Ponta da Piedade was one of my first loves in the Algarve in southern Portugal. Tall, rugged, golden cliffs towering above the gleaming Atlantic Ocean below. Quite a common sight on the southern Portuguese coast. Yet, Ponta da Piedade truly captured my heart. Visiting Ponta da Piedade now is quite different than what it was […]
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Jun
Jun
Want to spend some time on the beaches in Alvor? Then you’re in the right place. Alvor has some spectacular beaches like the Praia da Tres Irmaos that mouths into two other mesmerizing and wild beaches within the magnificent rock formations and natural caves. But you also have beaches with all the necessary amenities, beach […]
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Jun
Jun
Portugal has many amazing cities, and arguably one of the best of them is Algarve’s quaint capital, Faro. Often overlooked because of its famous neighbors, there are a lot of things to do in Faro with all of its natural beauty and cultural vibrance. Faro is just as worth visiting as the nearby towns of […]
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Jun
Jun
Are you looking for a tranquil destination after spending a few days of your Algarve itinerary in popular resort towns like Albufeira and Lagos? In that case, Alvor is the perfect place for you. Despite being such a small town in the shade of Portimão, there are loads of things to do in Alvor Portugal […]
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Jun
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Pego do Inferno waterfall in Tavira Portugal is a wonderful, lush haven just a 15-minute drive from the Algarve coast. The first time I set foot there I couldn’t believe this was in Algarve. It’s a lovely place to swim and if you travel with a dog, like me, you know the pain of dog-free […]
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Jun
Jun
Looking for the best beaches in Tavira Portugal? Look no further! I just returned from a trip to Tavira and have visited my favorites all over again with updated information. With the stunning Ria Formosa Natural Park dominating Tavira’s coast and the barrier islands protecting it, you can expect a lot calmer beaches than in […]
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Jun
Jun
Planning one day in Tavira and not sure what to add to your itinerary? Tavira is a lovely town with plenty to see and do, so you want to plan it well to get the most out of your visit. But fret not. I’ve spent considerable time in Tavira over the years and I’m here […]
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May
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Cabanas Beach Portugal is one of the most stunning beaches in the Algarve with white powdered sand and natural dunes. Set on Cabanas Island, one of Ria Formosa’s barrier islands, it’s easy to reach from Cabanas by boat. Being a protected area, you still find all the necessary amenities on the beach. In this post, […]
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May
May
Cabanas de Tavira is a charming fisherman’s village outside Tavira in the eastern Algarve. As one of the gateways to Ria Formosa Natural Park, it’s beautifully set across Cabanas Island. It is the perfect place to spend the day or a few calm days if you need to recharge your batteries after a hefty work […]
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May
May
Wondering what to do in Tavira Algarve? I’ll cover it all in this post! On the east side of Portugal, you’ll find one of the most enchanting towns in the Algarve. Not only is Tavira less visited than other places in the region, but it’s also one that’s stayed true to its traditions. Tavira is […]