TAKE a look at this fabulous coastal city in one of the most beautiful regions in Europe with golden sands, crystal-clear waters and unique activities.
The beautiful coastal city of Albufeira in Portugal is just three hours away from Dublin Airport and it’s the perfect winter getaway.
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Ryanair currently offers flights to Faro from €39.99, and it only takes 40 minutes to arrive at the gorgeous coastal city by public transport.
The city is situated in one of the most popular Portuguese regions for tourists, and it’s the perfect destination for relaxing and fleeing the chilly and miserable Irish weather.
There are a number of bargain hotels in the area with sea views and private beach access – with the average price per night from €76.
During December and January, the temperatures are reaching highs of 25C and lows of 18C, making it the perfect spot for a winter getaway.
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The Algarve region is well-known for its year-round shine, spectacular coastline views and unique outdoor activities, such as dolphin-watching and cave tours.
Albufeira has many attractions to visit, including its stunning cobbled streets with white buildings, golden beaches, crystal-clear blue waters and a great nightlife with a huge street of bars, clubs and parties.
It also has a rich history where you can see the old town and the growth of the town and museums covering many types of history in the region.
The popular golden beach in Albufeira is called The Praia dos Pescadores and is located in front of the town with bars.
Tourists flock to the popular beach for its fabulous view and excellent services, including a changing room, lockers for storage, parasols with sun beds, a snack bar and a car park.
The price for a set of two sunbeds with an umbrella and a table is €13 for the whole day.
The beach provides a water obstacle course, jet skis, paddle boarding and many more activities to keep you enjoying your holiday in paradise.
Visitors can wander through the old town after the beach, consisting of small and cosy alleys with white buildings and many beautiful local shops, restaurants, and cafes.
The venues near the beach often provide local cuisine and products that represent the city and the island, meaning a lot of fresh seafood, yummy espetadas, bolo do caco and desserts to try out.
Many restaurants and pubs can be found on the streets, with a bottle of beer costing as little as €2, while a meal out at a mid-range restaurant will cost €13.
For nightlife people, the Strip is Albufeira’s party street at the heart of the town, providing themed bars, nightclubs, rodeo bull and drinking activities until sunrise.
POPULAR ATTRACTIONS TO DO
Locals often urge visitors to try out their famous wine-tasting tours at the local winery, which has delicious appetizers and an option to visit the picturesque villages nearby.
They will be provided up to four hours of fabulous wines with delicious tapas – and they have the option to learn how the wines were made at the winery.
Another activity that tourists are recommended to try out is the cave tours, where you will get a chance to see dolphins swim in the wild.
Those feeling adventurous can do the Paderne Adventure Quad Ride where they can explore the Algarve’s hidden gems while feeling the thrill of riding a quad.
The guided tour brings you to all-terrain areas, such as charming villages, rolling hills, citrus groves and breathtaking natural landscapes.
Tourists learn some interesting facts about the Algarve’s history and culture.
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