Algarve

Algarve

The Algarve is home to some of the most majestic coastline in all of Europe. Expect stunning beaches, five-star golf courses, quaint and tranquil countryside and plenty of nightlife. Visitors from across the world come to The Algarve for its beaches, with many boasting Blue Flag status and child-friendly waters. Majestic rock stacks, rocky inlets and hidden coves are all waiting to be explored. In the popular resort of Albufeira, the buzzing Strip features cocktail bars, restaurants and clubs that let you party into the early hours, while the sleepy Old Town is perfect for a lazy afternoon stroll as you take in the market stalls, al fresco cafes and local shops selling home-made wares. 

Best Beaches in the Algarve

Heading to Portugal for your next villa holiday? Here's our guide to the best Algarve beaches for snorkelling, swimming and soaking up those rays...

Things to do in Lagos

Here's our guide to some of the best things to do in Lagos, including must-visit beaches, historical fortresses and enjoying a coastal catamaran trip...

Things to do in Albufeira

Discover the best things to do in Albufeira for couples and the whole family while enjoying your quality villa holiday...

Things to do in the Algarve

Wondering what are the best things to do in the Algarve on your next holiday? From beaches to day trips, our expert guide has got you covered!...

Best places to visit in Portugal

With its intriguing history, fascinating culture, delicious food and stunning coastline, here are some of the best places to visit in Portugal...

Best beaches in Portugal

Wondering where to sunbathe or enjoy a good snorkelling session on your holiday to Portugal? Here is our guide to the best sandy shores with azure waters...

Where to go in Portugal in 2021

If you're wondering where to go in Portugal in 2021, we've compiled the ultimate guide to the best resorts and things to do on your trip...

The 3 most Instagrammable destinations in Europe

Are you an Instagram lover deciding where to book your next villa holiday? Look no further than our top three most photogenic destinations in Europe. Rent a holiday villa at one of these Insta-worthy locations and you’ll get incredible #nofilter...

On the Gourmet Trail. Algarve: Piri Piri Chicken

As part of our On The Gourmet Trail campaign, we are taking the most popular and traditional dishes from our fantastic holiday destinations and showing you how to create them on the BBQ at your villa or in your kitchen back home. Here is a recipe...

Floral Themed Villas

To celebrate the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019 we decided to dig out some of our floral inspired villas and share a bunch of our favourites with you.   Villa Poppy, Polis, Cyprus Situated in a fantastic central location, just 900 yds from the...

Good snorkelling holidays for villa-loving travellers

Holiday rentals provide the perfect basecamp for snorkelling getaways. Hiring a villa gives you the freedom to prepare your own packed lunches and dinners, and you’ll have plenty of room to store your snorkels, flippers and wetsuits. Image by Lance...

Best drinks for your self-catering holiday to the Algarve

A huge advantage of self-catering holidays is that you can get a real taste of local culinary offerings. And this is just as true with local drinks as local cuisine. Take a trip to a nearby shop or market and see what delicious tipples you can find...

Your guide to the Algarve

The southern Portuguese region of the Algarve is one of Europe’s most glittering jewels. Despite remaining unspoiled by mass tourism, the region is awash with first-rate facilities and tourist amenities. It’s clear why millions of holidaymakers...

Algarve self-catering: recipe for Clams in a Cataplana Casa Velha

Self-catering doesn’t mean skimping on luxury, and it means you get to try out the best local cuisine. To make sure you enjoy the full flavour of the Algarve while in a holiday let, here’s a delicious recipe that you need to try if you take a...

The Algarve- more than just great beaches!

Of course, no trip to the Algarve would be complete without exploring the stunning sandy beaches that this destination has to offer. The shorelines are certainly sun drenched and hard to resist! Ranging from the expansive sands of Fisherman’s Beach...