2. Ferragudo
Ferragudo is a charming fishing village near the city of Portimo. Walking about this traditional fishing town, with its white buildings stretching down to the river, is an experience in and of itself. However, Praia Grande is also a terrific area to unwind and enjoy watersports like windsurfing.
Enjoy this beautiful location while having the great memories ever!

3. Lagos and Ponta da Piedade
Lagos is the liveliest town in the western Algarve and, in our opinion, one of the greatest places to base yourself. It offers a variety of cafés and restaurants, as well as historical sites such as castle walls, churches, and the Forte da Ponta da Bandeira. Combine this with its stunning coastline, which is dotted with steep cliffs, caves, and grottoes, and you have one of the Algarve’s most scenic places.
Come and visit this amazing place, you won’t regret it!

4. Ria Formosa’s Island
The Ria Formosa, a 60-kilometer-long maze of lagoons, salinas (salt pans), marshes, barrier islands, and dunes along the central Algarve coast, is one of the best sites to explore in the Algarve.
This protected natural park, one of Portugal’s ’7 Natural Wonders,’ is also a wildlife haven.
This region of the Algarve is known for its Mediterranean Chameleons, bird viewing – particularly seasonal flamingos – and a wealth of seahorses, with dolphins frequently spotted further out.
It’s a breathtaking landscape, don’t miss this extraordinary experience!

5. Monchique
Hills rise gently between the Algarve coast and the neighboring region of Alentejo before becoming mountain ranges. The highest and most prominent is the Serra de Monchique, which offers a verdant playground far removed from the coastal vacation cities.
If you’re seeking for hiking paths and peaceful landscapes, the Algarve’s serra (mountain region) has some of the best active activities. Fóia, the region’s highest peak, rises to just over 900 meters and is accessible by car. On a clear day, one may see beautiful views of the Algarve and the Atlantic Ocean from here.
It’s a peaceful blessing being here!

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Santa Maria Bay
You cannot miss the enchanting Santa Maria Bay, which is is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches in Los Cabos. Prepare yourself to be amazed by this beautiful beach!
Relatively secluded, Bahía Santa María is a protected marine sanctuary, representing an excellent place for snorkeling, sunbathing or for simply enjoying the beach activities. Even if you are not looking to swim, you have the opportunity to enjoy unique landscapes in Santa Maria Bay.
The perfect time to enjoy the nature’s beauties is in the morning, for enhanced underwater visibility. This is truly one of the most beautiful places in Los Cabos and it’s definitely worth visiting.

Arco da Vila
Built on one of the medieval gateways to the city, this monumental archway was commissioned by Bishop Francisco Gomes de Avelar in the early 19th century.
The project was carried out by Italian architect Francisco Xavier Fabri and inaugurated in 1812.
On an inner niche, there is an Italian made statue of Saint Thomas of Aquinas, representing one of the finest examples of the Italian neo-classical to be found across the Algarve.
Arco da Vila is considered a unique example of Moorish architecture in Portugal, especially due to its outstanding level of preservation, as well as its place of origin.

Muralhas de Faro
The current urban layout of Faro provides an understanding of where the walls that protected the city used to be. They form a core known as Vila-Adentro (Inner Town), which contains the city´s historical quarter.
The initial idea of defending the settlement belongs to Ben Bekr, a 9th century Muslim prince from the local kingdom. It was then the Porta Árabe (Arab Gateway) was built and which can still be found in the Arco da Vila (Town Archway). After the 12th century Almohade invasion, two watchtowers were built to strengthen the defense.
In the 17th century, following the Restoration of Independence and Portuguese government in 1640, the tower battlements were flattened to keep up with the latest ballistic developments and a second line of walls was built facing the sea.
After the city´s destruction in the 1755 earthquake and their loss of importance for military defence, the walls were progressively integrated into new buildings and there are currently only some defensive features remaining.

Luxurious Pousada Palacio de Estoi
Situated only 10 kms from Faro city centre, the Pousada of Faro is famous for its neo-Baroque and neo-Rococo architecture and Versailles-style gardens.
Finished in 1909, the palace has a rococo-style décor, with frescoes, elaborate carvings, wood paneling, ornate stucco ceilings, and gilded furniture. The gardens are arranged on three levels, all connected by grand staircases decorated in vibrant blue azulejo tiles with hidden grottos below.
In 1977, the palace and its gardens, fountains, and statues were classified as a Property of Public Interest. By the 1980s, the estate had fallen into a state of disrepair and it was eventually acquired by Faro Municipal Council.
The restoration of the palace and grounds was financed by the Portuguese Tourist Office, and the palace was converted into a Pousada (a state-owned hotel in a building of historical interest).

Museu Municipal
For history and old civilizations lovers, the picturesque building of Municipal Museum is the perfect place to discover and to connect with the roots of incipient Portugal.
Located in the Old Town, The Museu Municipal, known also as the Faro Archeological Museum, is housed within the fascinating 16thcentury Convento de Nossa Senhora da Assunção (Our Lady of Assumption Convent).
The highlights include the outstanding mosaic of sea-god Oceanus, the bust of Emperor Hadrian and Agrippina, and 9th- to 13th-century Islamic artifacts.

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Faro is a municipality and the southernmost city and seat of the district of the same name, in the Algarve region of southern Portugal.

Once you have arrived in the sunny Faro, you cannot miss Cidade Velha (the Old City), where you can admire the splendid architectural styles, result of numerous earthquakes and British bombardments, the fascinating cobbled streets, as well as the picturesque atmosphere whom you will fall in love with. You’ll also find a sprinkling of cafes and bars, within O’Castelo. This is not just a bar, café and restaurant, they also stage a range of cultural events and club nights in their courtyard.

For history lovers, the Faro Municipal Museum is the perfect corner to be delighted with many interesting stories, unique exhibits and marvellous collections. The Faro Municipal Museum was established in 1894 and it resides in a 16th century building of the former Convent of Our Lady of the Assumption. A collection of 17th and 19th century artwork from Portuguese, Italian and Spanish painters are on display along with sacred artifacts from churches in the region.

Definitely one of the most beautiful places to go to is Ria Formosa Natural Park, described as one of the Portugal’s ”Seven Wonders”, formed of salt pans, lagoons and barrier islands. These islands protect the region from the powerful seas, while also providing some of the quietest and most scenic beaches of the Algarve. A boat tour is a great way to discover the region, with its thriving marine ecosystem, unspoilt beaches, and rich fishing heritage.

Previously known as Pousada de Faro, the famous Palace of Estoi was built in the 19th century by the Viscount of Estoi, a wealthy and tasteful man who created a beautiful neo-rococo family home with superb French style gardens resembling to Versailles, including statues and exotic flora. The interior is now a luxury hotel, but non-residents are free to wander the grounds and enjoy a coffee with a view on the balcony of the restaurant.

Last, but not the least, the Arco da Vila is Faro’s fine neo-classical archway entrance to the Algarve city’s old quarter  (Cidade Velha). Some of its walls are Moorish in foundation but the structure has an Italianate, Neo-Classical appearance, thanks to a project led by Bishop Francisco Gomes in the 19th century.

You cannot miss these beautiful places, surrounded by charm and history, so wonderfully preserved!

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What to do in the Algarve this August 2018? Here’s a question with a complex answer: it all depends on where you are going to be spending your time on the sunny shores of the Portuguese litoral region.

But regardless of your destination of choice, please be sure Portugal will always be a really worthwhile place to spend a memorable, amazing holiday.

If you love Portugal and music, you should really book your pass for the Summer Sound Portimao music festival meant to offer two amazing unforgettable electro music festival days between August 17th and 18th 2018. NoSoloAgua will host the first edition of this festival meant to bring music, fun and the seaside atmosphere together in an unforgettable mix. In case you were wondering about the artists who are going to be meeting you there, the names include The Avener, Henri PFR, Ofenbach, Mercer, Tony Romera and Damien N-DRIX.

In case you are lodged in the capital of Algarve or its surroundings, don’t worry: Portimao is a short drive away and you have a couple of trusty transport options to consider. For one, you can rent a car in the Algarve. Otherwise, you can opt for a Faro airport transfer to Portimao to have a luxury car and an experienced driver at your service for a safe and swift trip around the Algarve coast.

Portimao has also become really quite popular throughout the last quarter of a century because of its August Sardine Festival. This year we are getting ready to celebrate the 24th edition of this campy and happy event that celebrates the fishing history of the town and the coast, as well as the way you can bring people together with such a happy event.

If there is one thing the Portuguese are great at, that is having a good time and making people feel really welcome in their country.