Portugal - Albufeira

Holidays in Albufeira

Albufeira Holidays – A popular destination with yearlong sunshine
Albufeira is one of the best loved tourist locations on the Algarve in Portugal. It is located on the southern coast of Portugal and is reached via Faro international airport, approximately 26km from Albufeira. Holidays in Albufeira are very popular, due to the superb climate with sunshine throughout the year, the wonderful beaches, the local culture and the plethora of sights. For your summer holidays or winter sun holidays you will find holiday offers available in Albufeira, with the full gamut from cheap deals, all inclusive holiday deals, family deals and if you are lucky some late deals.

Holidays in Albufeira – Extensive sandy coastline and beaches
Albufeira has a sandy coastline and beaches are located all along the coast, both long beaches and smaller coves set between rocky outcrops. Most of the beaches have water sports facilities of various kinds, if you can be bothered to move off the sun lounger. The beach services – restaurants, cafes, life guards, and umbrellas are available during the summer from April to October but may not be available if you choose to go in the winter. If you want to have a day out from Albufeira then have a bash at quad biking or an adventure park, or visit a spa or a winery. You can also try a pirate boat during your holidays in Albufeira. And the whole Algarve area is famed for its golf courses so head out for a game at the Salgados golf centre or one of the others around the area.

Albufeira Holidays – Exciting night entertainment alternatives
Plenty of shopping in Albufeira; a lot of the shops are aimed at keeping the tourists supplied with sun protection, sun glasses and beach wear. But the town is functional so there is a shopping mall, a plethora of boutiques, some large supermarkets and ubiquitous small supermarkets or convenience stores. The main Portuguese souvenir is a ceramic one – tiles and terracotta ware are particularly popular.

There are loads of bars and discos for your night entertainment on your holidays in Albufeira, and at least one strip club. So this is your Algarve location for a busy nightlife if such is your wish. Most restaurants stay open late and offer flamenco dancing or flamenco music, karaoke, and so on so even for the quieter holidaymakers amongst you can enjoy an evening with a theme.

Holidays in Albufeira – Weather in Albufeira
The climate of Albufeira is Mediterranean so hot summers and mild winters. Some rain falls in the winter but frankly not a lot. The coast is slightly cooled by breezes which keeps the temperature in the late 20°C and very comfortable. Many people like to take advantage of the pleasant spring and autumn temperatures for their breaks. There are plenty of holiday deals in Albufeira, so head out to this great location for your summer holidays or take in a bit of warmth for your winter sun holiday.