When it’s time to get away we all like to pursue the sun’s rays to varying degrees. If we happen to live in Western Europe, usually the fastest way to get this done would be to head south, to the southernmost tip of the continent, the location where the land meets the sea. It is the place where the sun shines almost all of the year and the location where the way of living celebrates proximity to the warmer waters of the Atlantic, as well as the Mediterranean sea.

While Spain and France have their very own beachside spots in this way, Portugal has definitely got one of the jewels. There are hundreds of kilometres of pristine and clean beaches comprising the Algarve region, a diverse but very culturally rich area in its own right.

For years and years it has been one of the preferred holiday locations and you may plan to find a very well developed tourism structure. There are countless different beaches, dozens of different golf courses and a variety of year-round occasions and attractions to keep you busy. The rich waters of the nearby sea are renowned for being cool and crystal clear and the entire area has a great name for security and hygiene. As a result it’s no surprise that there’s a good collection of luxury villas Algarve style to tempt you.

You can find international flights into the area by travelling into Faro, with easy connections by bus or train to other towns and cities in the region. Just as one option, if you want to combine some different cultures into one particular getaway, it’s relatively easy and cost-effective to visit Seville in nearby Spain.

When you are in the region you may choose to visit Lagos, which is completely unchanged and features winding streets with vibrant properties, often with great eating places to tempt you to stop and stay a little bit. It’s easy to get lost in time here.

If you wish to experience one of many luxury holidays Algarve options are numerous and tempting.