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Stories from this city location. Explore published field notes, guided trips, and local perspectives.
The collection
01Praia de Santa Eulália folds beach calm and coastal drama into one accessible stop on the Algarve. From cliff-top walkways to sunset cruises and tuk-tuk tours, here’s how to make the most of this stretch of golden sand.
02A coastal pocket where a protected lagoon meets golden beaches and dramatic cliffs. Praia dos Salgados delivers birdwatching, e‑bike exploration, and boat cruises to the Benagil caves — all within a single, accessible day.
03Praia de São Rafael is a compact coastline of honeyed cliffs and secret caves—perfect for SUP, kayaking, coasteering and short boat trips. Here’s how to make the most of a day at this playful Algarve beach.
04Tucked beneath limestone cliffs outside Albufeira, Praia dos Arrifes is a compact coastal gem where sea stacks, hidden caves and turquoise water reward paddlers and photographers alike. This guide shows how to experience the place by kayak, tuk-tuk or on horseback—with practical tips for tides, timing and local culture.
05Falésia Beach unfurls like a coastline in portrait: red-orange cliffs, pine-forested ridges, and a nearly six-kilometer sweep of sand. This guide shows you how to enjoy both the dramatic vistas and the practical logistics—when to go, how to get there, and what to pack.
06Swap the beach chair for a steering wheel: this three-hour buggy tour from Albufeira threads cork-oak montado, limestone terraces and dusty ravines into a compact, high-energy taste of the Algarve’s inland wilds. Practical tips and what to expect inside.