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This is a guest post by Peter Jenkins, Owner and Luxury Villa Specialist, Sun-hat Villas and Resorts.<\/em><\/p>\n

There\u2019s something magical about The Algarve. From the instant you step off the plane, you are transported to a holiday haven and can feel an indescribable buzz; not just from the\u00a0delightful climate<\/strong>, but also from the\u00a0friendly locals<\/strong>, and let\u2019s not forget the cuisine.<\/p>\n

The region has become a hot spot amongst\u00a0jetsetters<\/strong>\u00a0who like a touch of elegance with their evening cocktails when overlooking the stunning beaches and enjoying the tranquility of the peaceful fishing villages. The area is also a firm favourite of\u00a0chilled out surfers<\/strong>, hoping to catch some wonderful waves on Portugal\u2019s widest swell.\u00a0\u00a0With such a wide offering, we have gathered a list of our top recommendations, ideal for a\u00a0short weekend or spread out over a long relaxing trip<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Day 1<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sunrise surf<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The striking cliffs, impressive cliff-top fortress (and the most powerful lighthouse in Europe) can all be found in the glorious\u00a0Sagres<\/strong><\/a>, which is one of the places to catch some waves \u2013 or at least watch some the cool surfers show you how it\u2019s done! Check out\u00a0Magic Seaweed\u2019s<\/a>\u00a0handpicked guide for\u00a0what to expect when out on the water<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

After hitting the beach, Sagres is a fabulous place to spend your morning. With its joyful cafes this is a great spot to grab some breakfast (or brunch if you want a lazy lie-in).\u00a0Terra<\/a>\u00a0is a great venue to head for breakfast. A glass of delicious fresh juice or a cup of roasting hot coffee teamed with either a nutella or peach filled croissant, can be one of the best ways to start the day. It is also a good option for vegetarians and vegans.<\/p>\n

Explore Alcoutim<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Discover Alcoutim<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

After an extremely active and revitalising morning, you may be tempted to treat yourself to a slightly more\u00a0laid back afternoon.\u00a0<\/strong>On the exciting drive to\u00a0Alcoutim<\/a>, you will be able to discover the\u00a0picturesque countryside views<\/strong>\u00a0and see the sights of its warm riverside beach. This is a cool place to rest and watch the cheeky fish occasionally jump in and out of the water.<\/p>\n

After bathing at the beach, take a stroll in the cultural and historical town, steeped in culture with a Moorish castle, 14th<\/sup>\u00a0Century castle remains and 17th Century fort.<\/p>\n

Sunset: From surf to turf<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One of the places we love to dine at is Almancil\u2019s hilltop restaurant\u00a0Parilla Natural<\/a>. This stunning eatery features its\u00a0own wine cave<\/strong>\u00a0and offers visitors an outside dining experience amongst tall trees and charming candlelight. If you\u2019re feeling chilly, fear not as there\u2019s an inside eating area too! From the menu, we particularly like Surf and Turf paired with Batatas Fritas Caseiras (hand cut potato fries), and for drinks, be sure to try the Lemon Cheesecake Martini.<\/p>\n

Day 2<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Climb the mountains<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Foia – Highest Mountain in Algarve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The magnificent Foia Mountain, also known as Monchique, is the\u00a0highest in the Algarve<\/strong>. Adventurists, who want to partake in the challenge of making it to the top, will be able to walk around the area with a local guide and come face to face with\u00a0cooling water springs<\/strong>\u00a0and views of the coastline scattered with attractive little villages. Be sure to pack a tasty picnic breakfast, whilst you enjoy the view from the top.<\/p>\n

An afternoon in Albufeira<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The old town of\u00a0Albufeira<\/a>\u00a0is exceptionally captivating and is surrounded by a whole array of\u00a0delightful restaurants and bars<\/strong>\u00a0offering everything you could possibly imagine; from the imaginatively presented and tongue tantalising gourmet dining experience at\u00a0Al Quimia<\/a>, (some of the food is dished up in a goldfish bowl), to much loved authentic and inexpensive take-aways such as the\u00a0Albufeira Gourmet Churrasqueira Take-Away<\/a>, which serves mouth-wateringly good ribs and skinny fries.<\/p>\n

The main square bursts into life in the evening with locals and revelers and the maze of cobbled side streets hold interesting hidden finds; it\u2019s also great for finding a souvenir or too!<\/p>\n

Sunset at Sea<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Watch the sun as it comes down, whilst you\u2019re cruising through the sea on a\u00a0boottocht bij zonsondergang<\/strong><\/a>. You\u2019ll be able to witness all of the\u00a0pretty colours of The Algarvian sun<\/strong>, whilst also visiting the moonlit caves, dancing under the stars, relaxing on the deck and taking a cooling night time dip in the ocean. Guests will be treated to one complimentary drink, and there\u2019s also a bar on board for you to sample the local wines and beers. The tours depart from different locations like Vilamoura or Albufeira.<\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re feeling tempted and want to plan your next Portuguese adventure, take a peek at the\u00a0luxury villas in Vale do Lobo<\/a>, and the rest of the Algarve, that Sun-hat Villas have available.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":28097,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categories":[48,37,39],"tags":[477,396,478],"destination":[1360,1394],"class_list":["post-28096","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-boat-tours","category-cave-tours","category-surf-trips","tag-albufeira-holiday-tips","tag-algarve-boat-tours","tag-holiday-tips","destination-1-albufeira","destination-36-algarve"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n48 hours in the Algarve \u2013 Sunset, waves and culture<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Peter Jenkins gathered a list of our top recommendations, ideal for a short weekend or spread out over a long relaxing trip.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, 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