Tucked on the exclusive golfing resort of Quinta do Lago, you’re just a short drive from the fabulous beach of Faro, as well as a huge array of cafes, bars, restaurants, and shops in the towns of Faro and quaint Albufeira a little further away!
The Algarve, the southernmost region of Portugal, is famous for its picturesque scenes of vast blue skies casting a warming glow on the expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, with untouched bays framed by jagged limestone rocks at every turn. While the southern coast caters to every need of its visitors, to the West and the rugged interior the land remains largely untouched, with less development and endless intersecting of historic villages, hilltop castles and beautiful churches. The Algarviana hiking trail is an excellent day out for an active group.
The sumptuous Algarve coast is the ideal spot for enjoying all kinds of water sports including: surfing, water skiing, windsurfing, sailing, diving, deep-sea fishing and anything you can think of! The incredible golf courses of San Lorenzo and Vale do Lobo are within an extremely short drive, and in addition, you will find a water park, tennis courts and horse riding all in the local area! Even for those less enamoured with water sports, the beaches of Portugal are well worth a visit for their beautifully clear waters and meticulously combed golden sands.
Portugal itself is a small, fascinating country at the most Western point of mainland Europe. The capital, Lisbon, is known for its lively nightlife, with endless bars and clubs full of fun-loving locals and tourists alike, but also has plenty of fascinating history (check out Belém, jam-packed with monuments!) and undulating terrain, famously termed the ‘city of the seven hills’.
Finally, Faro Airport is only a couple of minutes away, so you’ll waste no time at all getting to your destination and getting stuck in!