Portugal, Algarve, Armacao De Pera Armacao de Pera is situated on the south coast of Portugal, near the busier resorts of Albufeira and Portimao. The resort name is derived from its days as a commercial fishing village - 'armacao' means tuna net, and 'Pera' was the name of a nearby village - the fishing net of Pera. Today, the charms from those centuries can still be found. A wander through the older parts of town will take you down narrow streets past quaint fishing cottages. Other parts of the resort are developing quickly and offer restaurants, bars and even a disco or two.

Armacao de Pera boasts one of the longest stretches of beach in Portugal. It's wide, sandy and beautiful with ample general facilities. Families will find enjoyment in the watersports on offer, the shopping centres and the nearby waterpark. Couples can relax in the romantic atmosphere of the old town and the beauty of the beach. The nightlife in Armacao de Pera is plentiful and varied, and if you like fresh fish, the restaurants won't disappoint.

At Thomson you can book your Summer Sun holidays and Thomson Winter Sun holidays to Armacao de Pera - 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 one of the most punctual airlines and has the most holiday representatives in the resorts. Their apartments, villas and hotels are checked regularly to ensure they comply with Thomsons high standards. Thomson also rely on the questionnaires filled in by holidaymakers who score their accommodation, location and food quality. You will find the holiday satisfaction scores in the Thomson brochures. With these ongoing quality controls, you are sure to have the holiday in Armacao de Pera - Portugal that is perfect for you.