The Algarve: The Perfect Place for Winter Picnics

While the idea of a winter picnic may conjure images of icy fingers clutching at a warm thermos as you huddle like penguins to keep the heat in, it’s safe to say that when that winter picnic’s in the Algarve, that’s certainly not what you can expect. Picture the brightest blue sky framing vibrant palm […]
Restaurants in Carvoeiro: Where to Eat

When on holiday, there’s simply nothing better than exploring the restaurants on offer. Whether you dive into local specialities, take your tastebuds on a tour of what the country has to offer, or seek out your personal favourites, there’s a thrill in picking out the establishments you’ll visit, so keep reading to explore some of […]
Golf Holidays in the Algarve

Explore the Algarve’s Best Golf Courses Three hundred days of sunshine a year make the Algarve a golfing destination of excellence. The weather, that is, and the wide selection of 32 golf courses spread along Portugal’s southernmost region, boasting views over the Atlantic, rolling hills, and some of the Algarve’s characteristic whitewashed towns and villages. […]
Walking in the Algarve: Walking Holidays for all tastes

A year-round hiker’s paradise Few places in Europe are quite as pleasant year-round as the Algarve. From warmer summer months when any exercise should be interspersed with dips in cooling water, to balmier winters with little rainfall and clear skies, it’s no wonder the region is well-known as a walker’s paradise. With walking season in […]
The Algarve’s Best Beaches

Find out about award-winning beaches in Portugal The Algarve: voted Europe’s best beach destination 8 years running and the world’s leading beach destination 2, and for good reason. But when you look closer, you’ll find there’s more to Southern Portuguese beaches than simply finding your nearest sandy enclave. From hidden beaches only accessible by sea […]
Wildlife in the Algarve: Dolphin, Whale, and Birdwatching

Boat trips to explore the sea and skies When in the Algarve, there are some activities visitors simply shouldn’t miss. One is exploring some of Europe’s best beaches, but another unmissable attraction lies just beyond the Algarve’s golden sand, diving among and over the waves. Home to a vast array of sea creatures big and […]
Walks on the Beach: Benefits and Top Tips

The benefits of walking in the Algarve Whether you’re a seasoned walker looking to mix up your location, a beach lover seeking new seaside entertainment, or a holiday goer wondering what to do, it’s safe to say that walks on the beach are an all-around winner. From the quality of the workout on legs, knees, […]
Food in the Algarve: What and Where to Eat

Find out about the traditional Algarve food you won’t want to miss Though many head to the Algarve for their annual dose of sea, sun, and sand, the region offers so much more… not least its food! Recognised as following the Mediterranean diet, the best food in the Algarve is plant-based, seasonal, and fresh. From […]
Things to do in the Algarve for families

Wondering what to do in the Algarve? Check out this list of family activities Visitors flock to the Algarve year after year for a holiday for the books. Decided on your destination but wondering what to do in the Algarve? Check out our list of the best places in the Algarve for families, helping you […]
The Best Places to Visit in the Algarve

Stay at the Rocha Brava Village Resort for easy access to them all! Holidays in the Algarve mean different things to different people. To most who come to southern Portugal in summer, the Algarve is a prime destination for an excellent beach holiday. Others come for spring golfing excellence, while others jet to the region […]