The Algarve is the southern most part of Portugal and a favourite holiday destination because of it wonderful climate, warm hospitality of the locals, fabulous beaches, quaint villages and lush green golf courses.

Flights to Portugal | Hotels in Algarve

Gale, Albufeira - long sandy beach- plenty of shops bars and restaurants - perfect choice for a relaxing holiday with local amenities close at hand

Vilamoura - fantastic range of sporty and leisure facilities - four championship golf courses - casino - beautiful gardens and beaches - watersports - huge marina

Castelo, Albufeira - west of Albufeira - sandy beach and choice of several shops and restaurants. Most villas are located within walking distance or a short drive from the local amenities.

Carvoeiro - pretty fishing village - golden beach - two excellent golf courses at the nearby upmarket Carvoeiro Clube

Vale de Parra, Albufeira - biggest and best loved resort in the Algarve - golden sands- lively night life - tempting restaurants and bars

Olhos d'Agua Popular little fishing village - picturesque sandy cove

Sao Rafael - relaxed laid back resort - ideal choice for a relaxing holiday- beautiful sandy beach - selection of bars and restaurants - the bustling resort of Albufeira is just a short drive away

Guia - lovely little village- 5Km to the west of Albufeira - good selection of shops, bars and restaurants -famed for its piri-piri chicken dishes - Zoomarine aqua park is just five minutes drive while Algarve Shopping a large commercial centre with fashion stores, a hypermarket and multi-screen cinema is also just a few minutes drive away

Praia da Luz For a low-key beach holiday without the razzmatazz of bigger resorts, this pretty village, with its whitewashed cottages leading down to the attractive beach, has a well-organised water sports school in summer and good cliff walks. There's a riding centre, too

Balaia Conveniently located between the lively resorts of Albufeira and Olhus d'Agua, this is a popular upmarket resort offering a lovely sandy beach and selection of bars and restaurants

Silves historical town is situated on the banks of the River Arde dominated by the ruins of an ancient castle

Estoi - unspoilt village with the most romantic, gently crumbling summer palace and gardens

Parque da Floresta - in the Western Algarve, Parque da Floresta Golf and Leisure Resort is a superb all-round holiday destination-challenging golf course - health and beauty spa - outdoor heated swimming pool - tennis-archery - bowls - Horse riding - mountain biking - Children are especially welcome-wide range of junior sports. In the evening, there is a range of on-site restaurants to choose from

Armacao de Pera - mix of modern resort and traditional fishing town

Bordeira a tiny rural hamlet with a few local shops and simple country restaurant offering traditional cuisine where discover the real Portugal

Quinto da Paraiso a Leisure Resort with day-time activities such as scuba diving, tennis and beach volleyball, while in the evening, entertainment ranges from dinner shows to live music

St Barbara De Nexe A village built on the site of a Bronze Age hill fort with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.

Albufeira -the biggest and best-loved resort in the Algarve. Golden sands and brightly coloured fishing boats; lively nightlife and a wide range of restaurants and bars

Coelha, Albufeira beautiful little beach nestled between the cliffs. The area offers a few local shops and restaurants while the bustling resort of Albufeira is a short drive away.

Boliqueime - typical Portuguese village dating back to the 12th century-set in a peaceful, countryside location and offers a small number of cafes. The coastal resorts of Vilamoura, Olhos d'Agua and Albufeira, are within easy reach. If you're looking for a quiet and relaxing holiday, Boliqueime offers this and more

Corotelo Tiny rural hamlets with a few local shops and simple country restaurants where you feel you've discovered the real Portugal

Boavista Golf Resort offers a challenging golf course, set amongst stunning scenery with fabulous views of the coast. A selection of apartments and villas can be found bordering the fairways providing idyllic accommodation for the golfing enthusiast

Algoz village lies inland within the locality of Silves

Benfarras peaceful countryside location and offers the ideal retreat for a relaxing holiday

Sao Bras Located in the hills north of Faro

Almancil Surrounded by tranquil pine forests Almancil is a surprisingly bustling town offering a fine selection of shops and restaurants. Close to Vale De Lobo and Quinta Da Lago, these exclusive holiday resorts offer glorious sandy beaches as well as championship golf courses and other sporting activities

Caramujeira Situated along the coast of Carvoeiro is the beautiful countryside resort of Caramujeira. Still close enough to Carvoeiro to enjoy all its amenities but far enough away to enjoy the peace and tranquillity this unspoilt resort has to offer. The nearby beaches of Benigil and Praia Da Marinha are also a delight to discover.

Loule bustling town with its Moorish-style covered market place

Alvor a quiet coastal resort with an extensive sandy beach, popular amongst families

Cerro D'Aguia, Albufeira - the biggest and best loved resort in the Algarve with golden sands, brightly coloured fishing boats, lively night life and tempting restaurants and bars

Clube Atlantico, Carvoeiro - pretty fishing village - golden beach sheltered by yellow-ochre cliffs -family-friendly resort with two excellent golf courses at the nearby upmarket Carvoeiro Clube

Coelha, Albufeira villas | Parque de Floresta villas

Quinta do Paraiso, Carvoeiro villas | Silves villas

Vale de Garrao villas | Alcantarilha villa

Benfarras villa | Bensafrim, Lagos villa

Monte Carvoeiro, Carvoeiro villa

Porches villa | Quinta do Lago villa

Sao Joao, Albufeira villa

Semino, Vilamoura villa

St. Barbara De Nexe villa