Sun, fun, history and culture...

The Algarve offers guaranteed sunshine, stunning countryside and coastline, excellent food and wine, UNESCO world heritage sites, lively historic villages, and as much activity as you want.

This area is particularly popular with golfers who enjoy an all year-round play in a fabulous climate. Further more, they have 30 high-class golf courses to choose from.

Other activities in the area include an array of watersports such as surfing and sailing or take a boat trip along the picturesque coast. Alternatively, head inland to hike in beautiful pine forests. The Serra de Monchique hill trails will reward you with stunning views as you make your way to the Algarve's highest point. Bring your own or hire bikes locally, whilst birdwatchers will enjoy an array of species. There's even horse trekking in the area for the equestrians.

For those who are after culture, The Algarve has a number of sites reflecting its history which includes Roman and Arab invasions. Medieval churches abound in the historical villages which often have colourful markets. The Tavira area is relatively untouched and remains typically Portuguese. Further more, along the coast there're picturesque islands and beaches waiting to be discovered.

All this plus a lush countryside full of peaceful olive groves, long-standing vineyards and farms which have been worked for generations.