Tag Archives: Algarve

Exploring the West Coast Beaches of the Algarve

Posted on July 2, 2016 by

We have a secret to share with you! When it all gets too hot and too much in the Algarve .. we sneak off in the car with a picnic and our cameras and we head west. The beaches on … Continue reading →

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Armação de Pêra Carnival hits town

Posted on February 7, 2016 by

Today was the turn of Armação de Pêra to host the first of its two Carnaval parades – and naturally we were there to capture the event for you .. and catch up with some friendly parrots along the way … … Continue reading →

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Loulé Carnival in pictures 2016

Posted on February 7, 2016 by

Welcome to our post for Loulé Carnival 2016, a vibrant and noisy event full of fun and safe for all the family. The carnival is one of the oldest annual events here on the Algarve having run for over 100 continuous … Continue reading →

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Travels with an African Husky

Posted on December 10, 2015 by

It’s not often that we find a book here on the blog that we want to review – but this one landed in our inbox and we were intrigued: “Travels with an African Husky by John Martin Bradley is about … Continue reading →

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Coworking in the Algarve

Posted on November 25, 2015 by

CoworkAlgarve is the name of an ambitious new project launched by local resident Sarah Young which is designed to give people a chance to work with others “in one of the most beautiful places in Europe” : the picturesque fishing village of … Continue reading →

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The 10th International Algarve Fair comes to town

Posted on June 6, 2015 by

This year sees the 10th International Algarve Fair to be staged at the Fatacil ground in Lagoa, and it is on this weekend – the 6th and 7th June from 11am – 7pm. Tickets cost only 3.50e for adults and … Continue reading →

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Odeceixe Delight

Posted on May 22, 2015 by

We are continuing with our theme of sharing some real gems and hidden places with you. This is one of our favourite places to go and hide when the Algarve gets really busy, or the sun gets too hot for … Continue reading →

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