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Information about the region Algarve
Trip Preparation
Brief introduction
The name Algarve comes from the Arabic al-Gharb (West), because it corresponded to what is now southern Portugal. Its capital is Faro, and is a popular destination for Europeans.
Weather
Thanks to the constant climate of the Algarve, you can swim from May until early November, although it should be noted that the Atlantic water is colder than the Mediterranean.
Temperatures and sunshine, and the number of rainy days can be compared with those of North Africa. The average temperature is 17 º C and average humidity ranges between 50% and 75%. In winter, temperatures rarely drop below 10 º C and the dry, hot summer (especially August) temperatures are softened and made bearable by the northerly wind blowing from Europe.
Country and People
History
The region was heavily Islamized. The area of Al-Andalus, the cultural, scientific and most important technology area in Portugal , especially the town of Silves.
The disintegration of the Arab Empire was conquered by King Sancho I fleetingly (the town of Silves in 1189), but it was not until 1249 when Alfonso III finally conquered then proclaimed kingdom of Portugal and the Algarve.
In 1267 with the Treaty of Badajoz, Castile recognized the Portuguese possession of the Algarve, which became part of the kingdom of Portugal, which never had independence, from 1910 and even stopped to exist as a kingdom.
The region was heavily Islamized. The area of Al-Andalus, the cultural, scientific and most important technology area in Portugal , especially the town of Silves.
The disintegration of the Arab Empire was conquered by King Sancho I fleetingly (the town of Silves in 1189), but it was not until 1249 when Alfonso III finally conquered then proclaimed kingdom of Portugal and the Algarve.
In 1267 with the Treaty of Badajoz, Castile recognized the Portuguese possession of the Algarve, which became part of the kingdom of Portugal, which never had independence, from 1910 and even stopped to exist as a kingdom.
Getting Around
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Moving around the areaCar
One of the best ways to discover the Algarve is to rent a car. There are many car rental companies, it is a crowded market. It is best to book as early as possible from the country of origin or with a tour operator, in this way you will ensure that you get what you want.
Before driving in the Algarve, there are some things you should know: the alcohol level limit is 0.5g / l, the equivalent to a small beer, and the maximum speed in populated areas is 60 km / h, 90 km / h outside and 120 km / h on motorways.
Two-wheeled vehicles
Several companies rent bicycles, mopeds, scooters and motorcycles. Prices vary depending on the number of days you want to rent, but the average per day for a scooter is 25 € and 10 € for a bicycle. The more days you rent for, the cheaper the price.
Taxi
Algarve Taxis are either green or black and have a sign on the roof that marks them as a taxi. All use pay by meter.
Buses
If you plan to travel by bus, it is best to get a schedule at a station or in your hotel or at some other place. The main bus companies are EVA Transport, National Express and Rede Renex, which facilitate transport into, out of the Algarve.
EVA Transport Company Viação means do Algarve and also to unite the different parts of the Algarve, the Algarve also links to Lisbon, Porto and Évora and with other international cities like Paris, Geneva, Zurich and Hamburg.
Trains
The trains are clean, comfortable, cheap and punctual, the CP (the railway company) has a network with multiple lines. Algarve lines begin in Lisbon to Barreiro station on the south side of the river Tagus.
Discover and Enjoy
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EventsThe main attraction are the region's beaches, although in recent years there has been more diversify in the type of entertainments available.
An example of this would be the conduct of major sporting events like Euro 2004, Portugal, during which he three matches were played in Faro. The World Volleyball championship, international golf some stages of the Lisbon-Dakar also took place in the area .
In June, the Algarve holds many local festivals, towns and cities are decorated with flags and flowers, people dance around the fire and flame jump, drink wine and eat grilled sardines.
Practices can be observed in situ and salt extraction, fishing, or shellfish harvesting.
Very interesting is the "Magusto", this event differs slightly from one region to another but is practised all over Portugal. Groups of friends and families gather around a bonfire to roast chestnuts and eat, drink jeropiga, tell stories and sing traditional songs.
Other typical festivities that are worth enjoying Easter, Christmas and New Year, with many traditions.
Gastronomy
Fig, almond and carob are traditional agricultural products of the Algarve. The production of strawberry brandy or bark is another traditional product of the area.
The gastronomy of Algarve highlights dishes like salt cod, grilled sardines, the seafood cataplana , seabass, tuna, fish soup, vegetable soup, stuffed squid and delicious risotto.
As for meat, chicken with cherry bean stew and dishes made with game meat like febrer Porco, porco the Alentejo, soaked lamb and feijoada. Among the sweets, we must stress the mordago of almonds and figs stuffed. All accompanied by wines from Lagos, Lagoa and Tavir: fruity red wines and some quite dry whites.
Worth seeing
The Algarve is the most developed of the provinces of Portugal, thanks to some wonderful beaches, warm, calm waters and fine golden sand and stunning landscapes. There are a range of different facilities including, Tourist resorts, luxury hotels and resorts, but also small fishing villages such as Santa Luzia and Sagres.
Beaches include: beach of Manta Rota beach of Tavira Island beach, Meia, Odeceixe beach, beach of Galé ...
There are also some interesting natural parks such as Omega Park, Bridge of Mercy or The Pillory.
In addition the Algarve has some of the best golf courses in Europe: Villa Sol Spa & Golf Resort, Parque de Floresta and Pinhal Golf Club.
Some other places of interest are: the Mirador del Cabo San Vicente de Sagres, the cathedrals of Faro and Silves, the Church of Carmen de Faro, the Municipal Museum of Archaeology of Silves, the Municipal Museum and Lapidar Infante D. Henrique de Faro, Plaza Luis de Camoes in Lagos.
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on the whole it was OK. I think the rooms you could update time the cupboard doors were for example an impertinence. The rest of please read below ☺
Not inviting (brown) from, but ours was very large (with third bed family room). The TV in the bedroom didn't work, but the in the living room so we did not complain. I had unfortunately to a very saggy sofa bed to spend the night, but it was also OK after reading the bedspread and additional Document used. There was a GR balcony with 2 chairs a... Read more
in September 11
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Isabel, Age 14-18, Family
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four star hotel more than justified. Flat kept spacious area in good condition. Area clean and tidy. Had only breakfast and were very satisfied. In the November stayed here almost only German, but also other EUROP. Nationalities. Average age: 45. The hotel on both sides a marina, on the from the room from view.
we had a double room with Kitchenette, bath tub, toilet and terrace with a view of the Rio Arade and the Marina. The rooms are big enough, and in good condition, very clean. This peace... Read more
in November 11
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Petra & Hans, Age 46-50, Couple
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Number and size of the room you can relax in the catalog information. The condition is tidy. It is tidy cleaned.
half board is in the winter useful, since not much in the neighboring place is open.
the guest structure is in terms of age and nationality very mixed. The average age is estimated at 60. On the nationalities is difficult to say something, without the people to question.
also all guys (T-shirt or jacket with shirt and tie for dinner) represented.
Room big enough. Ways to counter in... Read more
in February 12
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Wolfgang, Age 51-55, Couple
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the hotel is not too large (about 200 rooms) and is located in a quiet (anyhow in the winter) quiet Residential area. The complex seemed well maintained and clean.
there were mainly tourist from gigabyte and Benelux in the hotel, therefore was a good mood. Over the new year also very many locals families.
pleasant size of the rooms, good condition.
furniture, kitchen, bathroom were OK.
shower hose broke and after the vacation days replaced immediately.
small ants in the room, not many but not... Read more
in December 11
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Marc, Age 36-40, Family
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the complex consists of several small and larger houses, in a wonderful laid out garden is possible. At the end of the garden a path directly at the edge of the steep coast.
there is a breakfast pavilion with a well sheltered terrace, on the delicious breakfast can enjoy. You can also spontaneous breakfast if this ratio had not booked.
the whole complex was very well maintained, the apartments were every day thoroughly cleaned; during our travels there were only a few apartment occupied.
in t... Read more
in February 12
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Eva, Age 51-55, Couple
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