Coast/Beach:
A short walk to ‘Praia do Alvor’ will take you to one of the nicest beaches in the Algarve there are sand dunes ending to the famous Algarve Cliffs. Acres of wide open sand, popular among windsurfers it offers enough space for football, Frisbee, walking and talking. Sun loungers can be rented daily. There are several beach restaurants that offer traditional grilled fish, piri-piri chicken and other delicious plates.
Travel:
Faro airport is approximately 40 minutes by car. Car hire is not essential, although if you wish to go further afield and explore what the region has to offer, then there are plenty of car hire companies to choose from at Faro airport or in Alvor itself. If you decide not to hire a car we can recommend a transfer service to and from the airport offering very competitive rates.
Distances:
Alvor, 15 mins walk or 4 euros by taxi (£3).
Praia da Rocha, 6 euros by taxi (£4.50).
Zoo Marine, 20km.
Slide and Splash water park, 15km.
Golf:
The Algarve is a golfer's dream. The apartment is ideally situated to the Alto Golf and Country Club, just 5 minutes walk from the doorstep, and was the last course to be designed by Sir Henry Cotton. It boasts the longest hole is Europe, the 15th at 660 yards. The Penina Championship course also designed by Sir Henry Cotton is only a 5 min drive away. Other courses nearby are: Quinta do Morgardo, Pestana Golf Resort, Palmares, Boavista Golf, Pinta and Gramacho. All of which are less than 20 mins drive away.