Long Stay Holidays in Portugal

Although annual summer trips have always been popular with British visitors, long stay holidays in Portugal are becoming an attractive proposition for travellers of all ages who are lucky enough to have the flexibility to spend more than one or two weeks away. Generally offering fantastic value for money, long stay holidays in Portugal feature a range of accommodation options in varied resorts, accompanied by a wonderfully warm climate with lots of winter sunshine. Long stay holidays in Portugal allow visitors to truly soak up the culture and experience the real character of the country - whilst maybe learning a little of the language, discovering the history and experimenting with the traditional food and wine of the region.

 

Whether it's to escape the chilly weather and bask leisurely in the warm temperatures, or enjoy an energetic round of golf each day in the pleasant winter sunshine, a long stay holiday in Portugal can feature as much or as little activity as you like. Most long stay holidays in Portugal focus on the many resorts along the Algarve, the country's major tourist destination on the south coast, and are offered mainly in developed resorts that cater to the tourist industry during the busy summer months, such as Albufeira, Praia da Rocha and Vilamoura. During the slower winter season, the most popular time for a long stay holiday in Portugal, these resorts show a more relaxed and peaceful side, with a much quieter atmosphere, and attract a more mature clientele. Long stay holidays in Portugal also feature historic towns such as Lagos and Tavira, full of charm and character, and give visitors the chance to tour the area and visit other resorts and villages in the region, including Portimao, the beautiful countryside of Vale de Parra, and the pottery town of Porches.   

 

Self-catering studios and apartments allow visitors the chance to enjoy the flexibility of cooking their own meals on a long stay holiday in Portugal, whilst the numerous well-placed hotels offer great deals on half or full-board, and even an all-inclusive basis. There's always the option of plenty of organised events and activities on a long stay holiday in Portugal, including everything from bowling and tea-dances, to language classes and dance lessons, as well as the chance to make new friends on the golf course, or just sit back and relax and enjoy the company of the many other guests.