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Topic: Albufeira


In the News (Wed 15 Feb 12)

  
  Albufeira
The whole area, greater Albufeira you could call it, is the most tourist-intensive place in Portugal.
There the beach is known as Fisherman's Beach and it's shared without a shred of self-consciousness by topless sun-bathers and sun-hardened men of the sea far too busy mending their nets to notice the bare boobs bobbing about their boats on the sand.
There is an abundance of all sorts of accommodation in Albufeira and the broad area around it, and that includes both good hotels and a good campsite, but without advance booking you may find it difficult to get your head down anywhere in summer.
www.algarvenet.com /locations/outras/albufeira1.asp   (577 words)

  
 The Algarve Network - Albufeira
King Manuel gave Albufeira a new charter in 1404, granting it the status of town.
Albufeira had been one of thefirst towns in the Algarve to support the liberal ideals.
Castle walls The defensive walls that one ringed Albufeira have been almost totally destroyed by time and the earthquake of 1755, and all that remain are the ruins of the tower.
www.thealgarve.net /location/albufeira.htm   (642 words)

  
 ALGARVE HOLIDAY DESTINATION - ALBUFEIRA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Albufeira was severely hit by the earthquake of 1755 which was responsible for most of the damage.
In 1833, during the civil war between absolutists and liberals, Albufeira was surrounded and attacked by soldiers under the orders of Remexido - a popular absolutist leader - who heavily damaged the town and executed a large number of the inhabitants.
The interior is composed of only one nave and one may also behold an 18th-century wood altar piece, 6 images of saints all in wood by an unknown artist, and also an image carved in stone perhaps from the 16th century which belonged to the early chapel of Nª Srª da Piedade.
www.algarveholidaycottages.com /destinations.2.html   (1892 words)

  
 Property in Albufeira
In a popular residential area on the outskirts of the Old Town of Albufeira, this lovely 2 bedroom townhouse is perfect for permanent residence or restful holidays away from the main tourist centre.
The glorious sandy beach and the lively old town of Albufeira are only a 5 minute walk away, where you can enjoy the colourful nightlife, international restaurants and cosmopolitan cafes for al-fresco dining whilst watching the spectacular sunsets.
The old town of Albufeira still retains its charm with the old cobbled streets, small boutiques and gift shops with hand made crafts gives you a chance to see what the old Algarve used to be like.
www.algarveteamproperties.co.uk /albufeira.htm   (3514 words)

  
 Albufeira Algarve Portugal holidays!
First and foremost, Albufeira is famed for its beaches, for the countless shades and tones of its rocks and cliffs.
The Romans settled in Albufeira, on the Cerro da Vila, a rock formation that constituted an impregnable quasi-peninsula overlooking the sea and the mouth of the Albufeira creek.
In the 18th century, a series of seismic tremors, culminating in the earthquake of 1755, reduced Albufeira to poverty, and it was only at the end of the 19th century that prosperity returned, with the growth of the fishing and fish preserves industry.
albufeira.algarveportugal.info   (803 words)

  
 Câmara Municipal de Albufeira   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
in Portugal’s southernmost region, Albufeira is the seat of the county and belongs to the administrative district of Faro which is located 39 Km.
Totaling an area of 14,800 hectares, and with a population of approximately 40,000 residents, this county is divided into five parishes: Albufeira, Ferreiras, Guia, Olhos d'Água and Paderne.
The summers are hot and the winters are mild with limited rainfall mainly between the months of October through March, giving an average yearly temperature of 17.5ºC. Albufeira is acknowledged as one of the main tourist regions of the country.
www.cm-albufeira.pt /uk/index.php   (124 words)

  
 BBC - Holiday - Destinations - Albufeira, Portugal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Albufeira Camping is a value-for-money alternative to hotels and if you go for a mobile home you don't have to bring much with you.
Albufeira's tourist office (tel: 289 585 279 / 542 047) is right in the centre of town and it should be a good place to start looking for a place to stay; they can at least give you an idea of where most accommodation in your bracket is concentrated.
The Portuguese love their fish and in Albufeira all fish is caught locally.
www.bbc.co.uk /holiday/destinations/algarve_albufeira_diy   (822 words)

  
 Albufeira - the heart of the Algarve beaches!
Albufeira must be one of the most famous places in Portugal, never mind the Algarve...
Albufeira has received more than its fair share of bad press, due mainly to snobbishness about 'tourism' and one tiny part of the town.
Albufeira is pretty much in the centre of the Algarve coastline, yet the transfer by coach from Faro airport took less than one hour (and that included three previous stops to unload holidaymakers at their hotel or apartments en route to our own holiday apartment near Albufeira's Old Town).
www.algarve-beach-life.com /albufeira.html   (4358 words)

  
 Cheap hotels in Albufeira, Algarve: 3 star hotel deals
Albufeira, Portugal’s most popular resort, has been described as a stretch of ’holiday-land suburbia’, spreading from the old town both east and west along...
Albufeira Jardim is an ideal 3* family orientated property, with lots of facilities to keep children entertained.
The Hotel Rocamar is on the edge of the oldest part of the town of Albufeira, not far away from the pedestrian precinct.
www.cheapaccommodation.com /Albufeira/3-star-hotel   (1400 words)

  
 Albufeira   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Albufeira has long been a fishing town and still plies its original trade, which means that delicious fresh seafood is available to you.
The Silchoro Apartments have 135 spacious and excellently equipped apartments which are situated just 800 metres from the centre of Sao Joao, 1.5 kilometres from the golden sanded Praia Oura and a little over 3 kilometres to the centre of Albufeira Old Town.
Just one and half kilometres from Praia da Oura beach, four kilometres from Albufeira town centre, thirty five kilometres from Faro airport and surrounded by superb golf courses, this hotel has a great location.
www.iberianlynxgolf.co.uk /en-gb/dept_12.html   (347 words)

  
 ALBUFEIRA 150 - Edomizil   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Residence : Apartment house "Bayside Salgados", 5 km from the centre of Albufeira.
from the lagoon 'Lagoa de Albufeira' and the...
Having driven along a little country lane from the traditional old village of Tunes, it is quite unexpected to stumble upon this little estate of new...
www.holidays-flats.co.uk /albufeira/albufeira_150.html   (565 words)

  
 Albufeira Algarve Hotels Uncovered - The real truth about package holidays hotels and apartments in Algarve Albufeira. ...
The nightlife isn't as hectic as somewhere like say Faliraki or Ibiza as Albufeira is more of a family resort and when you hit the strip a lot of the bars are filled with families until around 11/midnight when there are more adults out.
Albufeira old town its self is a really nice place, it has a lovely beach and really nice resturants it is just a shame our holiday was spoilt by our apartment.
Albufeira in general is one of loveliest places i have visited.
www.holidays-uncovered.net /holiday_reviews/algarve_albufeira_a.htm   (14707 words)

  
 Albufeira car hire Spain
Albufeira car hire in Spain can be booked on line or over the telephone.
At the Albufeira car hire desk all drivers must present a current valid driving licence (faxed, photocopied, emailed or scanned copies will not be accepted by the hire car company) prior to signing the car hire agreement.
We arrange low cost hire car in Spain from Albufeira with rental cars for families on holiday, business travel and weekend trips.
www.carwithaview.com /spain-albufeira.html   (358 words)

  
 VirtualTourist.com - Albufeira Tips - Pictures, Tips and Reviews
The name Albufeira is of Arabic origin: "Al-buhera" means in fact "the Sea Castle".
Albufeira was a thriving seaport with its own castle which was destroyed by an earthquake in 1755.
The centre of Albufeira is very mixed, with the new part called the 'strip' which has many bars and discoes and where the younger element congregate.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Europe/Portugal/Algarve/Albufeira-293601/Things_To_Do-Albufeira-BR-1.html   (957 words)

  
 Albufeira Villas
Perfect for those who need peace and quiet, but also ideal for those who do not want to be far from the action and nightlife Albufeira has to offer.This villa has all the facilities you will need for a wonderful holiday.
Restaurants and bars are within a few minutes walk and the main town of Albufeira is around 1.5 kms away reached by either local bus or taxi.
It is situated about 1500 metres from the centre of the old town of Albufeira and is in a quiet cul-de-sac of like villas.
www.euroholidayrentals.co.uk /albuferavillaspg1.html   (563 words)

  
 Cerro Novo - Property Sales, Maintenance and Rental Services - Albufeira- Algarve- Portugal
Our office in Portugal is located in Cerro Grande which is on the west side of Albufeira.
Cerro Grande is now the most established and sought after residential area in the central Algarve region, being very close to the centre of Albufeira, shops and beaches and overlooking the new marina site, which is now under construction.
It is also the centre point of the Algarve coast line and only 35 minutes to the airport of Faro, with excellent access to the Via do Infante motorway to Spain and the main road to Lisbon.
www.cerronovo.com   (168 words)

  
 realholidayguides.com Albufeira
At the height of the summer Albufeira's bright lights and nightlife attracts young singles.
Mature visitors and families who're looking for a quieter retreat should choose their base with care.
Albufeira has a vast selection of restaurants, and because local fishing is still preserved as a way of life, the day's catches come highly recommended.
www.realholidayguides.com /albu.htm   (369 words)

  
 Algarve Apartments Azul - holiday rental   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Clube Albufeira is located just a few minutes drive from the old town centre and its famous fishermans beach and numerous bars and restaurants.
Welcome to Algarve Apartments Azul, rental agency for Clube Albufeira, which is located approximately 2kms north of Albufeira on the Portuguese Algarve.
There is a regular courtesy bus service into Albufeira allowing easy access to the beaches and shops as well as Albufeira's bustling nightlife with its numerous bars and restaurants, but being far enough away that a peaceful and relaxing holiday can be enjoyed when needed
www.algarveapartmentsazul.co.uk   (236 words)

  
 Albufeira   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
One place that could also claim to be the home of tourism on the Algarve is Albufeira.
Albufeira began as a small fishing village huddled in a narrow valley.
The early growth of Albufeira was east along the coast to include the once separated
www.eamonn-apartment.supanet.com /alb.htm   (227 words)

  
 Holiday villas and self catering apartments on The Algarve in Portugal, Albufeira, Portimao, Burgau, Lagoa, Tavira
It is situated two kilometres from the old town of Albufeira and one kilometre from the new Marina with its restaurants and shopping facilities.
Villa Maressa is a luxurious villa in a superb location on the outskirts of Albufeira with fabulous views.
Albufeira old town is less than 1km away where you can find a wide range of shops, markets, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.
www.latelet.com /country/portugal/algarve-accommodation.html   (4259 words)

  
 Algarve Holiday Apartment, In Algarve, Albufeira Apartments at Club Albufeira   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
With the Algarve receiving more sun per year than any other part of mainland Europe, Albufeira is an ideal location for all types of visitors - those who like sunbathing at the beach, exploring Albufeira or engaging in one of the many activities available locally.
The lively fishing town of Albufeira could not be better located - it is placed perfectly, right in the middle within easy reach of Faro (airport) and the mountains of Monchique, the historic towns of Silves, Loule, and the rugged coastal area around Sagres, which signifies the end of mainland Europe.
Then there is the old town of Albufeira which still has that special charm - all of its own - with sleepy side streets and alleys that crisscross the town.
www.holidayeightyeight.com   (957 words)

  
 Albufeira Last Minute Hotels | Albufeira Hotel Reservations in Portugal
In famous resort of Albufeira, the hotel Boa Vista with 85 rooms and suites with jacuzzi, offers the charm of a 60s hotel with all the comforts of the 21st century.
Set in beautiful gardens and surrounded by pine trees, the Falésia Hotel is a modern hotel with bright, airy interiors and a friendly atmosphere.
Hotel Vila Galé Cerro Alagoa is just 7 km away from the Albufeira, 1 km from Salgados Golf Course, and only 200 m away from the lovely “Galé” beach.
www.travellerspoint.com /hotels-lm-city.cfm?City=Albufeira&Country=Portugal   (734 words)

  
 Albufeira Club Oceano
Albufeira Club Oceano offers you cheap car hire at Faro Airport on a wide range of quality budget and family vehicles, jeeps, minibuses and people carriers.
Albufeira Club Oceano has delivery services in: Faro airport; Vilamoura; Albufeira; Faro; Lagos; Carvoeiro; Sagres; Portimão; Praia da Rocha; Praia da Luz; Lisbon airport; Porto airport and throughout the Algarve.
Albufeira Club Oceano and Portugal Car Hire delivering cars at the main portuguese airports: Faro, Lisbon and Porto.
www.portugal-cars.com /algarve-car-hire/albufeira-club-oceano.html   (486 words)

  
 Albufeira Car Rental
Albufeira Car Rental offers you cheap car hire at Faro Airport on a wide range of quality budget and family vehicles, jeeps, minibuses and people carriers.
Albufeira Car Rental has delivery services in: Faro airport; Vilamoura; Albufeira; Faro; Lagos; Carvoeiro; Sagres; Portimão; Praia da Rocha; Praia da Luz; Lisbon airport; Porto airport and throughout the Algarve.
Albufeira Car Rental and Portugal Car Hire delivering cars at the main portuguese airports: Faro, Lisbon and Porto.
www.portugal-cars.com /algarve-car-hire/albufeira-car-rental.html   (486 words)

  
 Albufiera Real Estate - Serving the Algarve and Albufeira areas in Portugal - www.albufeirarealestate.com
Here you'll find a wide variety of helpful Algarve real estate information for both buyers and sellers, as well as a list of some of the properties listed for sale.
Calculate mortgage payments or find the maximum loan you can qualify for by using two easy to use calculators.
As long-time realtors, we at Albufeira Real Estate know first hand just about every property for sale in the area.
www.albufeirarealestate.com   (206 words)

  
 Holiday golf apartment in Albufeira region Algarve Portugal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
There is a regular free courtesy bus service into Albufeira Town which offers something for everyone-extensive shopping, bars, restaurants, a vibrant night life and plenty of amusement for children.
Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.
Accommodation and Facilities for the apartment in Albufeira region, Algarve, Portugal
www.holiday-rentals.com /Portugal/Algarve/holiday-golf-apartment-Albufeira-region/p13278.htm   (1498 words)

  
 Vacation rental Club Albufeira, Apartment Club Albufeira, Albufeira (Algarve) - Apartment Club Albufeira Holiday Resort
The apartment is located within a quiet area of the much sought after Club Albufeira, sleeps 6 and provides a quality holiday paradise for families wishing to be close to the many and varied attractions of Albufeira in the Algarve region of Portugal.
There is a regular free courtesy shuttle bus service (4 times daily) into Albufeira Town only 2km away from which two sandy and shelved beaches are easily accessed.The town itself offers something for everyone-extensive shopping, bars, restuarants, supermarket, a vibrant night life and plenty of amusement for children.
Club Albufeira is on your right before you get to the end of the road and the traffic lights.
www.vacation-apartments.com /3436.htm   (777 words)

  
 Albufeira Vacation Rentals - Portugal Apartment and Villa Accommodations
Albufeira Vacation Rentals - Portugal Apartment and Villa Accommodations
There is a bustling night life here, yet there is also historic relics nearby including ruined castles and museums.
Rent holiday lodgings directly from owners accommodations in Albufeira, Portugal.
www.ownerdirect.com /accommodations/albufeira.htm   (177 words)

  
 Lagosportugal.com / Lagos Portugal Network / Buy Albufeira Portugal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
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 Accommodation Albufeira, Portugal hotels. Albufeira hotel reservation desk
Online reservation service for all accommodation types in Albufeira: hotels, guest houses, townhouses, B and B's, conference centers, travel accommodation.
Click on the name (or picture) of a hotel in Albufeira to get more information about that accommodation.
Click on "Reservation service" next to a Albufeira hotel to check availability and rates for that accommodation.
hotel-reservation-desk.com /accommodation/Portugal/Albufeira.html   (278 words)

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