Vilamoura

Vilamoura is one of the longest established resorts on the coast. Situated about 25kms from Faro Airport, it has a smart marina, filled with boats and ocean-going yachts as its centrepiece. Around the marina are parades of shops, restaurants, cafés and bars overlooking the waterfront which has cocktail bars, Chinese food, pizzas, pancakes, burgers - there is even a Polynesian restaurant! During the summer, the marina has a vibrant atmosphere and this is very much the place to see and be seen. Talented artists will paint a good likeness for just a few euros, or you may prefer to stroll past the many opulent yachts. Beside the marina, there is a long, sandy beach. If you feel adventurous, there are boats to take you big game fishing or you can hire one for a leisurely trip along the coast for sunbathing and a picnic. Vilamoura is perhaps best known for its top quality golf courses and with another at the nearby Vila Sol resort there are six within a very small radius. There is also horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, tennis, fishing, scuba diving and water skiing. Browns Health Club has aerobics, tennis, squash, a sauna, swimming pool and snack bar - temporary membership can be arranged locally. Vilamoura also has a casino, with nightly shows, and a cinema.

Resort guides

• Albufeira, Praia d'Oura, Olhos d'Água, Santa Eulália & Branqueira
• Aroeira
• Ferragudo & Portimão
• Lagos & Funchal Ridge
• Loulé, São Brás, Boliqueime & Salir
• Praia da Luz
• Praia del Rey
• Praia do Carvoeiro, Lagoa & Porches
• Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo & Dunas Douradas
• Quinta do Peru, Azeitão
• Serra da Arrábida
• Sesimbra
• Silves & Paderne
• Vale de Parra, Cerro d'Águia, Quinta da Saudade & Guia
• Vilamoura

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