One of the most underrated things to do when visiting the Algarve is to visit Ria Formosa Natural Park in the eastern Algarve. The best way to explore the wetlands and barrier islands is by joining one of the Ria Formosa boat tours from either Faro or Olhão. There are many different kinds of boat […]
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FARO, OLHÃO, RIA FORMOSA, TAVIRA
A complete guide to Ria Formosa Natural Park in the Algarve, Portugal
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Jan
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Ria Formosa Natural Park, Portugal, is located in the eastern Algarve. It’s a breathtaking and ecologically diverse coastal haven that spans approximately 60 kilometers along the coastline. Designated as a natural park in 1987, Ria Formosa Nature Reserve is celebrated for its unique blend of ecosystems, comprising barrier islands, sand dunes, salt marshes, lagoons, and […]
CARVOEIRO, FARO, LAGOS, RIA FORMOSA, SAGRES, TRAVEL TIPS
Weekend trip: How to spend 3 days in Algarve
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Jul
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If you’re planning a getaway for a weekend or a long weekend, Algarve is the perfect place to go. Jam-packed with natural wonders, enchanting towns, and a coastline that will take your breath away, you’re up for a trip of a lifetime. Having spent excessive time in the region, I’ve picked out some of the […]
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Feb
Feb
If you’re in the eastern Algarve, Tavira Island (Ilha de Tavira) in Ria Formosa Natural Park is one of the places you should visit at least once and makes a wonderful day trip from Faro. The astounding island used to be an important center for tuna fishing from the mid-1800s to the mid1900s and still […]
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Feb
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Home to the unique Anchor Cemetery and the only beach easily reached by foot on Ilha de Tavira, Barril beach (Praia do Barril) makes a wonderful day out that doesn’t have to implement a boat trip. The beach is located in Ria Formosa Natural Park and has all the facilities you need, like toilets, restaurants, […]