Summer comes and you always poses the dilemma: where to go with children? Family travel is not always easy, but the Princess Letizia has given us the clue and chose the south of Portugal, so it will be a matter of following in his footsteps and start enjoying the Algarve, his good time, its quiet beaches, wide range of family activities, delicious cuisine and an infrastructure designed for parents and children. Pack your bags because you unveil the keys to this destination:
Much, much sun. Southern Portugal enjoys a privileged climate, with an annual average of 3,000 hours of sunshine. His usual blue sky, its sunny weather and pleasant temperatures are encouraged to enjoy long days outdoors.
Flag beaches. Algarve focuses on its 200 miles of coast a total of 69 Blue Flag beaches (68 coastal and 1 inland), and four turtles. This is the Portuguese region with the highest number of Blue Flag beaches, a flag that guarantees the quality of its waters and the excellent infrastructure, facilities and services in the sand.
Active children. There are activities for everyone, but among the essential:
-Visit the Zoomarine oceanographic park, where dolphins, seals, turtles, exotic and aquatic birds, crocodiles, tropical fish and even sharks invite little ones to discover the secrets of the sea.
-Enjoy a day at sea. What better plan for a summer day exploring the coast, visiting the caves, diving at sea or reach some of the most beautiful beaches in the region, only accessible by boat.
Travelling by jeep through the interior of the Sierra de Monchique. It's a fun way to get in touch with nature and discover the other Algarve, Algarve green, with people with a rich natural and cultural heritage and villages where ancient traditions are still alive. A must climb the nearly thousand-meter Pico da Fóia reached the highest point of the Algarve, the perfect place to capture a snapshot of the entire region and appreciate the contrasts of its landscape.
Real live pirate stories. Every corner of the Algarve lies a fascinating story or legend, that will dazzle children and adults alike. A classic is to achieve "World's End" at the Cape of San Vicente, but what about the exciting stories of pirates who lived in Lagos? The city was attacked by Francis Drake, one of the most famous English pirates. You'll find several theme restaurants where you can enjoy a meal pirate.
-Tours cycling in the Algarve Ecovías. Ride the bike and discover "new worlds" through Ecovías Algarve is a good plan to spend a family day, with two possible routes: the Coast, finding the passage beautiful beaches and charming fishing villages, and the Vincentian to Sagres, through the heart of the region. An inlet on the road will be the perfect place to enjoy a tasty picnic.
TastefullyFood is one of the great pleasures of the Algarve, because the dyes are attached here with the contributions Mediterranean legacy of Arabia. Variety is one of the strengths of the recipe, although, being land of fishermen, fish dishes and seafood are the stars of the menu, any fan of the meat dishes are also delicious to taste, imported from the interior, with pork as a protagonist. For lovers of rice, the rice with seafood safety pin. And do not miss the sweet potato is cooked or as an ingredient in cakes, puddings, cakes or bread.
Hotels for the whole familyAlgarve has a wide selection of family hotels, infrastructure and services specially designed for the enjoyment of parents and children. The kid zones are a perfect way to make friends during the holidays and enjoy multiple games, while providing quiet time for parents. Thinking of these, many hotels have launched special offers for this summer:
Le Meridien Penina Golf & Resort in Portimão, offers its Family Summer package: 1 night stay at a bed and breakfast, with free accommodation for children under 12 (sharing room, maximum 1 child per room); 1 dinner buffet, complimentary dinner for children under 12 years (Penguin menu, valid up to two children), free shuttle to beach club and free use of the Beach Club and all its facilities (sunbeds, umbrellas, towels), free entry Penguin Club for children between 3 and 12. Price per room per night: from 170 € the double room (minimum stay of 2 nights).
Martinhal Beach & Resort in Sagres, launching a special promotion for a family vacation with grandparents, for they offer 30% off your hotel room, as long as the rest of the family staying in one of the Village Houses with 2 or 3 bedrooms. And for the grandparents, the stay is free! (For a minimum stay of 2 nights, 7 nights in July and August).
CS São Rafael Suite Hotel in Albufeira, offers a special summer program for families, for bookings made before 30 June: 30% discount on accommodation during the month of June, half board free family room and suites Deluxe during the month of July, and 2 children or 2 teenagers in suite family room free during the month of August. In addition, the hotel has a kids club, free shuttle to the beach and Albufeira center and free access to relaxation center, putting green, tennis courts and soccer fields.
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