Faro (Portugal)

I never thought I would be the kind of person who would go to the same place on holiday year after year, far too boring!! Until the year we went to Praia da Oura for our holidays. We stayed in excellent apartments - Club Praia da Oura. They were clean and spacious with everything we needed for a fortnight. We went on holiday in early June so the weather was perfect . The Portugese people couldn't be any nicer or more welcoming. They love kids which is great considering we had a baby with us. The 'strip' is a long road of shops, restaurants & bars and is only a 5 minute walk from the apartments ... more

It's been a while since I wrote a review and I suppose I've set my standards high writing a holiday review. The last time I went to Portugal was also the 1st time I'd ever been, but it certainly won't be the last. Looking back it is about 4 years ago now and I haven't been abroad for 4 years, but I would definitely consider Faro, Portugal to return to. I went with my ex fiancé and had a ball. The place we stayed was Olhas D Aguas. Everything in Portugal is low priced compared to the UK. They don't believe in measuring drinks either no they just pour a generous measure in and the cocktail bars ... more

I recently travelled to Alvor in the Algarve and had the doubtful pleasure of going through Faro Airport. Judging by my impression of Faro airport, I'm glad I was staying in another town! My breath was really taken away just five minutes after we landed. The toilets had a distinct aroma of p*** They looked clean but the strong smell was enough to make your eyes water. Anyway, enough of that! Faro really comes into it's own when you go back for your return flight. The toilets had a distinct aroma of Zoflora, or some equally strong floral disinfectant, which had clearly been used to cover up the ... more

Earlier this year I visited Portugal, landing in Faro and staying approximately 20 miles from Faro in a small town near Loule. The main tourist occupation would seem to be golf as there are golfing parks everywhere, however if you visit the local towns you will find a variety of other things to occupy your time. At the time of my holiday the Loule 2000 carnival was in full swing, a lot of time and effort was put into the costumes and floats and they where very impressive. The atmosphere was wonderful. The time of my holiday was in March 2000, the weather was wonderful the temperature averaging ... more

In summer 2000 I went to Montechoro in Portugal. During the day was great and at night I thought it would be too. On the first night I saw the bars and clubs and thought it would be great but I did not go out that night. When I did go out I walked into the first bar and and it was all over 40s on the outside and under13 on the inside - all the parents watching their kids. So I want in some other bars and it was all the same. During the day is excellent with brilliant beaches and excellent activities such as Quad biking. ... more

This year i went to a place called Ohlos D'Agua in Portugal near Faro. I'd never been there before so i didn't know what to expect but...WOW!!! All the locals were great and made us feel at home. They made sure we had a good time! I really recommend you visit a town called Albufeira which is about 10 minutes away by bus. The place has loads of things to do especially at night when it becomes reallllly lively! There's something for everyone whether you want local gifts for friends back home, exotic cocktails, a relaxing meal, portraits, entertainment (puppets etc.) for the kidz. You name it ... more