Travel:
Villa is approx 40 mins drive from Faro Airport. Taxis are available at the airport. Details of local firms who will do airport transfers are available. Car hire is not essential, but would give you more freedom to visit nearby beaches and towns.
There is a mini bus which runs from Rocha Brava reception twice per day into Carvoeiro. There is a reasonable local bus service, and tours can be booked via reception
Local Attractions:
There are two nearby water parks, and Zoomarine, which is a great family day out.
Nearby towns of Lagos and Portimao are a short car journey away,
Algarve Shopping approx 20 mins drive away has a multiplex cinema and bowling alley.
The Monchique mountains and the historical town of Silves are only a short drive away.
Golf:
Golf: There are two 18 hole Golf Courses nearby Vale de Pinta & Gramacho 5 kms away, Nr Carvoeiro.
Vale De Milho, a nine hole Par 3 course is less than 500mtres away.
Championship courses are available at Penina (25 minutes drive), Palmares (35 mins drive) and numerous courses within the Vilamoura area approximately 40 mins away.
Other Activities:
Tennis available at the resort, professional coach on site.