Long Stay Holidays in Algarve

Often a cheaper option than staying at home and braving the winter weather, a long stay holiday in Algarve can be just the thing for those lucky enough to have time on their hands, and who can head south for a few weeks or even months. Bustling and lively during the summer months, the Algarve shows a different side during the low season, and offers a quiet and peaceful retreat during the grey cold British winters, with a gorgeous warm climate and, of course, those legendary golf courses that the region is so famous for.

 

Long stay holidays in Algarve can prove to be a healthy way to spend the winter months, with plenty of sunshine and a relaxing laid-back lifestyle, doing as much or as little as you like. For guests both young and old, long stay holidays in Algarve feature lively resort centres and quiet hidden spots, and cater to varied types of holiday-maker all year round. From the original fishing villages that line the coast to highly-developed resorts with extensive tourist facilities, long stay holidays in Algarve offer the chance to experience 300 days of sunshine and enjoy the scenic coastline, tour charming town centres, linger in waterfront cafes and bars and enjoy a host of entertainment options. The region shows a distinctly different side during the quieter low-season, with long stay holidays in Algarve in the winter featuring a low-key atmosphere in most resorts, often with a sleepy pace. Long stay holidays in Algarve include hotels, apartments and villas in resorts such as Praia da Rocha, Lagos, Albufeira, Olhos d'Agua and Vilamoura, and allow guests to enjoy the beauty of beaches such as Praia da Falesia and Acoteias, as well as tour the charming and historic mountain towns such as Estoi, Tavira and Porches.  

 

Portugal can offer great value for money, with a long stay holiday in Algarve featuring a lower cost of living than the UK, with cheaper food and drink, and many hotels available on a half-board, full-board or even all-inclusive basis. All this can mean an extremely economical way to enjoy an extended break, and also offers the chance to participate in the many activities and organised events available, such as dance-lessons and art classes, and make new friends trying a new hobby and pastime. Golfing is extremely popular on a long stay holiday in Algarve, with the quieter low-season a fantastic time to snap a tee-time at one of the more popular championship courses in the area, without the crowds.