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One of the main problems of Algarve is that the most of the restaurants and bars are to tourists. I like to visit small places, visited by the local too. You can try to drink a beer or a coffee in the afternoon in one of the small coffee shops near the road that connect Almancil to Quarteira. They are frequented just by locals, and could be funny to experience the local culture. For example, try "Café Palma" in Escanxinas, at left in the road when you go from Almancil to Quarteira. After a Indian restaurant and before a Brazilian. They don’t speak English, but will understand you
Written Jul 28, 2008
Address: Escanchinas
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This is a man made lake that irrigates the golf courses nearby and gardens I suppose. Two by-products - wildlife have become more abundant nearby thanks to a supply of fresh water and a venue for pedal boats, sailing and wind surfing. Plenty of space, get out and hire one of these things. Restaurant at the edge very expensive, that exclusivity again. The photo shows the small man made beach which you can sit on whilst watching others in or on the lake. Plenty of parking if needed. No charge for parasol.
Updated Aug 31, 2006
Address: Quinta do Lago
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Self catering appartments need provisions. The Quinta do LAgo shopping experience has a number of restaurants and a few clothing shops and touristy shops of tat. Supermarket opens 8am to 7pm. Note it gets very busy of an evening. Nest nearest shops in Almancil.
Written Aug 31, 2006
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This was really breathtaking inside. The church of St Lawrence is decorated with painted tiles. Each scene depicts different parts of St Lawrence's life who gave away the money of the church to the poor and was tortured and burnt alive as a punishment - nice. Thanks Larry, as the artwork is quite magnificent. Reports I have read differ as to whether the tiles were painted once fixed or painted elsewhere and brought to the church. That would be some jigsaw puzzle. The altar is guilded in spectacular and intricate detail. Go and see it. It is only small and worth a detour if you are in the area. Will take a maximum of 30 minutes inside. Entrance 2 Euros, extra euro for a guide leaflet. No food or drink nor photos allowed inside.
Written Aug 31, 2006
Address: Almancil
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Worth checking out even if you are not staying at Quinta do Lago is the beach. Park up and and walk across the bridge to a beautiful beach of golden sand and far from busy at any time of day. Water sports, beach cafes and ice creams/water are available.
The parasols are expensive here - the exclusivity of the place and all that - 22 Euros per day for one parasol and two sun beds.
Written Aug 31, 2006
Address: Close to the exclusive Quinta do Lago Hotel
a beautiful church
Written Aug 31, 2011
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A couple of signposted nature trails through the salt marshes. Popoular with bird watchers and joggers early morning, makes a welcome change from beach or pool. passes a few ancient salt pans.
Updated Aug 31, 2006
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