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DestinationsNew Year in the Algarve: Where to Stay & CelebrateWhere to spend New Year's Eve in the Algarve: best towns, where the fireworks are, when to book and how much it costs. Rental homes with direct bookinBy Anderson Melo26 Jun 20269 minRead article →Trip PlanningWhen to Book Algarve Holidays: 2026 CalendarA month-by-month Algarve calendar: weather, sea, price and crowds. Find the best time and when to book to pay less for your holiday home.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202611 minRead article →Food & DrinkFeatured guideWhat to Eat in the Algarve: Food Guide 2026Cataplana, sardines, Ria Formosa oysters, percebes and almond sweets: what to try in the Algarve and where to eat. A complete guide for your holiday.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202612 minRead article →ExperiencesWhat to Do in the Algarve Beyond the Beach: 30 ExperiencesBenagil by kayak, Ria Formosa, Monchique, golf, castles and markets: 30 experiences by area. Plan your Algarve and book the home direct.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202614 minRead article →Villas & HomesVillas with Private Pool in the Algarve: Full GuideWhere they are, what they cost and what to check before booking a villa with a private pool in the Algarve. Book direct and pay less.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202611 minRead article →BeachesFeatured guideThe 18 Most Beautiful Beaches in the Algarve (2026)From Marinha to Benagil and Tavira Island: the Algarve's unmissable beaches, with distances, tips and where to stay. Book the right home.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202613 minRead article →DestinationsSotavento Algarve: A Guide to Tavira, Olhão and Ria FormosaWarm sea, barrier islands and oysters: the genuine Algarve from Tavira to VRSA. Where to stay and what to see. Book your home direct and save.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202612 minRead article →Costs & BookingFeatured guideHow Much to Rent a Holiday Home in the Algarve 2026Real prices by area, type and season for renting in the Algarve in 2026. See how much you save booking direct and plan the right budget.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202611 minRead article →Costs & BookingHoliday Home or Hotel in the Algarve? An Honest TakeHoliday home or hotel in the Algarve? The per-person maths on the kitchen, the space and the private pool — and when the hotel wins. See the real numbBy Anderson Melo25 Jun 202611 minRead article →FamiliesAlgarve with Kids: Areas, Beaches & Homes 2026Best areas, calm warm-sea beaches and homes with a pool for a family holiday in the Algarve. Practical guide and direct booking, no commission.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202612 minRead article →ItinerariesFeatured guide7-Day Algarve Itinerary: the Perfect RouteA day-by-day itinerary from Lagos to Tavira: bases, distances, beaches and where to stay in real homes. Book early and organise your holiday.By Anderson Melo25 Jun 202613 minRead article →Food & DrinkWhere to Eat Fresh Seafood in the Algarve: the GuideRia Formosa oysters, clams, percebes and seafood platters: where to eat and buy fresh seafood in the Algarve. Book a home near the best markets.By Anderson Melo24 Jun 202610 minRead article →ExperiencesGolf in the Algarve: Best Courses and Where to StayThe best golf courses in the Algarve, the ideal season to play and where to stay near the greens. Book your home direct and pay less.By Anderson Melo23 Jun 202611 minRead article →FamiliesHolidays in the Algarve with a Dog: Beaches and Dog-Friendly HomesBeaches that allow dogs, dog-friendly homes and the real rules for travelling to the Algarve with your pet. See where to stay and book direct.By Anderson Melo22 Jun 202610 minRead article →FamiliesThe Algarve for Groups and Stag & Hen Dos 2026Where to stay, nightlife and activities for groups in the Algarve. Big villas, Albufeira, Lagos and Vilamoura. Book direct and save on commission.By Anderson Melo21 Jun 202611 minRead article →FamiliesAlgarve for Couples: Romantic Towns & GetawaysAlgarve for two: romantic towns, beaches and viewpoints, sunset dinners and homes for couples. Book direct and save on commission.By Anderson Melo20 Jun 202611 minRead article →ExperiencesTrails and Hikes in the Algarve: 2026 GuideThe best trails in the Algarve: Sete Vales Suspensos, Rota Vicentina and Monchique. Distances, difficulty and where to stay. Book a home near the routBy Anderson Melo19 Jun 202611 minRead article →ExperiencesBest Surf Beaches in the Algarve by LevelThe best Algarve surf beaches by level and season: Arrifana, Amado, Zavial and more. Where to stay and how to book cheaper. Read the guide.By Anderson Melo18 Jun 202611 minRead article →BeachesWild and Hidden Beaches of the AlgarveThe wild and hidden beaches of the Algarve, away from the crowds: coves, access, tips and where to stay nearby. Book the right home to escape the bustBy Anderson Melo17 Jun 202611 minRead article →BeachesBlue Flag Beaches in the Algarve: List by MunicipalityWhat the Blue Flag is, how it works in the Algarve and where to stay near the awarded beaches. See the official list by municipality and book direct.By Anderson Melo16 Jun 202610 minRead article →BeachesBenagil: How to Visit the Cave in 2026 (Rules and Tours)How to visit the Benagil cave in 2026: access rules, boat, kayak or SUP, indicative prices, where the tours depart from and where to stay nearby.By Anderson Melo15 Jun 202611 minRead article →BeachesPraia da Marinha: Complete Guide (How to Get There and Where to Stay)Praia da Marinha: how to get there, the staircase, tides, rock arches, Seven Hanging Valleys trail and where to stay nearby. Practical guide and homesBy Anderson Melo14 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsGolden Triangle: Vilamoura, Quinta do Lago, Vale do LoboVilamoura, Quinta do Lago or Vale do Lobo? We compare golf, beaches, prices and profiles to pick where to stay in the Golden Triangle. Book direct.By Anderson Melo13 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsAlbufeira or Lagos: Which to Choose for a Holiday?Albufeira or Lagos? Beaches, nightlife, families, prices and access compared properly. See which fits your holiday and book direct, cheaper.By Anderson Melo12 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsSagres and the Costa Vicentina: Surf and Nature GuideSagres and the Costa Vicentina: Cape St Vincent, wild beaches, surf in Aljezur and where to stay. Full guide and cheaper direct booking.By Anderson Melo11 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsAlvor: Guide to the Barlavento Fishing Town (2026)Complete Alvor guide: lagoon, boardwalk, Três Irmãos beaches, fresh fish and where to stay. Book direct, save, and find the right home.By Anderson Melo10 Jun 202610 minRead article →DestinationsPraia da Rocha: the Seafront Guide to PortimãoPraia da Rocha: a huge beach, golden cliffs, a marina and nightlife. What to see, neighbouring beaches, indicative prices and where to stay in PortimãBy Anderson Melo9 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsTavira: The Guide to the Jewel of the SotaventoComplete Tavira guide: Roman bridge, Tavira Island, Ria Formosa, Santa Luzia and where to stay. Book direct, cheaper, and save.By Anderson Melo8 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsCarvoeiro: the Guide to the Beaches, Benagil and Where to StayGuide to Carvoeiro: the village beach, Algar Seco, Benagil, the Seven Hanging Valleys trail and where to stay. Book your home direct and save on commiBy Anderson Melo7 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsVilamoura: Complete Guide (Marina, Golf and Beaches)Marina, golf, beaches and where to stay in Vilamoura. An honest guide with distances, tips and real homes to rent with direct booking. Plan your holidBy Anderson Melo6 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsWhere to Stay in Lagos, Algarve: Areas & BeachesHistoric centre, Meia Praia, Dona Ana or Luz? Compare the areas of Lagos by profile and book direct, cheaper than Booking.By Anderson Melo5 Jun 202611 minRead article →DestinationsFeatured guideWhere to Stay in Albufeira: Best Areas and Beaches2026 guide to the best areas of Albufeira by profile: Old Town, Oura, Falésia and Salgados. See where to stay and book a home with Maré Algarve.By Anderson Melo4 Jun 202611 minRead article →ItinerariesDriving the Algarve: from Sagres to VRSAA driving route across the Algarve, from Sagres to Vila Real: itinerary, stops, viewpoints and where to stay. Book direct and pay less.By Anderson Melo3 Jun 202611 minRead article →ItinerariesAlgarve Weekend Itinerary: 3 DaysA 3-day plan for the Algarve with a single base, beaches, Benagil, a market and real costs. Book your home direct on Homing and pay less.By Anderson Melo2 Jun 202611 minRead article →Trip PlanningThe Algarve Off-Season: Is It Worth It in Winter?Mild climate, lower prices and empty beaches from October to April. See what to do in the Algarve off-season and book your home at the best price.By Anderson Melo1 Jun 202610 minRead article →Trip PlanningGetting to and Around the Algarve: Airport and CarFaro Airport, car hire, train and bus: real distances, times and how to get around the Algarve. Plan your trip and book your home.By Anderson Melo31 May 202611 minRead article →Costs & BookingChecklist Before Booking a Home in the AlgarveWhat to ask before booking a holiday home in the Algarve: location, extra costs, amenities and cancellation. The checklist to book without surprises.By Anderson Melo30 May 202610 minRead article →Costs & BookingAvoiding Holiday Rental Scams in the AlgarveThe signs of a holiday rental scam in the Algarve, what you should never pay and how to confirm the home before transferring money. Book safely.By Anderson Melo29 May 202611 minRead article →Costs & BookingTourist Tax in the Algarve: How Much and Where 2026How much the tourist tax is in the Algarve in 2026, which municipalities charge it, who is exempt and where you pay. Know what's in the price before yBy Anderson Melo28 May 202610 minRead article →Costs & BookingDirect Booking vs Booking and Airbnb in the AlgarveDirect booking, Booking, Airbnb or Vrbo in the Algarve? See how much you save, when it pays off and how to book direct without risk.By Anderson Melo27 May 202611 minRead article →Costs & BookingAlgarve Family Holiday Budget 2026How much to bring for a week in the Algarve with the family? A real 2026 budget by category, an example for 4 people and ways to trim the bill. Book eBy Anderson Melo26 May 202611 minRead article →Food & DrinkAlgarve Food Markets and FestivalsThe Algarve's municipal markets and food festivals, month by month, with times, what to taste and where to stay nearby to book direct and pay less.By Anderson Melo25 May 202610 minRead article →Food & DrinkAlgarve Wines and Wine Tourism: A Winery GuideWineries, tastings and DOC wines of the Algarve: where to taste in Lagoa, Silves and Portimão and where to stay nearby. Book your base on Homing.By Anderson Melo24 May 202611 minRead article →Food & DrinkBest Restaurants in the Algarve by Area (2026)The best restaurants in the Algarve by area: seafood in Olhão, grilled fish, Michelin-starred tables and tascas. Book the right home nearby and eat beBy Anderson Melo23 May 202611 minRead article →Food & DrinkAlgarve Sweets: Dom Rodrigo, Morgado and FigThe guide to Algarve sweets: dom rodrigo, morgado, fig sweet and almond. What to try, where to buy and how to book a home near the pastry shops.By Anderson Melo22 May 202610 minRead article →Trip PlanningMap of the Algarve: Regions, Towns and Areas (2026)Barlavento, Centro and Sotavento explained: 14 municipalities, distances to the airport and where to stay. See the map and book direct on Homing.By Anderson Melo21 May 202611 minRead article →FamiliesWater Parks in the Algarve: Aquashow, Slide & SplashGuide to the Algarve's water parks: Aquashow, Slide & Splash and Aqualand. Where they are, what they offer and where to rent a home nearby. Book direcBy Anderson Melo20 May 202611 minRead article →FamiliesZoomarine and Attractions for Kids in the AlgarveZoomarine, water parks, calm beaches and rainy days with children in the Algarve. Where to stay near Guia and in Albufeira. Book direct.By Anderson Melo19 May 202611 minRead article →ExperiencesCaldas de Monchique: Spa, Springs & Algarve HillsGuide to Caldas de Monchique: hot springs, spa, Fóia at 902 m, trails and where to stay in the hills. Book a home nearby, calm and well priced.By Anderson Melo18 May 202610 minRead article →ExperiencesBoat Trips and Dolphins in the Algarve: the 2026 GuideWhere, when and how much it costs to see dolphins and visit the caves by boat in the Algarve. Compare types of trip and book your base home direct on By Anderson Melo17 May 202610 minRead article →ExperiencesAlgarve Caves: The Guide Beyond BenagilThe best Algarve sea caves to visit by boat or kayak, beyond Benagil. How to get there, the rules and where to stay. Book the right home.By Anderson Melo16 May 202611 minRead article →BeachesIlha de Tavira and the Ria Formosa Islands: the GuideHow to reach Ilha de Tavira and the barrier islands of the Ria Formosa, which beaches to choose and where to stay nearby. Book a home early on Homing.By Anderson Melo15 May 202611 minRead article →BeachesMeia Praia, Lagos: Guide to the Largest Beach (2026)Meia Praia, Lagos: 4 km of sand, access, water sports, train and where to stay nearby. The complete guide to plan and book your home.By Anderson Melo14 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia da Galé: Guide to Albufeira's Golden SandsComplete guide to Praia da Galé: sands, cliffs, the Salgados lagoon, access and where to stay nearby. Book the right home for your holiday.By Anderson Melo13 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia do Vau (Portimão): Guide to the Quiet BeachGuide to Praia do Vau in Portimão: how to get there, the sand, cliffs, facilities and where to stay nearby. Homes booked direct with Homing for less.By Anderson Melo12 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia da Amoreira (Aljezur): Guide to the River BeachWhere it is, how to get there and what to do at Praia da Amoreira, in Aljezur. Surf, river and dunes on the Costa Vicentina, with homes to book nearbyBy Anderson Melo11 May 202611 minRead article →BeachesPraia do Amado: Costa Vicentina Surf GuidePraia do Amado: waves, surf schools, how to get there and where to stay nearby. The complete guide to the Costa Vicentina surf mecca. Book your home.By Anderson Melo10 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia do Barril, Tavira: The Anchor Cemetery GuideHow to reach Praia do Barril, the anchor cemetery, the little train and where to stay. Full guide to Tavira Island on the Ria Formosa. Book your home By Anderson Melo9 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia dos Três Irmãos, Alvor: Guide to the RocksGuide to Praia dos Três Irmãos in Alvor: the rock formations, how to get there, tides, access and where to stay nearby. Book direct and save.By Anderson Melo8 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia de Dona Ana: The Guide to Lagos' Postcard BeachHow to get to Praia de Dona Ana in Lagos, the best time, cliffs, access and where to stay nearby. Book your home with booking direct on Homing.By Anderson Melo7 May 202610 minRead article →BeachesPraia da Falésia: Guide to the Most Photogenic BeachGuide to Praia da Falésia: the ochre cliffs, how to get there, best time and where to stay nearby, in Albufeira and Vilamoura. Book your home.By Anderson Melo6 May 202610 minRead article →DestinationsPraia da Luz: Guide to the Family Village near LagosPraia da Luz, west of Lagos: a beach of sand and black rock, calm sea, restaurants and homes to rent. See where to stay and book direct on Homing.By Anderson Melo5 May 202610 minRead article →DestinationsCacela Velha: Guide to the Ria Formosa's PostcardGuide to Cacela Velha: the white village above the Ria Formosa, beach, oysters, fort and where to stay nearby. Book your Sotavento base early.By Anderson Melo4 May 202610 minRead article →DestinationsOdeceixe: Guide to the River-and-Sea Beach (Costa Vicentina)Odeceixe pairs river and sea on a single Costa Vicentina beach. How to get there, tides, surf, the village and where to stay nearby. Book direct and pBy Anderson Melo3 May 202611 minRead article →DestinationsSalema and Burgau: Fishing Villages near LagosSalema and Burgau, the fishing villages west of Lagos: beaches, distances, best season and where to stay. Book direct and save.By Anderson Melo2 May 202611 minRead article →DestinationsFerragudo: Guide to the Algarve Fishing VillageBeaches, castle, restaurants and where to stay in Ferragudo, the fishing village facing Portimão. Full guide and book direct on Homing.By Anderson Melo1 May 202610 minRead article →DestinationsVila Real de Santo António: Border Town Guide (2026)Guide to Vila Real de Santo António: the Pombaline town, the Guadiana, Monte Gordo and where to stay near the border. Book the right home in the SotavBy Anderson Melo30 Apr 202611 minRead article →DestinationsQuinta do Lago & Almancil: The Algarve Luxury GuideGuide to Quinta do Lago and Almancil: golf, the Ria Formosa, beaches, restaurants, where to stay and indicative rental prices, booking direct on HominBy Anderson Melo29 Apr 202611 minRead article →DestinationsMonte Gordo: Guide to the Warmest Sea & Where to StayGuide to Monte Gordo: the warmest sea in the Algarve, what to do and where to stay. Book your home direct and save on commission.By Anderson Melo28 Apr 202611 minRead article →DestinationsQuarteira: Beach, Market & Where to Stay (2026)A wide sandy beach, the fish market and Vilamoura marina next door. See what to do in Quarteira and where to stay — book direct and pay less.By Anderson Melo27 Apr 202610 minRead article →DestinationsArmação de Pêra: Guide to the Town and Beaches (2026)Complete guide to Armação de Pêra: beaches, things to do, where to stay and how to get there. Book your holiday home on Homing, commission-free.By Anderson Melo26 Apr 202611 minRead article →Costs & Booking12 Free Things to Do in the Algarve in 2026Beaches, trails, villages and markets without spending a thing: 12 free things to do in the Algarve, with real distances and where to stay nearby.By Anderson Melo25 Apr 202611 minRead article →Families12 Beaches for Families with Children in the AlgarveThe 12 best Algarve beaches for children: calm sea, wide sands and good facilities. See where to stay nearby and book direct, with no commission.By Anderson Melo24 Apr 202611 minRead article →Experiences10 Places to Watch the Sunset in the AlgarveThe 10 best places to watch the sunset in the Algarve, from Cabo de São Vicente to Tavira. Where to go, at what time and where to stay nearby.By Anderson Melo23 Apr 202610 minRead article →Costs & Booking15 Ways to Save on an Algarve Holiday (2026)15 real tips to save on an Algarve holiday: lodging, food, transport and the best time to go. Book direct and pay less.By Anderson Melo22 Apr 202611 minRead article →ExperiencesWhat to Do in the Algarve on Rainy Days: 12 IdeasRaining in the Algarve? 12 things to do: museums, spas, markets, wineries and comfortable homes. Book direct and save on your stay.By Anderson Melo21 Apr 202611 minRead article →Trip Planning10 Mistakes to Avoid on an Algarve Holiday (2026)The 10 most common mistakes on an Algarve holiday and how to avoid them: booking, area, car, beaches and costs. Plan better and save.By Anderson Melo20 Apr 202611 minRead article →Food & Drink12 Typical Algarve Dishes You Have to TryFrom cataplana to sardines, from xerém to dom-rodrigo: 12 typical Algarve dishes, where to try them and how to cook them in your holiday home.By Anderson Melo19 Apr 202611 minRead article →Experiences10 Viewpoints in the Algarve with the Best ViewsFrom Ponta da Piedade to Cabo de São Vicente and the Fóia: the 10 best viewpoints in the Algarve, with access, distances and where to stay nearby.By Anderson Melo18 Apr 202611 minRead article →Destinations12 Most Beautiful Villages in the Algarve (and Where to Stay)From Ferragudo to Cacela Velha: the 12 prettiest villages and towns in the Algarve by region, with distances and where to stay nearby. Book direct andBy Anderson Melo17 Apr 202611 minRead article →Experiences15 Things to Do in the Algarve at Least OnceFrom the Benagil cave to the sunset in Sagres: 15 must-do experiences in the Algarve, with distances, tips and where to stay nearby. Book now.By Anderson Melo16 Apr 202611 minRead article →
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