Apartments and Villas Central Algarve

Central Algarve in Portugal is a favorite vacation destination because of its lovely sandy beaches and sunshine year-round. There are scenic cliffs and secluded coves to explore, and the ocean air is fresh and clean. If you travel further inland, you'll see quaint little villages that are untouched by the constant presence of tourists. The presence of influence from the Moors is very evident in the architectural facets of the area. You will enjoy walking through well-kept groves of blossoming almond and orange trees.

The area of Central Algarve has mild weather year-round, so it's an excellent place to find sporting opportunities, including horseback riding, tennis, golf and water sports, in particular there are some great apartments in Quinta do Lago to rent direct. The area also has quite the cosmopolitan nightlife, with many clubs and bars, and it also boasts restaurants on the water that serve fresh fish, along with cataplana, which is a local specialty of shellfish.

The bustling market town of Albufeira was a Moorish port of trade in its day, and now is a well-established resort area. There are plenty of lovely beaches, and a smaller museum that holds treasures of the 15th and 17th century in the form of Ming Dynasty ceramics. A local art gallery has regularly-scheduled exhibitions, and the town also now has a busy night life, with many clubs, bars and restaurants that are open into the wee hours of the morning. Find apartments and villa holidays in Albufeira and rent direct with the owner for the best affordable and yet luxurious accommodations available throughout the Portuguese Algarve.

Algarve's capital, Faro, like most other towns, was heavily damaged by an earthquake in 1755. Still, a part of the older town with a medieval wall did survive. The most intriguing buildings to visit include the Se Cathedral, which was rebuilt after the earthquake, as well as the bone chapel at Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church, and the historic Sao Francisco Church. The Roman Milreu ruins are close by, and Faro is also home to a nature reserve, which is a stop-over for many migratory birds. The International Airport has modern facilities, and it is located just west of Faro.