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13 Fun activities in Albufeira for active travelers

Water sports Albufeira

If you’re planning for an active vacation in Albufeira and not sure what to do, look no further. Albufeira is a haven for active tourism with a multitude of fun activities from water sports to quad biking. With an incredible coastline of jaw-dropping cliffs, sea-carved caves and arches, hidden beaches, and an underwater world like […]

The ultimate guide to Carvoeiro beach

Carvoeiro beach

With one of the most enchanting towns of the Algarve literally spilling onto the golden sand, Carvoeiro (Portugal) beach is a natural favorite among locals and tourists alike. The proximity to restaurants and bars, boat trips, and kayak rentals, as well as cliff walks leading to alluring Algarve adventures, makes this the perfect beach destination […]

Everything you need to know about Algar Seco, Algarve

Algar Seco Carvoeiro

The natural monument of Algar Seco, Algarve, is one of the most unique places on the southern Portugal coast with curious rock formations, caves, blowholes, and natural pools. Particularly recognized for the cave with the two natural windows and the “Boneca” (The Doll) rock formation, this is one of the coolest natural places in the […]

The Ultimate Guide to Benagil Cave, Algarve (+ the best Benagil Cave tours)

Benagil Cave Portugal

The beguiling Benagil Sea Cave (Algar de Benagil) hides majestically in the rugged cliffs of Portugal’s Algarve coast. The inside is elegantly decorated with natural brushstrokes of yellow and orange shades while the beach is lit up by the spotlight of natural sunlight shining through a large sinkhole in the cave ceiling, also recognized as […]

The ultimate guide to Benagil beach, Portugal

Benagil beach

In the middle of the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail sits the astounding Benagil beach (Praia de Benagil), mostly known for the easy accessibility to the world-famous Benagil Cave. Steep, golden cliffs curtain down to the popular beach on both sides creating a natural shield for beach dwellers. But this is by no means the regular […]

The 10 most beautiful towns in Algarve

Algarve towns and villages - Carvoeiro

Portugal’s Algarve is dotted with beautiful towns and villages, guarding beautiful beaches, and natural parks, surrounded by towering rock formations, and overlooked by historic castles. There’s no end to the beauty you’ll be met by entering these Algarve towns that used to be home to ancient settlements that all left their mark. Especially if you […]

Ponta da Piedade – the most beautiful spot in Algarve?

Ponta da Piedade

Tall, rugged, golden cliffs towering above the gleaming Atlantic Ocean below. Quite a common sight on the southern Portuguese coast. There is this one special spot, though, where the arches are frequent and the views are just beyond spectacular. Ponta da Piedade. Only a 10-minute drive from Lagos is one of the most popular day […]

The ultimate guide to walking Carvoeiro boardwalk on the Algarve Coast

Carvoeiro boardwalk

On the breathtaking Algarve Coastline, connecting Nossa Senhora da Encarnação Fort and Algar Seco you find the spectacular Carvoeiro boardwalk. Stretching along the top of the seaside cliffs, the boardwalk looks straight down to the glimmering blue ocean. An easy walk, though you should take the time to slip down the incredible getaways down the […]