DK Travel : The Algarve

The Moors called their al-Gharb the Sunset Land, and visitors have been waxing lyrical ever since. Blessed with a mild winter climate and a sunny disposition, Portugal’s playground province remains one of the most popular year-round holiday destinations in southern Europe. Lively coastal resorts spill over ribbons of golden sand in sharp contrast to the quiet villages of the hinterland, where history and tradition go hand in hand.

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Tivoli Almansor

A spectacular clifftop location, with staff on hand to arrange play at over a dozen courses, all at generous discounts. Almansor owns the 18-hole Salgados layout, which has no fewer than 14 water hazards.
Tivoli Almansor

Commanding views over precipitous cliffs, this hotel is within easy walking distance of Carvoeiro town centre. The interior is Moorish in influence and rooms have spectacular ocean vistas. The health club has a Jacuzzi, sauna and Turkish bath, and there is a diving school near the bay.
Tivoli Lagos

Near the old town, this smart hotel is a series of buildings linked around a swimming pool. Guests also have the use of an exclusive beach club down on the seafront.
Tivoli Marinotel

A luxurious five-star hotel near the beach and marina. A free shuttle service operates to the Vilamoura courses Pinhal, Laguna, Millennium, Vila Sol and Old Course.
Tivoli Marinotel

Set right on the beach, so every bedroom balcony has stunning views of either the sea or the marina. A range of water sports are close at hand, and the Sirius Grill, with its panoramic vista, is ideal for formal dining.
Travel Algarve

A UK agency that specializes in providing holiday breaks in villas and selected hotels in the Algarve. The number of bedrooms in the villas varies from one to six. Special offers are available from time to time.
Trésor Champagne Cruises

If luxury is what you crave at sea, why not have champagne and canapés? And, if your cruise is more than four hours, proceed with a salmon-and-caviar lunch.
Truly Algarve

This comprehensive site specialises in private villa and apartment rentals with extensive accommodation and availability in all major resorts. Check the “Villa of the Week” page.
Turismo, Serpa

The tourist office has a great selection of traditional chairs, jars of honey and colourful house façades fashioned in miniature. On the fourth Tuesday of every month a country market is hosted on the outskirts of the town.
V Terra Restaurant. Estoi.

Food with a flair! The restaurant is spread over 3 floors including a roof terrace but is quite small and intimate. Prato do dia is excellent value.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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