Best Places to Stay & Visit in the Algarve

Article -> August 4, 2022

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Best Places to Stay & Visit in the Algarve

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THE VISITOR GUIDE

Experience the best that the Algarve region of Portugal has to offer!

Discover the secrets of the Algarve coast in southern Portugal, bathed by the Atlantic Sea, showcasing wild countryside, hidden grottos, golden beaches, and old fishing towns that hold 3,000 years of Lusitania history. Portugal Homes presents you with an ultimate guide to the beautiful region of the Algarve, recognized by the 2021 World Travel Awards Edition as the World's Leading Beach Destination.

The sunny shores of the Algarve hold a natural appeal, featuring beautiful flora and fauna, and sea life with plenty of natural untouched scenery to be explored. This region is sought out by many visitors each year to witness the soaring sea cliffs, sea caves, and sandy beaches, where the idea of a beach holiday becomes a reality! The Algarve, in 2019 was visited by over five million tourists, making it a top tourist hotspot, and , under TOP choice to stay for a holiday.

Visit the Algarve

The Algarve comprises 16 municipalities, each distinct with its unique picturesque scenery, sightseeing attractions, local culinary delights, and charming town centers. Now, with all the municipalities listed below, you may be wondering where to begin your journey and which are best suited to your essential travel must-haves!

Loulé

The town of Loulé in the Algarve holds beautiful landmarks that showcase Portuguese architecture and culture; one of the most recognized being the Mercado de Loulé, with an oriental architectural design that dates back to 1908. You can also indulge in sightseeing the Castle of Loulé, Town Hall and exquisite chapels and churches situated within Loulé: Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Conceição, Igreja Matriz de São Clemente, Igreja de São Lourenço de Almancil and Shrine of Nossa Senhora da Piedade. For those who love a good hiking and trekking trail, there is Trilho da Fonte Benemola, which is great for a picnic in nature.

Within the vicinity of Loulé, there is the luxurious resort town of Vilamoura where you can experience state-of-art resort hotels and spa facilities, a large Marina, and featuring over 11 Michelin-rated restaurants and bar lounges, along with world-class golf courses used for Portugal Masters, such as the “Victoria” course at The Old Course - Dom Pedro Golf Collection. Including many more amazing golf course resorts at Dom Pedro Laguna Golf Course Vilamoura, Vila Sol Golf, Laguna Golf Course, and the prestigious gated community & golf resort, Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo.

This particular municipality of Loulé is also famously known as the Algarve's Golden Triangle, encompassing this prestigious resort town, and the areas of Vilamoura (Almancil and Quarteira). Many visitors looking to stay in the Algarve for their holidays in a luxurious hotel & resort, choose the area of Vilamoura above all other areas.

Portugal Homes is proud to feature one of the latest property listings in the Algarve's Golden Triangle, the Fonte Santa Resort, a 280K Golden Visa touristic property. The Fonte Santa Resort is a perfect vacation escape in the ever luxurious area of Golden Visa, offering an amazing opportunity as a golden visa investment property, that presents future holiday seekers a chance to indulge in an amazing poolside experience, paddle, and tennis courts, along with ample green spaces and gardens, in close proximity to the beachside.