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Festival of Medieval Arts – Salir do Tempo

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Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Festival of Medieval Arts "Salir do Tempo" Salir (near Loulé), Algarve, Portugal 11-13th July 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Festival of Medieval Arts “Salir do Tempo”
Salir (near Loulé), Algarve, Portugal
11-13th July 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Festival of Medieval Arts “Salir do Tempo”, Salir (near Loulé), Algarve, Portugal – 11-13th July 2014

The Algarve, a region of Portugal very popular as a holiday destination, is also rich in culture and history.

Salir village, only about 9 miles from Loulé, will bring some of this history alive as it steps back in time to the middle of the 13th century for the Festival of Medievel Arts. This festival will be exploring the time of the Reconquista (Reconquest) when, in this area of the Iberia peninsula, the balance of power was changing hands, from Muslims to Christians. This historically interesting and also entertaining event will be offering traditional music, along with period crafts and street entertainment.

For those considering booking holiday accommodation in the Algarve, Tee Times Tour Operator recommends the following Hotel Conrad Algarve, Encosta do Lago, Monte Da Quinta Suites and more.

The village of Salir is also famous for its regional cuisine. This includes Xarém (Xerem). This is a traditional Portuguese recipe, which is a stew of clam meat, thickened with yellow maize meal, and finally topped with a mix of bacon, ham and sausage.

Another famous produce of the area is Medronho, which is a brandy. Also known as Aguardente, or Firewater, Medronho is usually about 50% alcohol. This brandy is made from the red berry-fruit of the Arbutus unedo tree (‘Strawberry’ tree), which thrives in the poor Algarvean soil. It is said that, since there is no commercial plantations of Medronho trees in Portugal, the fruit collection and Medronho production is carried out by local farmers.

Golfers can call upon the knowledge, insight and recommendations of Tee Times Golf Agency, when considering the options of the many golf courses along the Algarve. These recommendations include Quinta do Lago South, Pinheiros Altos, San Lorenzo and many more.

By Richard FM Conlon

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Family-friendly Vilamoura

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Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Marina – Vilamoura, Algarve – Portugal

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Family-friendly Vilamoura – Activities, Sightseeing and Sports – Vilamoura, Algarve – Portugal

Vilamoura offers for many, at only 30 minutes from Faro airport, everything that is required for a fulfilling family holiday in Portugal.

There are 2 beaches, Praia de Vilamoura is east of the Marina and Praia da Rocha Baixinha is to the west of the Marina. Both beaches offer facilities for a relaxing time.

Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Vilamoura Beach - Vilamoura, Algarve - Portugal

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Vilamoura Beach – Vilamoura, Algarve – Portugal

The Fun-Train, regularly following a set route of Vilamoura, is a great way for the whole family to get around and see the area. Amongst other sites, the train stops at the Family Golf Park – Super Mini-Golf. This exciting facility offers 2 fun-packed 18-hole mini golf courses, a café with a children’s menu and a children’s games room. Plus, lockers for private belongings.

If there is the desire to go further afield, the following might be of interest: Aquashow & Park Hotel, Quarteira (near Vilamoura); Slide and Splash – water slide park, Lagoa; Zoo Marine, Albufeira; ‘FollowMe! Tours’ – offering many coach trips, all over the Algarve and beyond. Boat-trips with ‘Algarve Seafaris’ – Grotto tours, Glass-bottom boats, Fishing and Cruises.

Tickets for all the above listed visitor attractions, and many more things to do, can be bought from either of the Tee Times T. O. offices in Vilamoura. For contact details & a map to both of the offices, please see https://www.teetimes.pt.

The choice of golf courses in the area is excellent. These include Oceanico group, Vila Sol, Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo.
Other facilities in Vilamoura include: A bike-hire scheme, which is operated by ‘Inframoura’. A lot of hotels offer access to this service, or similar.

The Vilamoura Tennis Club and Academy, offers multiple sports’ facilities for both adults and children, and a restaurant.

Cerro da Vila archaeological site (Roman ruins), near the north-end of the Marina. This open-air site displays remains of several types of Roman buildings. Along with artefacts from over 8 centuries, on display in the visitor centre.

For those wishing to stay in or around Vilamoura, Tee Times T. O. recommends Dom Pedro Marina Hotel, Crowne Plaza and Tivoli Marina Hotel and many more.

By Richard FM Conlon

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Algarve Classic Cars 2014

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Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Algarve Classic Cars 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Algarve Classic Cars 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Algarve Classic Cars 2014 in Vilamoura Marina, Algarve, Portugal on 11th – 13th July 2014.

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura, as recommended by Tee Times Tour Operator, is playing host to the Algarve Classic Cars 2014. Vilamoura will also be the departure point for the planned circuits of the Algarve, as part of this car rally, during the three days. As these spectacular classic cars complete the planned circuits of the Algarve, there is the exciting opportunity for many to watch the cars in action.

The participants of this rally will either be entering the Sporting category, or the Tourist category. With those entering the sporting category completing 16 special stages of the rally, and those entering the tourist category the handling circuit stages.
As a very popular all-year round Portuguese holiday destination, Vilamoura offers, for many, everything that is needed for a relaxing and refreshing holiday in Portugal.

The choices of golf courses in the area of Vilamoura are excellent. This includes the Oceanico group, Vila Sol, Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and many more.

Vilamoura Marina, now open 40 years, is pedestrian-friendly with access for all. With top-of-the-range boats on display, along with shops and restaurants lining the walkway, it is easy to see why this marina is recognised as one of the best in Europe.

Hilton Vilamoura, recognised as the Best Golf Resort in Portugal by World Travel Awards, is another fine Vilamoura hotel that Tee Times T. O. recommends. Other hotels in the area recommended by Tee Times T. O. include Dom Pedro Marina and Vila Galé Marina but many more are available.

By Richard FM Conlon