LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS.:
For the more adventurous, the 'not to be missed 'jeep safaris' can be arranged at reception. For the whole family, Zoomarine, Slide and Splash, Krazyworld, Aqualand, Aquashow are all within a short drive away. There is karting at Almancil. Sea angling trips and boat trips can also be arranged along the coast which depart from Portimao and Vilamoura. Nearby shopping centres in the town centre are Modelo and Pingo Doce. Algarve Shopping Centre is the largest shopping centre in the area with 130 stores, 45 fashion stores, a hypermarket (Continente), 9 cinemas, 12 bowling lanes and free parking. There are also markets in all of the Algarve towns. There are many walking areas in the Algarve at Ria Formosa, Quinta do Lago, Tavira (forest), Monchique, Burgau (coastal), Silves, Sapal Reserve Nature Trail, Alte (summit), Esteveira (dunes), Penina (hills)and Benagil-Senhora (clifftop).
GOLF INFORMATION;:
Portugal's variety of landscape is surprising and captivating with sunshine year-round and bordered by clean blue ocean from South to north. The Algarve in particular is a Golfer's paradise where the courses can be played almost every day of the year. The course also have good services and facilities. There are three courses within 10 minutes drive of Parque da Corcovada. These are Salgados, the Sheraton Pine Cliffs and the 9 hole Balaia course. Salgados has links style golf and is built on flat lands just behind the sandy beach at Gale. The course has become a haven for a variety of migratory birds. Great use is made of the water for hazards and the course has a sunny Florida feel about it. There is a driving range, putting and chipping greens with a practice bunker. Clubs can be hired. There are also trolleys, buggies and locker room facilities. Light snacks and meals are available at the beach bar. Balaia is an attractive 9 hole par-3 course.
Golf Trips:
Special rental rates for September, October/November for Golfing Parties. Transfers can be arranged to all courses. My two apartments can sleep 4 to 6 people in each and are directly opposite each other. All nighttime entertainment is within a five minute walk.
