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    The Algarve Holidays

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    Holidays to the Algarve step up to the plate in every department. In beach terms, the place is like royalty, and the supporting cast of fairways and family attractions is on the money, too.

    Family ingredients

    It’s impossible to pick fault with the Algarve’s kid-friendly CV. Every beach worth its salt comes with a full roster of watersports, and the eating out scene juggles home favourites with Portuguese seafood and fiery piri-piri chicken. Theme and waterparks are in good supply, and there are go-karting tracks, zoos and little and large golf courses. The whole lot’s propped up by a spread of family-focused hotels.

    Five-star sands

    Blue Flags are given out like hot cakes in these parts, and it’s easy to see why when you eye up the sandy beaches. These chunky, wave-lapped waterfronts are easily the Algarve’s forte. Lively Albufeira’s got more than 10 accredited stretches around it, plus enough bars and restaurants to keep you hanging around once the sun’s gone down. Elsewhere, Praia da Rocha, Gale and Olhos d’Agua all earn their Blue Flag stripes, too.

    Little-known neighbours

    Let the front-runners drift out of focus, and the Algarve’s second tier of seaside towns comes to the fore. They’re not your standard package holiday haunts, either. Take the fishing village of Alvor, which has stuck with its traditional image. Cobbled streets lead down to golden sands where you could hear a penny drop, and bumpy rock formations poke up from the shore and shallows.

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    At a glance

    • Play a few holes on a top-rated fairway
    • Start a checklist of Blue Flag beaches
    • Hit the flumes at an adrenaline-pumping waterpark

    Destinations in The Algarve

    Top Destinations

    • Sao Joao

      Holidays to Sao Joao let you be as relaxed or as active as you like. You've got a lively beach, a charming old town, and late-night haunts all within striking distance.

    • Albufeira

      With a pick of beaches, a cutesy old town and a party-‘til-dawn strip, Albufeira holidays get a big tick in every box.

    • Acoteias

      Acoteias holidays are a delicious mix of fresh seafood, traditional tavernas and pristine beaches on a golden stretch of coastline.

    • Alcantarilha

      Holidays to Alcantarilha promise a traditional atmosphere, authentic food and dreamy beach access in the sun-soaked Algarve.

    • Almancil

      Away from the hectic pace of bigger coastal resorts, holidays to Almancil offer authentic Algarve culture, pristine beaches and elegant dining options.

    • Alvor

      Alvor holidays walk a tightrope between traditional and 21st-century, with cobbled lanes leading down to a smart harbour and a crowd-pleasing beach.

    • Armacao De Pera

      Home to one of the Algarve's biggest beaches, Armacao de Pera holidays offer seaside fun, authentic restaurants and laidback nightlife.

    • Carvoeiro

      Holidays to Carvoeiro combine unspoiled beaches, picturesque cliff walks and traditional village charm for a blissfully laidback Algarve experience.

    • Lagos

      Holidays to Lagos combine beachside relaxation, rugged adventures and fascinating culture for the full Algarve experience.

    • Loule

      Loule holidays are a refreshing way to experience the Algarve, thanks to bags of historic charm and cosmopolitan culture.

    • Portimao

      Sweeping beaches, golden sunsets and waterfront cafés are all part of the deal when it comes to Portimao holidays.

    • Praia Da Luz

      Holidays to Praia da Luz serve up the best of southern Portugal, with watersports, sandy beaches and lively bars aplenty.

    • Praia Da Rocha

      Holidays to Praia da Rocha promise the Algarve at its best, from sweeping sands and seafront eateries, to lively bars and clubs.

    • Quarteira

      Quarteira holidays are all about Portugal's simple pleasures, including sandy beaches, authentic dishes and palm trees blowing in the ocean breeze.

    • Tavira

      Holidays to Tavira remind you what Portugal's Algarve does best – golden-sand beaches and world-class golf.

    • Vilamoura

      With activities, culture and beaches right on the doorstep, holidays to Vilamoura deliver all the magic of a classic Algarve getaway.

    • Praia d'Oura

      Holidays to Praia d'Oura offer up a quiet slice of the Algarve's sun-kissed coast, with lively Albufeira just a stone's throw away.

    • Praia Do Vau

      Praia do Vau holidays showcase the Algarve at its most authentic, with friendly family-run restaurants and natural beauty on its doorstep.

    • Praia Da Gale

      Holidays to Praia da Gale showcase some of the best of the Algarve, with golden sands and turquoise waters.

    • Sao Rafael

      Holidays to Sao Rafael provide all the beauty of the Algarve in a peaceful setting, with lively Albufeira just around the corner.

    • Monte Gordo

      You've got the best of beach and natural beauty to get your teeth into on holidays to Monte Gordo.

    • Balaia

      With its golden beaches, lush golf course and proximity to popular coastal hotspots, Balaia holidays are an ideal Algarve getaway.

    • Branqueira

      With its traditional charm, laidback restaurants and easy beach access, Branqueira holidays are a peaceful retreat in the lush Algarve.

    • Porches

      Porches holidays deliver library-level peace and quiet, with a couple of noisier neighbours a short hop away.

    • Olhos d'Agua

      Olhos d'Agua holidays are all about life in the slow lane. This quaint fishing village is so laidback it's practically horizontal.

    • Vale de Parra

      Holidays to Vale de Parra are like a cocktail shaken using the tastiest ingredients of the Algarve – like cream-coloured beaches, historic landmarks, and pretty vineyards.

    • Ferragudo

      With a waterfront setting, traditional charm and fresh seafood, Ferragudo holidays promise relaxation and plenty of beach time.

    • Boliqueime

      Experience beaches, hilltop views, rural relaxation, and the promise of fresh air on holidays to Boliqueime

    • Guia

      Portuguese restaurants, lush vineyards and beach picnics make holidays to Guia ones to remember.

    • Praia Dos Salgados

      Holidays to Praia Dos Salgados set you up for family days out, and put a four mile-long beach on your doorstep.

    • Monchique

      With forest-covered mountains, pretty towns and nearby shores, holidays to Monchique promise a mix of outdoor adventure and relaxation.

    • Alte

      With an enchanting combination of natural good looks and small village charm, Alte holidays are sure to steal your heart.

    • Quinta Dos Alamos

      Quinta dos Alamos holidays keep it low-key, delivering all the glory of Portugal's southern coast with none of the crowds.

    • Sesmarias

      Holidays to Sesmarias serve up the best of the Algarve, with golden beaches, scrummy food and famous sights close at hand.

    • Salema

      Holidays to Salema check all the boxes for a dreamy Algarve getaway, including sunshine, seclusion and bucketloads of sand.

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    Our destinations in The Algarve

    • Acoteias

    • Albufeira

    • Alcantarilha

    • Almancil

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    • Alvor

    • Armacao De Pera

    • Balaia

    • Boliqueime

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    • Carvoeiro

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    • Loule

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    • Monte Gordo

    • Olhos d'Agua

    • Porches

    • Portimao

    • Praia Da Gale

    • Praia Da Luz

    • Praia Da Rocha

    • Praia Do Vau

    • Praia Dos Salgados

    • Praia d'Oura

    • Quarteira

    • Quinta Dos Alamos

    • Salema

    • Sao Joao

    • Sao Rafael

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    • Tavira

    • Vale de Parra

    • Vilamoura

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