What a place! Take a holiday rental in Silves

Do you like castles? Then you must go to Silves. Better still, take a holiday rental in Silves and explore a wealth of moorish and roman remains.

Not your thing? Why not hire a bicycle and explore the beautiful orange groves in the foothills or the rugged beauty of the mountains themselves, covered in gorse and rosemary, reminiscent of the "garrigue" of southern France. Silves has so much to offer and you can still go to the beach if you want to. Be sure to read the full article on Holiday rentals in Silves.

Monchique holiday rentals prove you don't HAVE to be beside the sea!

Monchique municipality is one of the most beautiful in the Algarve and many people are discovering the delights of taking a holiday rental within reach of the sea but away from the busy resorts. It all depends what you want from your holiday. Find out more by reading the full article on holiday rentals in Monchique.

Holiday rentals in Olhao - a traditional fishing port

Although tourism is the most important income earner for the coastal towns of the Algarve, Olhao is one which has retained its former importance as a fishing port.

Holiday rentals in Olhao will give a taste of real Portugese life as well as all the amenities you could want. My full article on Olhao holiday rentals will give you all the details.

Charming holiday rentals in Loulé discovered

Loulé is not just another southern portugese municipality. Yes it has beaches, yes it has golf courses and very fine ones too. What many people do not see is the charming "real" Portugal which can be found simply by leaving the seaside for a day and travelling inland for half an hour or so. You will find whitewashed villages, orange groves and local markets. If you want sun, sea, golf and a lot more, book a holiday rental in Loulé but first read the full article on Loulé holiday rentals.

The ultimate - holiday rentals in Lagoa

I think I have just found the jewel in the crown of the Algarve. Holiday rentals in Lagoa seem to offer the complete package - beaches, golf, nightlife and restaurants. This municipality has not been spoiled and you can still find traditional fishing villages where the locals do just that - fish. Before you book your holiday rental in Algarve look at the full article on holiday rentals in Lagoa.

Faro holiday rentals for bird-lovers

Whilst researching holiday rentals in Faro municipality, I came across an amazing place located between the town of Faro and the sea.

The Parque Natural de Ria Formosa is a system of sand dunes and waterways, open to the sea, where numerous sea birds find sheltered nesting sites.

On the outer dunes are some wonderful beaches which can only be accessed by boat. Read more about holiday rentals in Faro in my main article.

A real find- holiday rentals in Castro Marim

I have just discovered the municipality of Castro Marim in the Algarve, which proves the Algarve is not just discos, beaches and golf. Castro Marim is a real jewel and wherever your holiday rental is located you can enjoy, wildlife, culture, cuisine, golf and beaches.

Read the full article on holiday rentals in Castro Marim to find out more.

Rent a villa in Aljezur to enjoy both golf and surfing

My latest discovery in Portugal is the Algarve municipality of Aljezur. Situated on the western coast of the Algarve, holiday rentals in Aljezur are close to some of the finest surfing beaches and golf courses in Portugal. Read my main article on Holiday Rentals in Aljezur to find out more about this up and coming area.

Calling all food lovers - take a holiday rental in Lagos

I have just been researching the area around Lagos and I have found that its a paradise for lovers of traditional cuisine. Amongst the pizza parlours and "chicken and chips" you will find delightful restaurants serving traditional local dishes using local ingredients - usually fish. To find out more about the delights of taking a holiday rental in Lagos, read the full article

And now for something completely different.....Holiday rentals in Alcoutim

Following my article on holiday rentals in Albufeira, I now have something completely different to share with you.

Still in the Algarve but much more tranquil than the bustling coastal resorts - how about a holiday rental in Alcoutim?

Near the Spanish border, tiny hamlets of white houses, Don Quixote windmills..... Its as delightful as it sounds so why not read the full article "Holiday rentals in Alcoutim"?