Villa Birdie is set within the heart of the Algarve, which is known for its golf courses, water sports opportunities and wonderful, unspoilt nature.
Villa Birdie and the wider resort have ample activities to keep visitors busy without having to venture far! With golf and tennis on its doorstep, an array of restaurants, cafe and children’s entertainment, guests can enjoy not having to venture too far.
When the wider world beckons, the Algarve is rich with history and bustling, interesting market towns.
Vilamoura is known for its large marina and golf courses. For history buffs, the Cerro da Vila archaeological museum has a ruined Roman villa with bathhouses and mosaics. Red cliffs line Falesia beach, which stretches west to the fishing village Olhos de Agua.
Venturing a little further, Albufeira is worth a day trip. Albufeira is the liveliest and busiest town on Portugal’s beautiful southern Algarve coastline. Previously a modest fishing village, it is now a well known coastal town brimming with holiday potential. Traditional charm by way of original Moorish flair, the ‘Old Town’ offers a little taste of historic and sleepy small-town authenticity. A stone’s throw from the quiet white-washed streets you will find the dynamic and edgy “Strip” for a buzzing nightlife experience.
Old fortress remnants dating from Roman times and historical charm nestle alongside contemporary, sleek bars and restaurants. Both the beaches and wonderful climate are what draw visitors back year after year. The marina in Albufeira is unmissable with its candy-coloured apartments. Found on the western outskirts of the town, this is an ideal spot to while away an afternoon with ice cream or cool drink, watching the boats go by.
The beach at Albufeira, as well as others along the coastline, are second-to-none. Whether it be long, lazy days on the loungers or taking advantage of the many water sports including deep sea fishing, windsurfing, diving or dolphin watching, the region is rich with natural beauty.
For those who wish to venture further afield, day trips to Silves, Faro and Loule are worth considering. Boat and coastal tours offer a leisurely pace for exploring.Whether it be pretty historic streets and traditional plazas, a business golfing trip or nightlife hedonism, this corner of Southern Portugal has it covered.