Carmo Lobo Beach Resort, Candolim

Advantages: Facilities
Disadvantages: Pricey

...Vale do Lobo was the first development in the Algarve. It was founded in 1962 by Trusthouse Forte and at that time the Algarve was mainly inhabited by farmers and fishermen. It was only after the establishment of Vale do Lobo, its five star Meridien Hotel Dona Filipa and the first golf course, that Faro Airport was opened. Vale do Lobo is just 20 mins drive from the airport, perfect for hitting your destination after only a 2 and a half hour flight from the UK! The facilities and services are excellent – from an on-site bank, post office and supermarket, to the resort’s own medical centre and security service. Fine shops and restaurants, the largest tennis academy in Portugal, 2km of golden beach, not forgetting 2 championship golf courses – there’s no need to step outside the resort. Choose from an apartment, a villa or stay... Read review

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Advantages: Becahes, Churches and Water Sports
Disadvantages: Crowd at Popular sites

...I will not tell you about the Kms and the Location , rather i will tell you what you should do an dhow would you feel......yes, afterall its about sharing the experience!!! My Experience with Goa was in October 2006 with my family. Its a place where you can anjoy alone or with your family or when you are on Honeymoon. Means its a complete package. The main highlights of the place are the BEACHES, which are spread all around in the State. There are numerous beaches and some which deserve worth mention are : Vagator Palolem Candolim Baga Ajanta I would suggest that avaoid the rush at the Candolim and Vagator, which are not-so-clean, and enjoy the lovely beauty at the Palolem Beach. If you are a Water - Sport savvy then you will like the Beach near to the Taj resort. The Para-Gliding will make your nerves full with excitement. I am... Read review

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Advantages: Nice beach and bars.
Disadvantages: Expensive and stuck up!

...I visited Vale do Lobo over summer 2003 and stayed with my second cousin and his wife in their house on the resort. I stayed for 3 days. The resort itself was quite nice and quiet and the beach was lovely, although some of the walks down to the beach are severely hazardous. The resort boasts the two fantastic golf courses however you need a good few hundred euros to play them. It also has a leisure club and a tennis academy. During the day, I spent time paddling in the sea having found out that it would cost me roughly £6 to use the pool for a day. Quite a lot if you consider that the pool is very rapidly slipping into the sea, just like some of the properties. During the evening, we spent time in Monty's which in my opinion was the nicest bar on the resort. The food served is nice and the staff were friendly and helpful. Kareoke... Read review

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