Thomsons Holidays - Albufeira - Portugal

Portugal, Algarve, Albufeira Albufeira is about 40km west of Faro on Portugal's south coast. It reclines between low-lying hills and seven beautiful beaches and is one of Portugal’s most popular resorts, patronised by tourists of all ages and nationalities. Albufeira was a flourishing seaport for centuries, until earthquakes diminished it to a quiet fishing village in the 1960s. Since then it has slowly developed into a superbly-facilitated tourist resort without losing its traditional, Portuguese charm.

There are seven beaches in Albufeira and its environs. The finest beaches, Albufeira and nearby Praia d’Oura, are wide, long sweeps of golden sand with rocks in places. The latter is sheltered by ochre cliffs, with even quieter bays and beaches to the east. Watersports are widely available.

There are plenty of bars in which to wile away the night. These range from more traditional bars in the old town to British-owned pub-style establishments in the newer area. There are also a number of discos.

Ramble through cobbled streets and rows of white-washed houses towards the attractive main square. There are several cafés and restaurants here with outdoor seating available for a spot of al fresco dining - nothing is more relaxing than supping on a glass of cold, Portuguese wine while watching the world wander by.

At Thomson you can book your Summer Sun holidays and Thomson Winter Sun holidays to Albufeira - Portugal online and save up to £150 per couple.

Thomson direct holidays are many people's number one choice for the perfect holiday in the sun and it is easy to see why.

It is the most punctual charter airline and the most holiday reps in resort, you are sure to have the holiday in Albufeira - Portugal that is perfect for you.

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