The Algarve region of Southern Portugal has grown to become one of Europe's favourite holiday destinations, thanks to the Algarve's hospitable people, year-round Algarve sunshine and 155 km of coastline, dotted with hundreds of superb golden sandy beaches.

The Algarve first became a popular holiday destination in the 1960s and now offers holidays for every taste.

With a Moorish influence, the Algarve is steeped in history and tradition, and its gastronomical delights, especially seafood, are not to be missed. The Algarve benefits from more than 300 sun-filled days per year, making it the perfect holiday destination all year round , whether you prefer a relaxing beach holiday, a cultural experience or a golf holiday, Algarve holidays have something for everyone.

The unspoilt Western Algarve boasts some of the best beaches in Portugal. There are many beach activities on offer, such as diving, fishing, windsurfing, jetskis and kite surfing. Close to Santo António Villas, Golf and Spa are some of the larger beaches in the Western Algarve, Meia Praia in Lagos, Luz and Praia da Salema.

The Algarve is a must for golf fanatics, with a large selection of some of Europe's most challenging golf courses, such as Santo António. There are always many golf break packages on offer, although spring and autumn tend to be the favourite time for golfers to go to the Algarve due to the heat of the summer months.