Here are a few snaps taken over the Christmas Period of some of the beaches, a hive of activity! Just imagine what it’s like in Summer!

2013 is an exciting year for us all in the Algarve with lots going on, the calendar seems to be jam packed with event catering for all tastes.

Here are just a few of the events I have found so far:

The Algarve also came away with best of awards in what is deemed to be the tourism equivalent of the Oscars held in October, these included “The Best European Beaches” and “The Best Golf Holiday” destination! For more information click here.

So it looks like whatever you are into – Bird Watching to Partying , the Algarve has something to suit all.

Staying at Paraiso Jardim you will enjoy a touch of real Portugal and it is ideally located to take advantage of all the events and lots of those award winning beaches, we will be posting up some surf photos of the beaches taken over Christmas, there’s always something going on all year round!

Have a Great Year and we hope to see you soon

Kath & Alan

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As spring is in the air and to celebrate 2012 we are offering a 12% Price reduction on our apartments for limited period only. To take advantage of this great offer please send us an enquiry on the bookings page!

Be quick, this special offer is for a limited period only!

After reading an article by TripAdvisor ranking Lagos Number 1 out of 15 World Destinations on the Rise for 2012 it reminded us of the beautiful boat tours Lagos has to offer of the coves and grottos along the coastline. Just a short car or bus ride from Paraiso Jardim, a grotto tour is the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon in Lagos.

With such a magnificent coastline of golden sands, beautiful cliffs and impressive rock formations, it’s hardly surprising there are so many boat trips on offer – choose from sightseeing trips, onboard BBQs, dolphin watching, fishing trips and more.

Boat trips are a brilliant way to see the area and its coastline in all its glory from a unique perspective. If you get the chance we recommend you should take a Grotto Tour by small fishing boat to visit the enchanting sea caves along the cliffs and spectacular rock formations of the coast.

At the most south-westerly point of mainland Europe, Sagres has to be one of the most outstanding places in Portugal for Birdwatching, especially being a part of the Costa Vincentina Natural Park . The region attracts an ever growing number of birdwatching enthusiasts every year, who seek out the different species of birds.

With it’s unique geological position, Sagres has a lot to offer to the Birdwatching world. Autumn see’s thousands of birds making the journey south along this migratory corridor for the winter with over 160 different species. The coastal position of Sagres also offers an exceptional observation point for the many species of sea birds, as well as birds found in the forests and lowlands of the region.

Towards the end of September and beginning of  October Sagres will be host to the 2nd year of the Sagres Birdwatching Festival. If last year is anything to go by there will be field trips, lectures, bird ringing, competitions and even whale and dolphin watching.

If you would like any information on the festival please send us a message via our contact page and we can forward you some more information.

Wishing you all a Happy New Year, Let’s raise a glass for 2012

All the Best

Kathy and Alan

 
We hope this is helpful to you and hope to see you soon

Combine a plethora of endless beaches, Beautiful Accommodation, a bounty of characteristic Portuguese food and some of the friendliest people in the world, and you have the makings of a great surf trip.

Idyllically situated on the corner of the Iberian peninsular this spectacular coastline has one of the widest swell windows in the country, offering the choice of either the South or West Coast breaks.
Whether a beginner or well seasoned surfer, the beauty of the Western Algarve offers the perfect choice of conditions to suit.

The uncrowded beaches and laid back country vibe makes this one of the Best Surfing destinations Europe has to offer and with the mild temperatures and the warmest water temperature in Europe, its no wonder why…

The warm climate and the consistent Atlantic swells make the Algarve a perfect all-year destination, especially with surfers escaping form the icy waters of Northern Europe, with Autumn and Spring being the preferred surfing season. So what you waiting for…

We are starting the summer by hosting a Summer Fete for the local church.  Whilst I don’t go to church I am quite comfortable with those who do and St Vincent’s in Luz do some fantastic work for underprivileged families, the local orphanage and hold a soup kitchen a couple of times a week for those in need.  So when a friend asked if we would consider playing hosts I jumped at the chance, it was a great way to put something back into the Community.

The hardest part has been spending the last week strimmering the rather large field so that we can park 50 cars without any problems. Its about 30 degree’s fantastic sunshine but not so great when you have a pair of loppers and an axe in hand!!!

There are loads of stalls with all the usual Cakes, Tombola, Raffles, Crafts etc but we also have some more unusual entertainment like Chico the Clown and Dino the Parrot.

My brother Bob has come up with a few games which I think will take everyone back to their childhood he has built a Coconut shy, shooting the bottle (Very cleverly held on by a small magnet as the bottles are not real just cut out copies). He also has an aircraft hanger which you have to glide a plane into and of course the chip and put for the golfers.

I know it will be a great day for everyone and I will remember to take some photos so you can see the event.

Kath