Faro Portugal Vacations, Best Sandy Beaches, Algarve Vacations, Portugal’s Best Destinations, Europe Best Beaches, Europe Excellent Beaches
August 6, 2008 by admin
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Ready to discover the capital of the cherished Algarve region, the south of the Portugal? Faro has excellent beaches and fantastic nightlife. The Ria Formosa which is a beautiful natural lagoon can be found in Faro as can the ever-loved pink flamingo, often seen taking off from the different beaches.
There are also numerous islands that are a favourite of visitors. Ilha de Faro is connected to the mainland by road. There are some amenities there such as restaurants, a scattering of beach houses and a few other facilities for travellers. Ilha de Barreta is the most loved of the island with its calm and peaceful atmosphere. There is no ferry connection so tourists must hire a boat to get there but it’s worth visiting this undisturbed location in Faro Portugal even just to have the beach almost to you.
Don’t run to the beach immediately before visiting the main sights. The main sights include: the Cathedral (Roman-Gothic origin), Nossa Senhora da Assuncão Convent (Renaissance), São Francisco Church (16-18th centuries). There are also a number of museums to visit: Infante Dom Henrique, Regional Ethnographic, Ramalho Ortigão.
Faro has many hotel facilities for tourists. Located at the heart of the Algarve just 20 minutes from Faro International Airport and 2 hours from Lisbon and Seville – the Ria Park Hotel and Spa offers an impressive blend of an excellent standard of service alongside comfortable, stylish and relaxing accommodation.
Opened in May 2002, the Vila Galé Tavira is situated in the centre of the beautiful and historical city of Tavira. It has 268 tastefully furnished and excellently equipped rooms, including 6 suites and 1 room for handicapped persons. Hotel Mónaco offers comfort and is ideally located close to Faro Airport, Beach, Faro Shopping area, University and 7km away from Algarve Stadium. Built in 1995, this 3+ Star Hotel boasts a total of 64 rooms spread over 4 floors.
Looking for things to do in Faro? Golfers can practice at the driving range and rent golfing equipment at the Faro Golf Course. Nature Friends Outdoor Adventures offers guided hiking and canoeing tours. Fisheye Lake is stocked with rainbow trout and kokanee, offering a day use area with boat ramp, change rooms, picnic facilities and fire pits. Fishing licenses can be picked up in the nearby town of Faro. The geographic feature attracts birds such as the sand hill crane and other wildlife migrations during the spring and fall.
Spending your valuable time, prefer to be in Faro to taste the real pleasure. Faro city, the most suitable place of your time…
Nikki Beach Vilamoura, Best European Beach Parties, Sexiest Beach Party in Europe, Europe Beach Party, Europe Beach Clubs
July 25, 2008 by admin
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Surrender to the seduction of this summer season’s lifestyle and glamour at the Nikki Beach Parties to be held in Portimão and Vilamoura. The club is located in front of the Tivoli Hotel on the beach of Vilamoura on the Algarve coast in Portugal. Nikki Beach Lounge, in Vilamoura is nestled behind the restaurant and provides a great way to spend lazy afternoons. The set up is nicely done although a bit tight in some areas, but lots of couch and bed areas to choose from. In the Nikki Beach Club you can enjoy the big opium beds and soak up the sun, but as you can expect from a luxury brand, it comes with a price.
Nikki Beach has been classified by the “Observer” as the “sexiest party on earth“. Designed in a simple and elegant manner, Nikki Beach Parties bring together leading personalities from the different worlds of sport music, the arts and society. With its unique and exclusive location, the Nikki Beach areas, the Lakeside Restaurant & Ultra Lounge and the Nikki Beach Club at the Beach, will be home to some exceptional modern and creative cuisine, with a relaxed and cosmopolitan service. Open from 9.00 to 21.00, soak up the daily entertainment of music and live performers, including saxophonists, while relaxing on the comfortable opium beds.
With more than 100 sun loungers, enjoy a luxury day at the beach Nikki style and take advantage of the facilities. The famous Nikki Beach Signature Cocktails will also be one of the big attractions as will the exotic furnishings including the special Opium and Day Beds.
All day events at Nikki Beach Vilamoura are; Spicy Fridays, Confidential Saturdays and Amazing Sundays…
Much more than just beach entertainment, the Nikki Beach concept is a life style experience, with emphasis on good taste, glamour, style and fashion. You cen get detailed information about Nikki Beach Vilamoura at http://www.nikkibeach.com
Location: Nikki Beach Vilamoura Tivoli Marina de Vilamoura Algarve, Portugal







