The turbulent sea in Algarve

What could be nicer than a little boat trip along the rugged coastline of the Algarve? At least that’s what we thought. A quiet day, little wind, we would leave for the whole day, with barbecued sardines on the beach for lunch. How’s that for romance? But after a while on the sea, we had another feeling. The sea along the Algarve is very rough. People who are prone to seasickness should really avoid it, even if you follow the coastline. Because it’s the place where the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea flow into each other, there are a lot of waves, even when the weather is calm. We really didn’t enjoy the experience.

Posted: Dimitri Demunter, 12/07/2007 14:14:32

There is nothing to see in Algarve

It is very clear that an earthquake took place here and devastated everything. A few churches, several pretty villages and lots of sardines. It was a real disappointment. Next time, we’ll go to the Costa Estoril, there is a lot to see there: Sintra, Lisbon and not so far away, many monumental edifices. Algarve is only for sun freaks and golfers!

Posted: Peel A, 13/06/2007 15:28:43

Make a day trip to Lisbon

There is a new toll motorway that’s been built between Faro (Albufeira) and Lisbon, approximately 250 km. With a rental car, which are rather cheap in Algarve, you can leave early in the morning and come back only at night. This actually leaves the opportunity for you to see all main sights in Lisbon. It’s quite a small city where everything lies within walking distance. Only the Oceanario is located outside of the city, on the site of the Expo ’98.

Posted: Sven Glennaert, 17/05/2007 16:28:56