Ferragudo: The Fishing Village Across From Portimão That Time Forgot
Just across the Arade River from Portimão’s cruise ships and marina lies Ferragudo—a whitewashed fishing village where trawlers still line
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Loulé: The Forgotten Hilltop Town Where the Real Algarve Still Lives
Behind the modern shopping outlets lies Loulés old hilltop—narrow cobblestone streets, a 13th-century castle, and sweeping views over the Algarve
Read MorePortimão Beyond the Beach: A Free Riverside Walk Through Portugal’s Fishing Capital
Introduction Portimão’s riverfront offers a different Algarve—where trawlers unload their catch and traditional boats line the muddy banks. The flat
Read MoreLagos Beyond the Beach: A Free Riverside Walk Past Fortresses and Fishing Boats
Lagos is famous for its beaches and boat tours, but there is a quieter side along the riverside that most
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Cacela Velha: The Algarve Village With 50 Residents and the Best View in Portugal
A practical guide to Cacela Velha, the tiny east Algarve village with sweeping Ria Formosa views, including timing tips and
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Tavira: The Algarve Town That Refused to Become a Resort
Tavira is one of the easiest places in the Algarve to enjoy without spending money. The old center is compact,
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Cacela Velha: The Tiny Whitewashed Village with Algarve’s Grandest View
Some places in the Algarve make you want to run around with a day plan. Cacela Velha does the opposite:
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Lagos Old Town: Cobbled Lanes, Sea Walls and Sunset Terraces
If you like your seaside towns with a bit of story in their walls rather than just another strip of
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Loulé Old Town: Cobbled Lanes, Market Halls and Rooftop Views
Loulé Old Town: Cobbled Lanes, Market Halls and Rooftop Views If you like your Algarve with a side of real
Read MoreAlte Village: Spring-Fed Streets in the Algarve Hills
If you have ever wondered what the Algarve looks like when you step away from the coast and head into
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