Got that holiday checklist handy? Lazy beach days, old town character, fab little shops, brilliant bars and nightlife with a bit (OK, quite a bit) of oomph…
If these are the things that help get your holiday glee on, Albufeira in the heart of the Algarve is for you. Growing over the years from a tiny fishing village into a welcoming holiday resort, the town has retained its Portuguese personality and now offers all the facilities you’d expect plus beautiful beaches, a picturesque marina and an abundance of quirky boutiques selling leather goods, pottery and jewellery.
So, now Albufeira has ticked all your boxes, it’s time to write that other holiday list: passport, wallet, sun cream…