Algarve
The Algarve, located in southern Portugal, is renowned for its stunning coastline, golden beaches, and dramatic cliffs. A popular tourist destination, the region offers a mix of lively resort towns, traditional fishing villages, and hidden coves. Known for its Mediterranean climate, Algarve boasts warm, sunny weather almost year-round, making it perfect for outdoor activities like golf, surfing, and hiking. Its rich history, reflected in Moorish architecture and ancient fortresses, adds a cultural dimension to its natural beauty, while fresh seafood and local cuisine delight visitors. The Algarve is a vibrant blend of sun, sea, and history.
Palácio de Estoi
The Estoi Palace, also known as Casa de Estoi, Quinta de Estoi and Quinta do Carvalhal, and originally as Jardim de Estoy, is a historic building and currently a hotel unit, located near the town of Estoi, in the municipality of Faro, in the Algarve region of Portugal. It is considered as one of the main monuments of the Algarve, due to its richness, both architectural and decorative, combining elements of Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassical and Romantic styles.
The palace opened its doors the first time in May 1909. Today, it belongs to the Pestana Group and is a hotel. We only visited the Palácio with its gardens and the small museum. But it could be worth staying there too. Estoi is a cute and authentic town from Algarve but rather sleepy and quiet. The Pousada is situated beautifully and offers tranqulity. From there you can easily visit the east and west coast.
Winter in East of Algarve
We love spending the festive season in Algarve (where my parents live) and in Alentejo. This time of the year, the weather is just amazing in Southern Portugal – lots of sun rays will warm your soul. Here’s an overview of our adventure an our tips for Algarve. The ones for Alentejo you can find here.
Algarve Food Experience
I love to share with you projects that share the same vision as we do about toursim and what really means “sustainable”. Therefore, I’m very happy to present to you our newest find from Algarve: Algarve Food Experience. The company focuses on local gastronomy and traditions. Algarve Food Expereinces invites you on an inspirational journey through true flavors and traditions from Algarve.
Monterosa – Olive Oil
Monterosa are artisan producers of olive oil in the Eastern Algarve. It all began in 1969 when Detlev von Rosen moved from Sweden to Portugal in order to produce Iceberg Salad, Tomatoes and Dill during the winter months for the northern European markets. The production of olive oil came by chance. The olive tree, which needs little irrigation, substituted an orange grove, as a consequence of several dry years. In 2000 Monterosa challenged themselves, to produce a premium olive oil in Algarve.