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		<title>10% discount on all Faro Airport Transfers</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Planning a holiday in the Algarve always begins with the excitement of discovering the famous golden sand beaches, hidden coves, and authentic Portuguese gastronomy. ​However, any experienced traveler knows that the tone of the entire holiday is largely set by the very first hour spent on Portuguese soil. Instead of wasting precious time in long]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Planning a holiday in the Algarve always begins with the excitement of discovering the famous golden sand beaches, hidden coves, and authentic Portuguese gastronomy.</p>
<p>​However, any experienced traveler knows that the tone of the entire holiday is largely set by the very first hour spent on Portuguese soil. Instead of wasting precious time in long queues for car rentals or looking for last-minute solutions in front of the terminal, you can start your journey in peace, benefiting from a<a href="https://faro-airport-transfers.net/"> 10% discount on all Faro Airport Transfers.<br />
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​This promotion is designed to bring extra comfort and accessibility to any stay, providing private transport services of the highest standard, at fair and transparent rates.</p>
<p><strong>Why a private transfer remains the ideal solution upon arrival in Faro</strong></p>
<p>Faro International Airport is the central transport hub for the entire southern region of Portugal. During holiday periods, the large influx of tourists often makes public transport crowded, rigid in terms of schedule, and quite inconvenient if you have bulky luggage or are traveling with loved ones.</p>
<p>Choosing a specialized Faro airport transfers service simplifies the entire arrival experience:</p>
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<li>Meet &amp; Greet straight in the terminal: A dedicated driver awaits you at the exit of the baggage reclaim area, holding a sign with your name on it, so you don&#8217;t waste any time looking for the car.</li>
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<li>Automatic flight monitoring: Even if your flight is delayed or lands early, the pickup schedule is automatically adjusted, without any extra costs.</li>
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<li>Direct, door-to-door journey: No intermediate stops, no idle time, and no detours through other resorts. You arrive straight at the door of your accommodation.</li>
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<li>Fixed prices, no surprises: You know the final rate from the booking stage, with no fluctuations caused by heavy traffic or night surcharges.</li>
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<p><strong>How to benefit from the offer: 10% discount on all Faro Airport Transfers</strong></p>
<p>Accessing this discount is very easy, directly on the booking platform, and it applies to any destination in the region, whether for a one-way trip or round-trip packages:</p>
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<li>Enter your flight details: Specify the date of arrival, flight number, and the exact address of the hotel or villa where you are staying.</li>
<li>Choose the right vehicle: Depending on the size of your group, you can opt for a spacious executive car or a comfortable minivan with a generous capacity.</li>
<li>Confirm via email: You will immediately receive all the details of your booking and direct contact info for customer support.</li>
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<p><strong>Spacious minivans: Ultimate comfort for families and groups</strong></p>
<p>For those traveling with family, friends, or special luggage (such as equipment for the golf courses in Vilamoura or Vale do Lobo), generous space in the car is essential:</p>
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<li>Capacity of up to 8 seats: Each passenger enjoys ample legroom and a comfortable position throughout the journey.</li>
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<li>Extremely spacious trunk: Suitable for multiple large suitcases, strollers, and bulky sports bags.</li>
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<li>Independently adjustable climate control: Maintains a cool and pleasant atmosphere, regardless of the heat outside.</li>
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<li>Child safety features: On request, vehicles are equipped free of charge with approved car seats and boosters complying with road regulations.</li>
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<p>Our drivers are professionals with extensive experience on the roads of southern Portugal—polite, fluent in English, and always ready to offer useful local tips to make your holiday as successful as possible.</p>
<p>Fast connections to the main destinations in the Algarve<br />
Regardless of the resort you have chosen, a private transfer ensures a quick and safe journey across the region&#8217;s road network:</p>
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<li>Albufeira: The vibrant tourist heart of the coast, about 35–40 minutes away.</li>
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<li>Vilamoura &amp; Quarteira: The cosmopolitan destination of marinas and golf courses, reachable in about 25 minutes.</li>
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<li>Lagos &amp; Praia da Luz: The spectacular western area, with impressive cliffs and unique landscapes, under an hour’s drive away.</li>
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<li>Carvoeiro &amp; Ferragudo: Picturesque settlements full of traditional charm, located about 45 minutes away.</li>
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<li>Tavira &amp; the eastern coast: A quiet area, appreciated for its historical architecture and authentic atmosphere.</li>
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<p><strong> Useful recommendations for a worry-free journey</strong></p>
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<li>Provide exact flight details: This allows for the perfect synchronization of the driver&#8217;s arrival with the actual landing of the aircraft.</li>
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<li>Mention the need for child car seats: Ensure the comfort and safety of the little ones by specifying their age in the booking form.</li>
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<li>Book a round-trip transfer: Take advantage of the 10% discount for both segments of the trip and escape the stress of organizing your return journey to the airport.</li>
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<p>Take advantage of the <a href="https://faro-airport-transfers.net/"> 10% discount on all Faro Airport Transfers.<br />
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Transfersahead of time, sit back comfortably, and leave the drive to an experienced professional, while you focus exclusively on the beauty of your holiday in the Algarve.</p>
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		<title>Events in Algarve in November and December</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2017 16:56:56 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are planning to make a great trip in November/December to the wonderful Algarve you will definetely want to know this awesome events that are taking place here. 1. Festival Do Orgao do Algarve (Organ Festival of the Algarve) The festival is taking place between 03.11.2017 – 25.11.2017. It follows eight succesfull years in]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Ubuntu;"><span>If you are planning to make a great trip in November/December to the wonderful Algarve you will definetely want to know this awesome events that are taking place here.</span></span></span></p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Ubuntu;">1. Festival Do Orgao do Algarve (Organ Festival of the Algarve)</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Ubuntu;">The festival is taking place between 03.11.2017 – 25.11.2017. It follows eight succesfull years in faro and has been expaded across the regios. This year, the festival will take place across four counties: <span style="color: #363c48;"> Portimao</span>, Faro, Tavira and <span style="color: #363c48;">Loulé.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"> <span style="font-family: Ubuntu;"><span>You should&#8217;t miss this as you will enjoy many concerts and for sure you will have lot of fun.</span></span></span></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Ubuntu;">2. St. Martin&#8217;s fair in Portimao</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span><span> </span><span style="font-family: Ubuntu;">The fair has taken place every year since 1662 and it is considered the most ancient event and also the most popular in the city.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Visitors will have the chance to browse through 84 stalls where you can find anything from food, clothes, shoes,household item, toys and so on.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Also this year a novelty it will be the exhibition of new and used cars, which represents nine car brands in the Algarve. The show will take place at Portimao Arena, locaed in the grounds of the Parque de Feiras e Exposicoes, from 15:00 to 23:00, each day until 18.11.2017.</span></span></span></p>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">3. Christmas and New Year&#8217;s Eve</span></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Christmas celebration in Portugal traditionally start on December 8<sup>th</sup> (“The day of “Our Lady of the Conception”) and end of 12<sup>th</sup> night.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Christmas itself is celebrated on Christmas Eve night.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Did you ever imagined spending Christmas sorounded by decorations but somewhere where the weather is still warm? Algarve is the perfect answer.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">New Year celebration can become very expensive but did you thought that you can get more with less money?</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>You can watch the firework displays on the river front in Lagos and get a view of Portimao&#8217;s display as well.</span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Many open air concerts will take place in Albufeira and all the bars and clubs across the Algarve will stay open until the early hours so everyone can celebrate.</span></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">If you need a car we suggest you to hire a car from <a title="Lagos Car Hire" href="http://www.lagoscarhire.com/" target="_blank">Lagos Car Hire</a> as they have very good prices and lots of discounts up to 30% this time of the year.</span></span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Hope we helped you with some ideas for this autumn and winter and we wish you to enjoy your time in Algarve.</span></span></p>
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		<title>9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer &#8211; Part 3  </title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2017 08:45:33 +0000</pubDate>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Dear friends, we are back with the 9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer &#8211; Part 3 sees us going through the last three attractions of choice on our list. And today we go north, all the way to Porto and its surrounding areas, the sunny Douro Valley plains, where the hallmark Port wine is produced, and the small villages with cobblestone winding streets…</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>The North of Portugal is the industrial region, recognized as the richer and more somber side of the country. You can travel here easily with a </span></span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span><b>Porto airport transfer</b></span></span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>. You can also travel from there to the other corners of the country should you like to lodge in the north during your stay.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>7. <strong>Porto</strong> has a lot of mainstream sites to boast with, but also a lot of hidden, secret and wonderful sites, such as the Lello Bookstore, dubbed the most beautiful library in the world. Any bookworm traveling around the Globe should go there for a cup of coffee and a good book to browse through.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>8. If you want to </span></span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span><b>rent a car in Porto</b></span></span></span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>, you can afford to travel outside the city as well. In this case of figures, you should take a ride to Vila Nova de Gaia. the “barcos rabelos” accosted in the harbor make for a colorful and idyllic landscape. A trip top this typically northern-Portuguese town can serve as a perfect city break option.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>9. And here we are, at the end of our list. What should our last Portuguese suggestion be? Can we end our list so soon? First off, you must remember these are just mere suggestions, the list doesn’t really ever end. So here it is: <strong>Cais da Ribeira</strong>, a labyrinth of winding streets and narrow alleys facing the beautiful riverfront of the majestic Douro River.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><em><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Have a great time in Portugal this summer!</span></span></span></em></p>
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		<title>9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer &#8211; Part 2</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2017 08:14:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have finally come to the essential: Part 2 of the 9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer brings us to the seaside, the sunny, brilliant, shimmering shores of the Algarve. The southern part of Portugal is called the Algarve. It is the most beautiful and bright area and also home to]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>We have finally come to the essential: Part 2 of the 9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer brings us to the seaside, the sunny, brilliant, shimmering shores of the Algarve.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>The southern part of Portugal is called the Algarve. It is the most beautiful and bright area and also home to some of the most outstanding samples of inter-culturality, as it witnessed the rise and fall of several empires and rules, from the Roman to the Christian, to the Moorish and back to the Portuguese victory of the Reconquista. Good: so what can we visit here?</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>4. <strong>Faro</strong> is the capital city of the Algarve. It is also one of the most beautiful and economically prominent sites in Portugal. Cidade Velha is the compact and extremely romantic old town center of Faro, reminiscent of centuries old gone. Larga da Se is the core of the quarter, dominated by the silhouette of the old cathedral.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>Of course, Faro is not just the old center. The harbor is a beautiful picturesque spot as well and not to mention the Museu do Marítimo Almirante Ramalho Ortigão, which tells a beautiful tale about the maritime history of Portugal and the Algarve.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>5. <strong>Lagos</strong> is our next recommendation for your Algarve trip. You can stay there for a week or more for very accessible rates. It is big enough to have a city feel and everything you need at the tip of your fingers and small enough to be cozy and authentically Portuguese. You can go to </span></span></span><a href="http://www.lagoscarhire.com/"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span><b>Lagos car rental</b></span></span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span> and benefit from the best transport option: a car all ready for you for your trip.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span>6. Last (for today), but certainly not least, is <strong>Silves</strong>, one of the most scenic and picturesque towns in the Algarve. The Medieval Festival of Silves is an event that attracts thousands of people from all around the world, eager to have fun and remember the wonderful past with melancholy.</span></span></span></span></span></p>
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		<title>10 Places not to miss in Portimao &#8211; Part 1</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2017 16:18:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Summer is here and it is the very best time to be in Portugal, by the ocean, drinking a cocktail and reading a good book on the rocky beaches. Today we give you 10 Places not to miss in Portimao, a city that in itself is not to be missed if you are ever in]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Summer is here and it is the very best time to be in Portugal, by the ocean, drinking a cocktail and reading a good book on the rocky beaches. Today we give you 10 Places not to miss in Portimao, a city that in itself is not to be missed if you are ever in the sunny and shiny Algarve.</span></span></p>
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<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Praia da Rocha is the most famous and transited beach in Portimao. It offers some of the most staggering views of the Atlantic Ocean, bordered by the dramatic cliffs that dominate the sea landscape of the Algarve.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">The Portimao Museum is an award-winning cultural establishment, one that harbors some of the most famous archeological relics in the entire Algarve. It is a destination not to miss. I know I, for one, never leave a town without visiting a museum, so this is my recommendation for the day.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Canico Restaurant is a place to visit to satiate your hunger. You can enjoy the local delicacies in a wonderful ambient, surrounded by the wonderfully scenic landscapes of the sea (actually &#8211; never forget: the Atlantic Ocean)!</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">TEMPO might mean “time” in Portuguese. But it also stands for Teatro Municipal de Portimão, the local theatre, where you can see some of the best reenactments of modern and classical plays alike.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">The best sightseeing spot in Portimao is the Portimao Marina. It is the place where everyone comes to take a picture (or a boat). It is also the place where old and young people alike can come to take their first surf lessons. And let’s not forget that Portugal is one of the best places where you can practice this sport</span></span></li>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">If you need a lift, you can </span></span><a href="http://www.carrentalportugal.com/portimao-car-hire/"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><b>rent a car in Portimao</b></span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"> and the best thing is you will get a very good rate if you know where to look. (Start by looking online, actually).</span></span></p>
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		<title>The golf season in Algarve is on! &#8211; Part 2</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2017 03:19:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[  The golf season in Algarve is on! Spring is probably the best time to practice golf: picture an endless green field surrounded by the blue waters of the Atlantic, the mild wind from the ocean gently caressing your face; and you bending over just a bit, focusing your attention on the white golf ball,]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><strong>The golf season in Algarve is on</strong>! Spring is probably the best time to practice golf: picture an endless green field surrounded by the blue waters of the Atlantic, the mild wind from the ocean gently caressing your face; and you bending over just a bit, focusing your attention on the white golf ball, ready to hit it with the perfectly chosen club.<span id="more-2887"></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><strong>Golf</strong> is more exciting and surprising, spectacular and interesting than you would imagine and, as we’d started saying last time, the sunny shore of southern Portugal provides some of the most exquisite golf courses in the world. They are all open and it is during spring that they welcome the most guests.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Spring is a good time to practice sports in Portugal. As an outdoors activity, golf is best practiced in good weather and with its more than 300 days of sun, Portugal is definitely the place to go for a warm and mild respite.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Here are also some of the best places to practice your favorite sport:</span></span></p>
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<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><strong>Albufeira,</strong> one of the most beautiful and welcoming resorts in the Algarve, awaits visitors galore every year. It is also, as it happens, one of the hottest golfing destinations, providing golf facilities at the highest levels. Here are just a few of the best courses in town: Pinta, Gramacho and the wonderful O’Connor. Albufeira is also a very pleasant place to visit, so you won&#8217;t get bored sightseeing and shopping here. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><strong>Faro,</strong> the capital city of the Algarve and a great economic hub in Portugal, also offers some of the best golfing facilities in the region and is, of course, conveniently situated being very close to the airport. With </span></span><a href="http://golf-transfers.com/algarve/"><span style="color: #1155cc;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Faro golf transfers</b></span></span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">, you can get a car and driver to drive you from the city to the golf course of choice and back. </span></span></li>
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		<description><![CDATA[  Dear friends in love with 2 things: Algarve, Portugal and golf, we have great news for you. The golf season in Algarve is on! The sunny shores of southern Portugal are always looking forward to welcoming visitors, be it for sunbathing and fun on the rocky or sandy beaches of the popular resorts here]]></description>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Dear friends in love with 2 things: <strong>Algarve, Portugal and golf,</strong> we have great news for you. <strong>The golf season in Algarve is on!</strong></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">The sunny shores of southern Portugal are always looking forward to welcoming visitors, be it for sunbathing and fun on the rocky or sandy beaches of the popular resorts here or for one of the most popular activities to be performed here:<strong> golf</strong>!<span id="more-2884"></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><strong>Spring</strong> is an excellent season to practice golf, especially in a warm country with mild weather, like Portugal. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><strong>Golf</strong> is practiced everywhere in the Mediterranean region and around the European side of the<strong> Atlantic Ocean shores</strong>. <strong>Spain and Portugal</strong> are hot golfing destinations, with an emphasis necessarily to be put on the southern region of Portugal, the <strong>Algarve</strong>. Here, you will find not only the best golf courses in Europe, but some of the most outstanding venues to practice your favorite sport in the world!</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">Some of the best golf courses in the Algarve have already opened their gates to visitors and players. They usually include full service resorts, capable of catering to all the needs and requirements of their golf-playing guests. <strong>Vilamoura</strong> is one of the hottest Portuguese golf destinations.<strong> Millennium, Victoria and The Old Course</strong> are probably the most sought-after venues out there. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">There are also services particularly tailored for golfers. First thing: if you are to golf, you are going to need the gear. If you are coming to Portugal from abroad, you will probably be coming over by plane. This might be a problem, since there are airplane companies that might restrict the cargo of golf clubs. Still, you are definitely going to need them here. So you needn’t despair: you can go to the </span></span><a href="http://www.low-cost-golf.com/"><span style="color: #1155cc;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Faro airport golf club hire</b></span></span></span></a><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: Arial, serif;">office straight at the airport and pick up your clubs for the holiday. There is a single detail you should remember: you have to book them online or by phone in advance, because availability is limited, especially during the high season.</span></span></p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2017 15:35:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Did you know golf is one of the most popular sports in Portugal? In fact, the sunny shores of the southern part of the country are the some of the welcoming regions to play the sport and there are thousands of players from all over the world who flock to play some good old Algarve]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="line-height: 1.5em;">Did you know golf is one of the most popular sports in <strong>Portugal</strong>? In fact, the sunny shores of the southern part of the country are the some of the welcoming regions to play the sport and there are thousands of players from all over the world who flock to play some good old <strong>Algarve golf.</strong></span></p>
<p>Here are some more general fun considerations about golf:<span id="more-2880"></span></p>
<p>Did you know there are <strong>18 holes</strong> in a typical, regular golf course? On the other hand, <strong>336 dimples lay</strong> scattered around a normal golf ball! Cool, huh?</p>
<p>Did you know what a <strong>“triple bogye</strong>” is? If not, we’ll tell you: <strong>three shots on a hole over par</strong>. Golf has its own slang!</p>
<p>You might have also heard of a “<strong>birdie</strong>”. That one comes from American golfer Ab Smith who, while playing in 1899, coined the word “<strong>bird of a shot</strong>” &#8211; later to become “birdie”.</p>
<p>Did you know<strong> Celine Dion</strong> plays golf? She might be renowned for her unique, beautiful voice, but that doesn’t make her less of a golfer. Not only does she play golf, but Celine also owns a golf course in <strong>Quebec, Terrebonne.</strong></p>
<p>Did you know that golf is an <strong>olympic sport?</strong> Yes, as of 2016, golf has been integrated in the <strong>Olympic Games competitions</strong>.</p>
<p>And now, back to your favorite place to play golf, a sunny, beautiful Portuguese realm called the <strong>Algarve:</strong></p>
<p>Did you know you can get <span style="color: #0000ff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.low-cost-golf.com/"><b>golf clubs from rental in Algarve</b></a></span></span>? Those of you who have traveled by plane to play golf abroad know how tricky it can be to transport your own golf clubs. But fortunately there are services especially tailored for this purpose.</p>
<p>Besides, there are also transport options available, such as <span style="color: #0000ff;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://golf-transfers.com/algarve/"><b>Algarve golf transfers</b></a></span></span>, to take you to and from your golf course of choice.</p>
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		<title>A romantic Valentine’s Day in Portugal &#8211; Part 3</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2017 13:32:20 +0000</pubDate>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From a romantic <strong>Valentine’s Day</strong> in <strong>Portugal</strong> we got to explore some of the most wonderful corners of this beautiful country. It might be interesting to remind that <strong>February</strong> is a pleasant month in <strong>Portugal.</strong></p>
<p>While the rest of<strong> Europe</strong> still struggles with the cold and the snow, <strong>Lisbon and Porto</strong> and the ever sunny <strong>Algarve</strong> are already experiencing spring-like weather and a bright sun in the last month of winter. So if you are searching for a last-minute deal in a beautiful warm place in Europe to take your loved one on <strong>Lover’s Day,</strong> Portugal just might be the place for you.<span id="more-2875"></span></p>
<p>And if we still haven’t convinced you so far, we will today! Because we talk about a couple of really beautiful places under the yellow <strong>Portuguese</strong> sun.<br />
Number one is the beautiful medieval and universitary town of <strong>Coimbra.</strong> It is bisected by the <strong>Rio Mondego</strong> and at night, under the pale electric light, it still shines in a specter of bright colors and takes your breath away. It is one of the most scenic places in Portugal and it is a place steeped in history, home to a five century old university, the greatest in the country.</p>
<p>But as you might imagine, <strong>Coimbra</strong> is much more than a simple university town. It is a wonderful romantic destination and to convince you, here are just a few of the activities you can enjoy here:<br />
Boat trip on the lovely river under the moonlight;<br />
For a “geeky” kind of love &#8211; and let’s admit it, this is so cute &#8211; you can go for a visit to the <strong>Museu Nacional Machado de Castro</strong>, the history and art museum of town.</p>
<p>A kiss among the relics of the old <strong>Moorish</strong> part of town.</p>
<p>Could this be the place for you? You can definitely find out! And you can get there from Lisbon with a<strong> Lisbon car rental</strong>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 14:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lover’s Day is approaching, so candlelit dinners and dozens of roses are in store for conventional youngsters in love. But for more imaginative and experienced people, a trip is the best solution to keep the flame of love burning as bright as ever. A romantic Valentine’s Day in Portugal is what we had in mind]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Lover’s Day</strong> is approaching, so candlelit dinners and dozens of roses are in store for conventional youngsters in love. But for more imaginative and experienced people, a trip is the best solution to keep the flame of love burning as bright as ever. A romantic <strong>Valentine’s Day</strong> in<strong> Portugal</strong> is what we had in mind for today.<span id="more-2866"></span></p>
<p>Portugal boasts with one of the proudest legacies in Europe. Vastly forgotten today for its role in the great <strong>Age of Discoveries</strong>, its beautiful lands and its beautiful people still remind you that you are in a very special place every moment you spend there.</p>
<p>And number one on the list of Portuguese tourist attractions is the sunny wonderful shores of the <strong>Algarve.</strong> The seaside, southern region of Portugal attracts thousands of local, but especially foreign visitors every year basically year-round. Winters are mild, so even though we’re not talking sunbathing and swimming in the ocean in February, the Algarve is also “visitable” in the low season.</p>
<p>One of the most inspiring places to pull out that ring and get down on one knee is the wonderfully romantic <strong>Benagil beach</strong> in the vicinity of <strong>Carvoeiro</strong>. The attraction of the beach is a dome-like cave carved naturally from the cliffs, with an aperture that lets the sun stream in and shine over the ocean-bathed golden fine sand of the beach. You can also get a<a href="http://www.algarve2u.com/" target="_blank"> Carvoeiro car rental</a> at an affordable price during this time of the year. Just a thought, I imagine few girls would find bus rides romantic.</p>
<p>And here’s another truly romantic spot for all those wanting to run away from the routine and crowds: the secluded and utterly charming hamlet of <strong>Cacela Velha</strong>. Don’t be put off by its size: Cacela Velha has history as old as time, reminding you of the <strong>Roman and Moorish occupations,</strong> but preserving the utter Portuguese essence.</p>
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