiday in an all-inclusive resort. The hotel in question was near Antalya on the south coast of Turkey, although as you will read, the fact that it was in Turkey is of ...

Why are we still dying for a tan? The Brits abroad who are happy to burn in the sun - Daily Mail

Recent research claims we're getting more sun savvy. If you believe the hype, we're slapping on the high-factor sunscreen, leaving the midday sun to the mad dogs, and carefully covering up. Except we're not, are we? We ...

Are Brits really getting the message about staying safe in the sun? Not on the Costas, it seems... - Daily Mail

Femail's Claire Coleman travelled to Spanish holiday hotspot the Costa Del Sol with skin specialist Dr Bunting to find out just how careful Britons are in the sun. Recent research claims we're getting more sun savvy. If ...

Resolved Question: Camping in Algarve, Portugal?

Do you know any camping park really close to the beach in Algarve, Portugal? Thanks more

Resolved Question: Where to go in the Algarve?

I'm planning a trip to the Algarve with my son at the beginning of September, we're 38 and 18 years of age. Things we are hoping for: A fairly peaceful area to stay. Within walking distance of beach, shops and restaurants nearby (We like to try fresh, healthy and local dishes) Commutable distance from Faro airport (no plans to hire car). Local places of interests, markets, Ports etc Somewhere that isn't packed with drunken tourists..but equally somewhere that isn't totally isolated and dead! I'd appreciate any suggestions, I have been looking at Alvor but having never visited Portugal do not have a clue! Taxi fares to destination would also be useful! Thank you more

Resolved Question: Creative poses for pictures at the beach?

Well, i am going to Portugal next week (very very excited) and i love photography so i want some ideas of what i can take pictures of myself doing eg. swimming, sunbathing, listening to iPod etc. Any ideas and photos are welcome and much appreciated! This is where i'm staying- http://www.destination360.com/europe/portugal/images/s/albufeira.jpg <<That exact beach is the place i am referring to, it's Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal. If you know it then you'll know how amazing it is there :) Thank you! PS Please no dirty ideas, i'm only 15... (: more

Resolved Question: Hotels in Albufeira, Algarve?

I am looking at booking a hotel for myself, my partner and our children age 15 and 11. We have two in mind, but are not sure which one to go for! They are Vilanova Resort, or Luna Alpinus Falesia. Do you know any of these hotels. We are looking at entertainment to keep the children entertained, but also near the beach and golf courses! Many thanks xx more

Resolved Question: Where to go in southern Spain?

I am going to southern Portugal and Spain in September. We are going to Lisbon, the Algarve, then plan to go to Seville for a couple days, maybe down to Gibraltar, maybe Malaga, and up to Madrid where we fly home from. We will be in Spain for 5 days, and can't decide where to go. We are pretty set on Seville, but not sure yet about Gibraltar or Malaga. We considered Ronda, Costa del Sol, and a number of other places, but there is too much to choose from! Does anyone have any recommendations? If you were in the south of Spain for 5 days where would you go and what would you do? (We are open to beaches, cities, etc. Enjoy active travel too)Thanks for all of the great feedback! I'm looking into Granada more now...seems to be a consensus here that it's a must-see. We are travelling by train, bus, and bike the entire time and will not be renting a car so not as worried about traffic, but less flexible in the number of places we can travel to and unfortunately can't tour many of the backroads on our own (except by bike). Does anyone have any suggestions of where to stay in Seville, or Granada? Some cheap, clean, and in a good location is all I'm looking for. Character is a bonus! Thanks again! more

Resolved Question: best place to stay on the algarve?

me and my boyfriend have booked flights to portugal.. were playing on staying on the Algarve.. were looking for somewhere young, lively beside the beach and near the clubs pubs resrestaurants.. any help would be good!! we are currently looking at praia da roche but its V far from the airport!!! more

Resolved Question: ok so in portugal if you were on the beach in algarve can you see the azores?

i need to know for a project i have to do please and thank you in advance to you all more

Resolved Question: Where is the best place for a group of 18yr olds to go on holiday!?

After our A-levels in about July me and some friends are planning on going on holiday preferably to Greece. Iv already looked in to crete and rhodes but have no idea what to expect or where to look. Has anyone ever been there and can recommend some nice hotels located close to sandy beaches (not quiet ones, we want some atmosphere) with good nite life for partying etc. If not what else would you recommend e.g algarve? But we dont want to go to places like Ibiza where theres too many Brits already lol Oh and we have a budget of no more than £400 - £500max pp . Thank youuuu :D more

Resolved Question: Best Resort in Algarve to stay with 1.5 year old ?

Hiya me and my partner (23 + 28 ) are taking my little son who will be 1.5 years in September on holiday thinking of the Algarve ! We have no idea of a good holiday resort in the algrave to stay with our little 1. We want a resort that has plenty to do, nice beaches, great restaurants not too much nightlife but plenty of bars not 18 - 30's !! we want somewhere with waterpark etc. any ideas as to which resort would be good for us ? We are also wanting to go all inclusive in a 4-5* hotel xx Any comments would be great thanxs xx more

Resolved Question: Which area in the Algarve, Portugal is a good place to stay?

I want a peaceful area to stay in the Algarve but not too far from the airport, walking distance of beach and shops and restaurants nearby. more

Resolved Question: Where should we go on Holiday after exams?

Theres around 10 of us. We DONT want to go to the slightly chavy places like Magaluf and Ibiza. The criteria are: Sun, Clubs, Villa's, Airport Nearish and prefferably beaches. We were thinking Algarve or south of spain or possibly Cyprus but arent sure about which towns or citys are entertaining. We will all be 18 (We've already been to amsterdam (Three times:])) and we will all be 18, any ideas? Thanks in advance. more

Resolved Question: Girly holiday in the Algarve 2010?

My friends and I (all 18) were thinking about going to the Algarve in July next year, we would want to go to bars but not into the 'full on' party scene, we would also want lots to do for the 7-10 days we are going and I just wondered if the Algarve was the best place for us and if so where would be the best place to stay? Thinking about staying in Albufeira and I was just keen to find out people's experiences of the place and if you would recommend it, thank you very much! Also love shops and markets and of course the beach! more

Resolved Question: Aquamarina Beach Club, Algarve Portugal?

Any one been there? Tripadvisor is less than complimentary, is it that bad? more

Resolved Question: planning trip from lisbon to algarve and back, what is best way to travel?

also need suggestions for beach hotels more

Resolved Question: where is the best place to go abroad if you want:?

All inclusive, Nice beach, lively, Good nightlife, Very warm, Good for 18-20 year olds, Basicly theres about 15 of us all looking for a nice place to go on holiday. We want a very party atmosphere, lively but also we want a nice resort with a nice bar and resturant incase we dont feel like going out. Places i dont want are: santa ponsa- i love it iv been going since i was 1 my grand parents had an appartment in the jardin del mar, but i want some where new. Algarve portugal- again loved it but went there for the football in 04 i think it was. Alcudia Usa thank you more

Resolved Question: We want to go to Portugal in September can you recommend the best places to go? Want to be near beach and city?

Have thought of the Algarve and also the coast near Lisbon .would like to hear from someone who has been and can recommend it. We like visiting castles and churches. Sitting on the beach, [though not for the whole holiday[good food and wine. more

Resolved Question: Cheap accomodation; PORTUGAL?

I am wondering if anyone knows any websites or anything at all that has a flat, apartment, villa, hotel room etc etc for a week in portugal in august 19th-26th august Only hoping to spend around £300-£500 as flights were very expensive. There are six of us, 4 being children so a three bedroom accommodation? Pref near beach and with pool flights are to Faro airport which is in Algarve in Portugal so anywhere near there really? I may be being a bit ambitious with the price but anything close is useful. Would be much appreciated. more

Resolved Question: What is there to do in portugal?

we are staying near the beach (Algarve its called) and am wondering what is there to do for 3 16year old's? We already are going to 2 swimming parks. And if anyone knows any clubs that are relatively near it would be much appreciated, (also we aren't into art and culture we are going for a fun time :D Many Thanks, Oli more

Resolved Question: Segway Hire in Albufeira, Portugal?

I've heard that there is a man that hires out Segways next to Fisherman's Beach in Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal. Does anyone know more detail about this. Company name, how to contact them etc. Thanks a lot. more

Resolved Question: Is portugal a nice place to visit?!?

i wanna visit any country in Europe but at the same i wanna go to place that got beaches (i heard that spain and italy got the best beaches, but i haven't heard anything about Portugal but CURIOSITY is killing me) so, which is better to visit Lisbon or Algarve?! and how long does it take from Lisbon to algarve by train?! and Is it a safe country?! more

Resolved Question: How long is the plane journey.......?

How long is the plane journey to Kefolonia from London Gatwick? And how about Algarve? Also has anyone got any ideas where two 18 years olds can go on holiday, cheap, nice beaches, don't really mind about the night scene. Thank you in advance! :) more

Voting Question: quickest way to get a tan at the beach?

hey, i live in Portugal in the Algarve. Every year, when we get close to the summer me and my friends all compete to get the best tan!!! (meaning darker). I use Baby Johnsons, and it acutally does work. Are there other suggestions?? ANY would be great!!!!!!! more

Resolved Question: Which place is better for the beach and shopping in spain... Algarve, Alicante, or Malaga?

im may go to spain this summer, and i want to know the beach place for a 17 year old girl who wants the sun, shopping, and nightlife too! more

Resolved Question: Can anyone reccomend a sophisticated hotel in algarve?

Me and my boyfriend are going on our first holiday together and we have decided we really want to go to the Algarve in Portugal. We would like a hotel that is walking distance from the beach, is fairly quiet (Not full of children or loud tourists) and near to shopping and places to eat out. Could anybody recommend a place which fits this description?? Thanks:) x more

Resolved Question: BRITISH that go to ALGARVE here?

I wanna know what do you think when you go to Algarve and when you get there, instead of being in a 100% foreign country, with a different language and food, you get english pubs, burgers, lager, full of British people wearing the same football jerseys and instead of going to the beach you go to the pub and watch a pre-season annoying Man Utd vs Beijing Chyonyang or a exciting West Ham vsShanghaii Whatever Ling Ping I'm asking this, because i feel that you British surely would expect something different from Algarve. more

Resolved Question: beach holidays in may?

my parents have made a last minute decision of going away in may. what would you recommend as a not too expensive but nice beach holiday? (please don't say algarve) xo more

Resolved Question: Where to stay...Portugal in July?

Where's best to stay in Portugal? Me and five friends are looking to stay for 3 nights early July. I've done some research, but am finding in hard narrowing down. Porto sounds good, so does Algarve. We're looking for somewhere near the beach, scenic views, where we can chill and party! Oh, and not too expensive.. any ideas? more

Resolved Question: Algarve Lagos or Albufeira or somewhere else?

Me and my husband are planning to go to the Algarve for 10 days at the end of June/beginning of July. We are both in our mid 20's and would like somewhere that fits the following criteria. Good nightlife Nice beaches (not to overcrowded if possible) Activities Good shopping opportunities So in a nutshelle somewhere relaxing but fun at the same time ( I know I'm asking a bit too much lol). So which (if any) do you think best fits the description? more

Resolved Question: Holiday In Albufeira,Algarve,Portugal. Help!!?

My Boyfriend + I are flying into Faro airport on the 10th of June 2009 and are staying for 1week. We are looking for accommodation but don't know where to stay as so many places have mixed reviews!!... We were thinking probably Albufeira as it is close to everything and we do not have a car. We would like somewhere: 1.Close to the beach (possibly beach front but not necessary) 2.A nice pool 3.Not too expensive (willing to pay about 200euro each) I would be really grateful if anyone could help!!!!!! Thanks.. more

Resolved Question: Algarve or Spain coast?

Hi there. We are planning a trip to enjoy the beach in either the Algarve, Portugal or Spain (e.g. Costa del Sol, Costa del la Luz...) We have never visited before and we are having a difficult time deciding which we should go to. Any advice would be most appreciated. Thank you. more

Resolved Question: Can anyone recommend any good hotels in Albufeira, Portugal?

15 friends and myself are planning to go on holiday together in June 2010. We are considering Albufeira in the Algarve, Portugal, as a possible destination. Can anyone reccomend and hotels? THey must be: * Cheap, budget of £0-150 each for 1 week. (if we can get 2 weeks on this then that would be even better but probably not likely.) * Near the beach, we won't be driving when we get there. * Swimming pool. * Clean * Near the shops, restaurants, and the Strip. * Suitable for young adults, we're all going to be 17/18 when we go! We really need some help! Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Cheap bed and breakfast in Algarve in FEB?

Hoping to visit there in 3wks time, does anyone know of anywhere to stay near the beach that won't cost too much? more

Resolved Question: What is the best place to visit if I ever travel near you?

If I ever go to a place near you, what would be your recommendation, other than the known tourist traps? Any info is helpful, a hotel, a church, a small plaque, a mom and pap dinner or a fine restaurant, places to shop or even a good view. If you ever come to Portugal, I recommend the Church of S. Francisco, the fabulous beaches of the Algarve, and a trip in the Douro Train, that follows the wineries of the Douro valley.The surf is AWESOME!! I'm sure that the thing that would surprise you more is the feeling of safety, and the friendliness of the people. This is a great place to live. more

Resolved Question: Travel to Portugal, one of the oldest countries of Europe with year-around sunshine?

Do you know Algarve? Portugal Beaches, weather, best holiday resorts, tourist information, places of interest. Whats the best place to stay in Algarve? more

Resolved Question: Villa holiday locations with young children (Portugal, Spain etc)?

we are looking for a villa holiday (kids too young to do a resort style "play club") in the Algarve or Menorca or anywhere similar in Portugal or Spain or the Islands thereof that has child friendly restaurants/play areas/ childrens beach activities etc Can anybody recommend from personal experiance (or from family or friends etc) more

Resolved Question: where is a good place to go on holiday?

i will be 18 years old when i will be going on holiday and I'm looking for a relaxing time with my boyfriend with a really nice hotel with nice gardens,pools and rooms at a reasonable price. i would also really like nice beaches or coves with lots of places to eat, I'm not bothered about going out clubbing it ha ha, just a relaxing time away where i can get a tan =] i was thinking about south of france, Algarve or majorca any other suggestions...? i also want it to be reasonably cheap to eat out... all in all about £500 for flight and hotel. also, who do yo think it is best to do package deals with like thomson, first choice etc? thanks xx more

Resolved Question: do you need a permission to build a wooden tower?

something simple like this? http://www.algarve-beach-life.com/image-files/paderne-tower2.jpgis there anything that you can build without permission? more

Resolved Question: where should a 22 year old girl stay in Algarve Portugal in august?

I am wanting to travel to algarve in august probably the 14th to 21st. i just want to lay by a pool or beach and have a relaxing time. i have never been to portugal and dont know if this is safe or if i will have fun. does anyone have any suggestions as where i should stay and what i should do? i am happy to lay by the pool all day but if there are some markets i would like to visit them. thanks so much x more

Resolved Question: barcelona or algarve?

we want a weeks hol in sept. we both fancy the algarve but are having difficulty finding a hotel and flight for the days we need to go etc (a nice hotel anyway) also i wud love to visit barcelona. is there a zoo and a water park in the vicinity of barcelona pls. also best area to stay if wanting to be near a beach more

Resolved Question: website for cheap hotels in algarve.?

I'm looking for low budget hotels on the beach or within walking distance of Praia da Rocha...Portimao. Does anyone know any good websites. more

Resolved Question: What are some good things to do while im in Portugal this summer?

so, i go there every year. but we always do the same thing, like look historical figures, go to the beach, restauraunts. my dad suggest we should spend a few days in Algarve which im sure will be fun. but whatse can i do. im going to be around Lisboa(lisbon) and Caldas,. (if that helps lol) more

Resolved Question: want to viem images of don ana beach in algarve lagos?

going there in august so would like to see a wee picture of it more

Resolved Question: Where to stay in the Algarve?

Can anyone recommend a resort to stay in in the Algarve. Going for a quick sunshine holiday with my mam for a week in September. Have never been before and have no idea where to stay. Looking for self-catering apartment, very near beach, good selection and shops and quality restaurants, nice resort with amenities if the weather isn't good. Any ideas? more

Resolved Question: Which Portuguese Algarve town has better beaches and is more scenic; Faro, Lagos or Sagres?

Resolved Question: going to holiday to Portugal ...?

we're planning to go to a beach(sandy) holiday to portugal in july or august .....but haven't decided yet where to go...looking for a good hotel near a sandy beach...any ideas or tips ?? which city is best to go... lisbon....algarve or madeira ....? thanx . more

Resolved Question: Algarve June Roadtrip .... Advice needed!!?

Hi .... me and my partner are thinking about a roadtrip in the Algarve in mid-June, flying into Faro.... We don't really want to book anywhere in advance, just see where the wind takes us (so to speak). A few questions really: 1) Does anyone know what hotel availability is like this time of year? 2) What are the best towns/villages/beaches to go to? more

Resolved Question: What is Praia da Rocha like as a resort, in the Algarve in Portugal? Is it close to shops, bars beach etc?

Resolved Question: Algarve or crete?

Me & my husband are planning on heading away on holiday in August but we cant decide on Praia De Rocha in the Algarve or Hersonissos in Crete. We have to fly from Bournemouth & the most important things for us is the shortest transfer time from the airport to the resort. The beach has to be within walking distance & it has to be sandy & there has to be music on the beach. The night life has to be close as well. Have any of you any view on the best of these two. Any advise would be gratefully appreciated coz we want to book soon & Im completely torn between the 2 places. more

Resolved Question: I am looking for a cheap villa with a pool in algarve in portugal between 16/8-30/8/08 for a family?

Close to a beach, things for children and adults to do,not too touristy, can sleep up to 8/9 people. more

Resolved Question: Q about vale de lobo !!?

http://www.thomson.co.uk/destinations/europe/portugal/algarve/vale-do-lobo/holidays-vale-do-lobo.html where actually is that?? just vale de lobo beach?? does it have a name? are there any hotels on the ebach?? xxx more