During the recent World Travel Awards hosted by
Europe’s popular holiday destination, the Algarve, on October 6, Portugal
graciously accepted a stunning total of 12 awards including Best Beach and Golf
Destination. Such prestigious awards, as voted by travel professionals from
around the world serve to further confirm that the Algarve is considered as one
of Europe’s most attractive stretches of coastline and a top choice for
holidaymakers year round.
Designed to accommodate all manner of tourism from
beach, to water sports, culture, golf and family friendly adventures, it is
this versatility that has landed the Algarve with such world renown. Not only
is the striking coastline proud to offer miles of beautiful beaches and a range
of sun and water fuelled activities, it is also home to historical villages,
stellar vineyards, a range of wine tasting and sight seeing tours and wonderful
array of flora and fauna. Bringing together wine connoisseurs, ornithologists,
water sport fanatics, golf enthusiasts and those arriving to the sun for some
rest and relaxation, it is understandable why many tourists choose to
repeatedly return to the diversity of the Algarve region.
From top-class hotels to Algarve holiday
villas of all shapes, sizes and styles, this part of the peninsular has
something to offer even the most budget-conscious of travellers. With a large
selection of villas for all size of groups, the most popular areas include the
bustling Quinta do Lago, Dunas Douradas and Vale do Lobo resorts where
self-catering villas are definitely the most popular style of accommodation.
Located within walking distance of the main amenities, golf courses and
excursion meeting points, the selection of stunning holiday villas offer a
certain level of freedom and privacy that the hotels are unable to match.
A range of beautifully decorated, family-friendly
properties in the quieter, more rural locations of the Algarve, such as
Albufeira, Carboeiro and Vilamoura, also cater for those wanting to be a little
further from the hubbub of activity of the resorts. Only a short drive from
both the coast and quaint inland villages, these holiday villas are perfect for
anyone wanting to soak up typical Portuguese culture while surrounded by
nature, open countryside and some great views.
The Dunas Douradas beach resort, however, was proud
to receive the wonderful acclamation as Europe’s leading villa and apartment
resort at this year’s Global Travel Awards. Having won the Bloomberg Best
Development Europe Award less than two years ago,
such continued recognition definitely puts this
area at the top of the leader board and makes an Algarve
Dunas Douradas villa a hot pick for visitors.
