Algarve History
Due to the importance of its position on the world map this province was at one time its own Kingdom. It has been invaded and fought over by the Phoenicians, Romans and Moors. Closely associated with the sea throughout its history this was the base of the famous Henry the Navigator who, from the point at Sagres organized the 15th Century exploration of the New World.

Algarve Description
The Algarve is composed of 5.411 square kilometres with approx. 350,000 permanent inhabitants. This figure can swell to over a million people at the height of the summer. Its administrative centre is Faro controlling 16 Municipalities, who in turn govern a total of 77 Parishes.

The interior from the coast greatly varies in its picturesque appeal due to its variety of fauna, soil and contours. In January and February the coast is painted white with almond blossom shading the many varieties of wild orchids. In March, the heady perfume of orange blossom mixes with the bloom of acacias. During the month of April the bountiful wild flowers give cause to the delightful music of the many colorful birds. May and June is the time to see the raw beauty of the striking bare barks of stripped cork trees in contrast to the palette purple of the jacaranda. July is the time of cherries, strawberries and melons. August and September provide the picking of grapes, figs and almonds. November is for the gathering of chestnuts for the national festival of São Martinho. Whilst, in December it is time to start picking the famous sweet juicy Algarve oranges which continue through to March.

Away from the immediate coastal plain are the foothills leading up to the highest point Foia (902 mts.) above the un-spoilt village of Monchique. This mountain area is well known for the layers of Roman terraces with granite stone walls that provide the stream of local vegetables that can be found on sale in the local market. Also, from this region comes the local brewed drink "Medronho" that is best drunk in one of the many local taverns.

Transfers from Faro Airport to Algarve, Portugal:
Açoteias, Albufeira, Aljezur, Almancil, Alte, Altura, Alvor, Armação de Pera, Balaia, Boliqueime, Burgau, Carvoeiro, Castro Marim, Estói, Falésia, Faro, Ferragudo, Galé, Guia, Lagoa, Lagos, Lisbon, Loulé, Manta Rota, Meia Praia, Moncarapacho, Monchique, Montechoro, Monte Gordo, Monte Judeu, Olhão, Olhos d'Agua, Oura, Parque da Floresta, Penina, Porches, Portimão, Praia da Rocha, Praia da Luz, Praia do Vau, Quarteira, Quinta do Lago, Sagres, Salema, Salgados, São Brás Alportel, São Rafael, Santa Eulália, Santa Luzia, Sheraton, Silves, Tavira, Vale do Lobo, Vilamoura, Vila Real de Santo António.

Transfers from Faro Airport to Spain:
Ayamonte, El Rompido, Huelva, Malaga, Isla Cristina, Isla Antilla, Isla Canela, Punta Umbria, Seville.

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