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		<title>Discover Algarve&#8217;s rare hidden gems- part 2</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2021 15:21:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Constantin B.]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the wonderful Portugal, the place where Christmas is the absolute expression of joy, peace, celebration and gratefulness. Portugal has its own Christmas celebrations, a traditional Christmas in Portugal usually takes place on the 24th December, the day where many families and friends gather to celebrate the “Consoada” feast, where they exchange gifts and]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the wonderful Portugal, the place where Christmas is the absolute expression of joy, peace, celebration and gratefulness.<br />
Portugal has its own Christmas celebrations, a traditional Christmas in Portugal usually takes place on the 24th December, the day where many families and friends gather to celebrate the “Consoada” feast, where they exchange gifts and enjoy delicious dishes, such as Bacalhau (codfish) and Bolo Rei, which is the Portuguese version of a Christmas cake.</p>
<p><strong>Algarve</strong> is one of the most beautiful places in Portugal, where you have so many treasures to discover and so many locations to admire and enjoy. This is the most wonderful time of the year to visit Algarve, due to all the sparkling special festivities, the heart warming customs and traditions and the welcoming people which will definitely amaze you and win your heart.</p>
<p>Situated to the west of Algarve, <strong>Carvoeiro</strong> is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Algarve. Originally a fishing village, Carvoeiro is now a very popular destination with a wide range of visitors and it’s considered to be one of the most remarkable destinations with the most picturesque beaches.<br />
<strong>Algar Seco</strong>, Carvoeiro, is famous for the Carvoeiro boardwalk, a picturseque cliff top starting from Nossa Senhora da Encarnacao fort until the Algar Seco rock formation. This destination is the accurate definition of an astonishing, cheeerful and abolutely breathtaking afternoon together with your family and friends.</p>
<p>For history enthusiasts and lovers, an extraordinary attractive location in Algarve is <strong>Alcoutim</strong>, an almost unchanged village which preserves its authenticity and ancient charm, situated on the banks of the river Guadiana. The steep cobbled streets seem to lead to the riverside through a mix of low, whitewashed cottages and little squares.<br />
Although it has lost the walls that for centuries surrounded it, and despite some modern constructions, Alcoutim&#8217;s steep and narrow streets still maintain much of the calm atmosphere, typical of an algarvian hill town.<br />
This incredibly enchanting location is worth visiting especially in the holiday season, you will definitely find it exceptionnally magical.</p>
<p><strong>Salema</strong> is situated on one of the most unspoilt coastal regions of Algarve, the Southwest Alentejo and Costa Vicentina Natural Park.<br />
Situated at the top of a cove that features magnificent rock formations and a beautiful sandy beach that is lined with the old houses that formed the original village, this location is as both scenic and tranquil &#8211; the ideal place to take unforgettable strolls and to simply seize the moment.<br />
Another charming aspect about this place resides in <strong>Praia da Salema</strong>, where you will find gold and orange limestone cliffs typical of Algarve. Some of the oldest sections actually date to the Lower Cretaceous period, so they’re around 150 million years old!</p>
<p>There are a lot of activities and events around Algarve during Christmas holidays, from festive concerts and parades to nativity scene.<br />
Come and enjoy this special holiday in Algarve, Portugal, with your family and friends, surrounded by the most beautiful landscapes and unique atmosphere, always counting on <a href="http://www.low-cost-transfers.com/faro-airport/" target="_blank"><strong>Faro Low Cost Transfers</strong></a> and <a href="http://www.lagoscarhire.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Lagos Car Hire</strong></a>, which provide excellent transfers and car rental services, whenever you need!</p>
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		<title>Salema, an unknown corner of Paradise</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2015 10:15:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven Smith]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So we’ve learned a lot about cities like Portimao, Tavira, Lagos and Faro, but there are a lot of unsung beautiful destinations in the vast Algarve, one of which is where we are going to travel to today: Salema, an unknown corner of Paradise.]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-4b763b00-1c40-be48-85b5-72f104390832">So we’ve learned a lot about cities like Portimao, Tavira, Lagos and Faro, but there are a lot of unsung beautiful destinations in the vast Algarve, one of which is where we are going to travel to today: Salema, an unknown corner of Paradise.<span id="more-2640"></span></p>
<p dir="ltr">The calm, almost dormant town of Salema lies off the coast of the Atlantic, along the southern coastline, in what is known as the Costa Vicentina Natural Park. Tradition meets the present in this idyllic fishing village. The locals used to paint their white-washed houses with a blue trim to repel the evil spirits and the tradition stayed, making this feature something distinctive of the little town.</p>
<p dir="ltr">If you are in search of quiet and discretion, Salema is definitely the place for you. It is a lovely place to wake up to the ever shining sun, walk a really short distance to a secluded beach and charge your batteries on the waves of the Atlantic there for a while.</p>
<p dir="ltr">Though on a small scale, there is some fishing activity still performed here and in the town square market you can buy sardines, squid, octopus and other types of seafood, along with fresh fruits and vegetables. You can also enjoy the best such dishes in one of the restaurants that line the promenade of the town.</p>
<p dir="ltr">For a secret, secluded place, Salema has everything that is required of a seaside destination, particularly in terms of beaches. The Praia do Martinhal, measuring half a mile in length, possesses Blue Flag certification for high water quality and safety. Swimming, windsurfing and sailing are performed here, the wind and the waves creating an ideal environment.</p>
<p dir="ltr">And if you are looking for something truly secluded, the tiny Figueira Beach is the place to successfully hide from the gaze of the world.</p>
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