Olhão is a small fishing village on the Algarve coast which has become a popular destination for tourists and also those looking to relocate to the Algarve. It’s a popular destination for Brits, Germans and Belgians who are looking for the climate with less hustle and bustle of Faro or Lagos. Olhão is famous for … Read more
This last week I’ve been staying at Tilia hostel in Faro and it’s been a blast! Although the weather hasn’t been that sunny and a lot of restaurants and bars are closed, it’s still worth visiting portugal in winter! Traditional Portuguese Decor One of my favourite things about Tilia hostel is the Portuguese style decor. … Read more
Tavira makes a fantastic day trip from Faro if you have long enough to make the journey. You might also be flying into Faro airport but staying in Tavira. So what’s the best way to get from Faro to Tavira? I recommend that you take the train. What’s the best way to get from faro … Read more
It’s easy to get from Faro to Lisbon by car, bus and train. My preferred way is to take the train – they are frequent and comfortable and Faro train station is walkable from the city centre. Faro to Lisbon by Train The Faro to Lisbon train takes just over 3 hours. Some take 3h05 … Read more
Many know France and Italy as the land of wine, but many tend to overlook the wine of Portugal. With its plethora of vineyards and perfect weather for wine-growing, Portuguese wine is not one you want to skip out on. One of the best areas in Portugal for wine is Lagos, where four types of … Read more
Often regarded as the gateway to the Algarve, many pass through Faro without a second thought. But this ancient port city has a fascinating history and culture to discover, along with a wealth of shops, bars, and restaurants. Faro is a small coastal town and it is easy to see the main sites and the … Read more
The Algarve is the southernmost region of Portugal. Known for its numerous beaches, fishing villages, and breathtaking limestone cliffs. There is no doubt why this is one of the most popular summer destinations in the country. To help discover the best Algarve Road trip, we will be sharing a few itineraries with some of the … Read more
Seville which is located in Spain, and Faro which is located in Portugal are two very scenic towns which are fairly close to each other and easy to travel between. In fact, there are only 125 miles separating them, and this distance can be traveled easily and quickly. You can expect warm and sunny climates … Read more
The island of Madeira is located off the coast of Portugal in the Atlantic ocean. it’s famous for the beautiful scenery and fantastic hiking. Here are some of the best things to do in Madeira… Book a day trip to the Ilha Deserta. Take a catamaran sail to the other side of Madeira and go … Read more
Once a small market town with little tourist interest, Almancil is now the centre of two of the most exclusive tourist developments in the Algarve. Almancil is a bust, but a lively city full of restaurants, cafes and bars. Getting to Almancil Almancil is 8 miles northwest of Faro International Airport, which is a 15-minute … Read more
