All Inclusive Holidays in the Algarve, and Other Board Types

All inclusive Holidays in the Algarve, and other Board types

All-inclusive holidays in the Algarve from Teletext Holidays. Find out what's on in the Algarve, all-inclusive holidays available now. The Algarve is Portugal's most southerly region and the country's prime tourist area. Home to more than 100 miles of Kodak-moment coastline, there are plenty of Blue Flag beaches, beautiful countryside dotted with Moorish villages and vibrant cities such as regional capital Faro, Albufeira and Lagos.

Getting There and around the Algarve

Flying to the Algarve will most likely leave you at Faro Airport, a perfect destination for cheap flights. With your all-inclusive offer its likely that your hotel will supply a transfer to and from the airport, however check this with your specific resort.

Beaches in the Algarve

Most all-inclusive resort have their own private beaches however if you feel like venturing away from the comfort of your hotel a visit to Praia da Mareta in Sagres is definitely worth it as it is one of the most popular beaches in Portugal and Praia da Luz in Lagos is another favourite.

Other excellent quality beaches that families will love include Odeceixe, Arrifana, Ferragudo, Carvoeiro, Albufeira, Quarteira and Monte Gordo. Surfers will love Praia do Castelejo, a sandy beach on the rugged Costa Vicentina (in the west) with strong breaking waves.

Sightseeing in the Algarve

The Moorish influence is also obvious in Lagos, so head there to see the historic fortifications and pretty marina, as well as the waterfront site of the Old Slave Market, the first to be built in Europe.

Head up to the small town of Monchique, hike the forests of the Serra de Monchique, or more energetically, the region's highest point, the peak of Foia at 2,972ft, safe in the knowledge that you can return to your luxurious all-inclusive resort to relax after a hard days trekking!

Eating and Nightlife in the Algarve

There are many places to eat out in Faro and Albufeira, or go and show off in Vilamoura, an exclusive marina harbouring dazzling yachts, sophisticated restaurants and nightlife and a casino. The all-inclusive resorts all offer some exquisite cuisine and various types of Portuguese wine with this all included in the price so you don’t even need to leave the hotel.

The Algarve's four key marinas – Lagos, Portimao, Albufeira and Vilamoura – are ideal for a pre- or post-dinner waterfront stroll. Vilamoura, Monte Gordo and Praia da Rocha all have casinos. Faro is a university town so has plenty of bars and clubs with a young, cool vibe. There is also plenty of nightlife in Albufeira, Vilamoura, Quinta do Lago and Portimao.

Jazz is very popular in the Algarve with festivals year-round - from Portimao's "May, Glorious May" to Faro's "Jazz in Winter" International Jazz Festival.

Algarve Shopping and Family Attractions

Kids will love the area's two great water parks - Aqualand, The Big One, at Alcantarilha; and Slide and Splash further west near Lagoa, considered one of the best in Europe. The Aqua Show Fun Family Park, at Semino is good fun and there is a zoo in Lagos. Near Albufeira is Zoomarine, an "oceanographic theme park" which also offers a dolphin interaction programme.

There's plenty to keep kids amused in Faro, including the Maritime Museum and Science Museum. The all-inclusive resorts located on the coastline also offer watersports for the whole family to embrace. Make the most of the gorgeous turquoise water with some of the water sports on offer.

There are certainly shopping opportunities to be had in the Algarve with wide ranges of goods to be purchased such as, bright pottery, wicker baskets, cork goods, knitwear and leather shoes, bags and belts - all at great value and very typical of the area. So why not take some culture home with you?

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