The most common thing pulling visitors to Faro is sun. Faro sees consistent average temperatures in the mid-teens and above for six months of the year, making it a premier holiday destination for those seeking a warm climate. The Algarve boasts over 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, making its beaches an attractive prospect. 

The very centre of Faro itself is small but is rich with classy restaurants and bars which overlook the plethora of yachts and motor boats in the harbour. From here you can move on to the beautiful walled Old Town of Faro. The Old Town is truly Portuguese and thoroughly traditional and here you will find quaint cobbled streets, Roman Catholic churches and the natural charm of a small town or village. It is within these streets that you will discover the authentic feeling of Portugal. 

For lovers of seafood, all of Portugal is a delight. You are never far from the sea here and certainly not in Faro. You can be sure to receive fresh fish and shellfish of outstandingly high quality and can expect everything from fish stews to simple, grilled white fish. The food in Portugal is an integral part of the culture and you mustn’t give up the opportunity to sample local dishes during your stay. 

The Portuguese are very welcoming people. As Portuguese is less widely spoken than French, Spanish or German, you will come across a greater number of English speakers than you might in other European holiday destinations. While much of Spain’s coast has been over-run by tourism, Portugal is a less common choice, which means the locals will be glad to welcome you. Tourism is encouraged in the Algarve and you will find all of your needs are catered for so that you can spend more time relaxing in the sun. 

Flights to Faro are surprisingly cheap and short. What’s more, Portugal is the only country in mainland Europe who shares the UK’s time-zone. This means that you will arrive in Portugal an hour earlier than you would in Spain or France – precious time which you should be spending enjoying the sun.