Algarve, Portugal
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Take a trip out from your private villa Central Algarve has many great activities for all age groups on holiday in Portugal. From Guia there is easy access to a wide range of sporting activities and pastimes that you can try in the Central Algarve. Lessons in all water sports are available on the regions breathe taking beautiful coastline. There are several experienced water sport instruction centres along the Central Algarve coastline. The Algarve offers snorkelers and scuba divers excellent opportunities along the coastline, such as Albufeira and also down towards Sagres. See our What's On pages for more information about other sporting events in the Algarve. |
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Portugal family summer holidays would not be complete without spending some time taking an organised boat or fishing trip. Sail along the Algarve coast to see small bays where you anchor for a barbeque. While you are anchored you can swim to a desert beach, visit the coves, snorkel or work on your tan. Barbecues often comprise of fish, meat, sala, bread, juice, wine and fruit. Cruise along the algarvian coast to the coves, cliffs and beaches in Gale. On the return journey you can also help to sail the boats or just relax and enjoy the ride. Private sailing facilities in the Algarve also range from small junior dinghies to yacht hire. Beach clubs that offer sailing dinghies for hire can be found at most of the major beaches including Albufeira, Vale Do Lobo and Vilamoura.The Algarve is one of Europe's most popular destinations for golfing holidays, with many world class courses to choose from. The region has 29 courses, and some of them are renowned throughout the world for their challenging terrain and beautiful surroundings. |
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It is not surprising that the Algarve is one of the world's most popular destinations for golfing holidays. With fantastic climate of 300 days of sunshine a year, it is one of the few areas of Europe with all year round golf appeal, not too mention the best golf courses. Some of Europe's best surf beaches can be found in the Algarve's coast beaches, which are within 10 minutes drive of Guia and Casa Romantica. The wind is usually off shore and the big rollers cascade in from the open Atlantic on most days of the year. Specialist surf schools in the Albufeira and Carvoeiro area offer different courses in both surfing and body boarding depending on experience. |
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Paddle through crystal clear waters to discover hidden beaches, grottos and caves on the Portugal coastline. The facilities available in the Algarve allows you to swim, snorkel and relax reading a book or painting a picture all in one single holiday. |
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With its gently shelving beaches and warm air currents, the Algarve has drawn visitors
to its sun- |
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With its gently shelving beaches and warm air currents, the Algarve has drawn visitors
to its sun- |
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Many of the resorts across the Algarve are superb for scuba diving and snorkelling; others are ideal for activities above the water, such as sailing, water skiing and windsurfing. You can take a PADI diving course if you want to learn whilst you are away on holiday. |
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Bicycle hire is a great way to explore the Algarve. Many local councils in the region have created bicycle lanes and marked routes along the coast and through the countryside. |
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For more information on the beautiful which are within a drive of your family villa in Algarve sunshine see our Guia pages where you will find some useful contacts details. |