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The Eastern Algarve runs from Faro to the Spanish Border, and where we focus our explorations. (The Central and Western Algarve are west of Faro, and pretty well documented; from bucket-and-spade package holidays, to wealthy manicured golfy zones, to the more rugged, surfy west coast.) But it's the less explored Eastern side that has grabbed our attention and...

The Casa sits up a dusty track, about 400 metres from the EN125 (which is the main artery running throughout the length of the Algarve, parallel with the sea). Up this dusty track are about 15 houses, mostly inhabited all year round by Portuguese pensioners, with a few holiday homes amongst them. We are on good waving...

Firstly, Fazenda Nova. This fabulous rural hotel plays a major part in our Portuguese adventure. We stayed here in June 2013, and it was fabulous! It’s a special place, and we really just wanted to say thanks to Tim, Hallie & the team for the inspiration, warm welcomes, and invaluable advice. Read more