Events in Algarve in November and December
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. More »
9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer – Part 3
Dear friends, we are back with the 9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer – Part 3 sees us going through the last three attractions of choice on our More »
9 perfect tourist attractions to visit in Portugal this summer – Part 2
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 More »
10 Places not to miss in Portimao – Part 1
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 More »
The golf season in Algarve is on! – Part 2
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 More »
The golf season in Algarve is on!
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 More »
Did you know golf…
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 More »
A romantic Valentine’s Day in Portugal – Part 3
From a romantic Valentine’s Day in Portugal we got to explore some of the most wonderful corners of this beautiful country. It might be interesting to remind that February is a pleasant More »
Castro Marim basic guide
Situated at the eastern edge of the Algarve, Castro Marim is the last town before the Spanish border, and approaching it one will see its majestic castle almost calling to visitors.
The town is surrounded and imbued in rich history, having been long associated with the Knights Templar. Castro Marim organizes a very large monthly market, on the second Saturday of every month – this is where you can find a wide range of fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as hams, local cheeses and honey, not to mention there’s also an antiques market held on the same days in Vila Real St. Antonio.
Algarve history travel guide 3
Continuing our Algarve history travel guide we’ll head to the small and quirky town of Olhao where two of its oldest quarters feature some very exotic white cubist housing, quite unique in Europe. Similar dwellings can be found in North Africa, however the ones in Portugal feature some unusual modifications in the form of verandas and roof terraces.
Quick Carvoeiro guide
Today we’ll try to give you a bit of a Carvoeiro guide, since this is one Algarve destination that we haven’t talked about pretty much till now.
The small fishing village of Carvoiero used to survive on the tuna fishing industry and its sole claim to fame was that in 1554, off Cape Carvoeiro a major naval battle toop place in which a Portuguese flotilla destroyed the fleet of a Turkish corsair.
The best times to visit the Algarve
It can be difficult to pinpoint what the best times to visit the Algarve are, mainly because the Algarve isn’t that cut and dry of a destination, nor is it a small one. Usually people think of the Algarve as a place for sea and sunshine, and they’re totally right, the region is well-known for its wonderful golden sandy beaches, however that is only the coast that we’re talking about, the Algarve goes quite a bit inland where the offerings are quite different while still remaining extremely interesting.
Algarve history travel guide 2
In today’s look at the Algarve history travel guide, we’ll continue on from Cacela Velha where we last left off and head westwards toward the now privately owned for of Sao Joao da Barra in Cabanas, which is now a bed and breakfast. Then you can see the Forte de Rato in Tavira which became landlocked by the shifting sands of the Atlantic coast before it was actually finished.
Tavira is described by many to be the prettiest city in the Algarve, and while that may or may not be a disputed notion, what cannot be disputed is its history, having been home to Phoenicians, Romans, Moors and then to many various Northern European settlers.
Algarve food and drink – Wine
Surely we talked about Algarve wine only a few days ago, but in that article we took a generalized look at the history and some geographical influences that make Algarve wine what it is, today we’ll look at it more from the point of view of its impact on the traditional culture of the place, especially the culinary culture.
Benefiting from the Mediterranean climate, traditional grape varieties, low level of acidity and lots and lots of sun, result in some very high alcohol drinks and as such the wines and brandies of the Algarve have become a very important part of the entire region’s gastronomic traditions.
