Your Ultimate Guide to the Algarve
- By Stella Jonker da Rocha
- 07 Apr 2026
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"I moved to Portugal with my parents as a child, and it has been my home for close to 50 years. The biggest part of these years I’ve lived in the south of Portugal, the Algarve. My husband is Portuguese, from the north of Portugal and we have two sons and a granddaughter."
New to Portugal? From family villas to big celebrations, golf groups, luxury resorts and authentic, characterful towns, meet the European destination that really does have it all. Read more >
For the best water parks for children, toddler-friendly activities on the Algarve and top boat trips for families wanting to explore the fabulous caves and cliffs of the Algarve coastline, Stella Jonker da Rocha has written this helpful guide. Read more >
Wondering which of the Algarve's 40 courses is right for you? Read our helpful guide for golfers from novices to advanced, with advice on choosing the best villa for a golf holiday too. Read more >
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