Superb climate Best in Europe for "sunny days" Wonderful coastline Friendly locals Great sporting facilities Good choice of flights from UK Firm favourite with British holidaymakers The region is famous for its seafood restaurants and the local wines that complement the food. The Algarve is also known for its many sporting facilities. Tennis, big-game fishing, water sports and, of course, golf are just some of the major attractions that bring holidaymakers back year after year.
The airport at Faro is less than 3 hours flying time from most of Britain and the new A22 motorway that runs west from Faro makes most of the Algarve resorts easily accessible.