Algarve Romantic Moments
Create your Algarve romantic moments with our suggestions of romantic things to do together. The Algarve is a perfect location for your romance to thrive. The region is Europe's safest and most affordable destination at the moment. It is a home for the most beautiful beaches and sea caves in Europe, as well as the gourmet destination with the highest concentration of Michelin star restaurants in the country.
Luxury Romantic Holidays
The Michelin Foodie Experience in the Algarve, 6 nights, 5*Hotel
Enjoy this fine dining experience in 5 different Michelin Star restaurants in the Algarve. Visit
one of the top wine cellars and participate in premium wine tasting.
Visit cultural and historical sites and go karting on the largest race
track of its kind in Europe. Spend the day with a local clam picker on a
real-life adventure on a traditional fisherman´s wooden boat,
discovering ancient clam picking secrets. More information...
Algarve Discovery & Wellness Weekend, 3 nights, 5*Hotel
Enjoy fitness activities and spa treatments as well as discover
beautiful nature and culture of the Algarve. We’ve selected the best
treatments that will rejuvenate and revitalise your body, destress and
kick start a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. All with exclusive access to one of the most desirable spas in the Algarve! More information...
Pampering Escape in The Heart of Monchique Hills, 7 nights, 5*Hotel
Let us take care of your health and help you boost your wellness goals.
We’ve designed a well-balanced holiday break that will help to improve
your wellbeing, enjoy fitness activities and spa treatments as well as
discover beautiful nature and culture of the Algarve. We’ve selected the
best treatments that will rejuvenate and revitalise your body, destress
and kick start a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. More information...
Nature, Escapism & Secrets of the Eastern Algarve, 7 nights, Authentic Guesthouse or 4* Hotel
Discover this unspoilt side of the Algarve, with nature fuelled
activities such as observing wild dolphins, hand picking clams with
fishermen, horseback riding in the lagoons or a floating spa experience
in the middle of nowhere. More information...
Taste, Cook & Experience the Real Algarve, 6 nights, 5*Hotel or Authentic Guesthouse
Experience and discover the Algarve – taste local produce, drinks and traditional dishes, visit heritage sites and participate in culinary activities. If you are passionate about the people’s culture and gastronomy and want to learn how to cook the most traditional Portuguese dishes, this experience is for you. More information...
Fun Couple Activities
Charter a Luxury Vila Vita Yacht, Portimão, From €1700,00 Per Experience
Relax and discover the beautiful Algarve from the sea, discover secluded beaches and
spectacular cliffs, spot the dolphins in their natural habitat or simply sail off into the sunset with your love. Select from half day, full day or sunset tour. More information...
Hot Air Balloon Ride, Lagos, From €195 Per Adult
Surprise your significant other with shared or a private balloon ride. Float the winds of the Barrocal valleys in the western Algarve and experience some of the most beautiful panoramic views and astounding altitudes in the country.
Dolphin Safari and Cave Cruise, Vilamoura or Albufeira Marina, From €35 Per Adult
Take private or shared dolphin safari and cave cruise. This is a magical journey in search of dolphins, head west towards the amazing caves, rocks formations and beautiful
Algarvian coastline. Create long lasting memories together.
Bowling
Competitive couples can play bowling. Here we are referring to ten pin bowling rather than lawn bowling. We know of just two centres at present in the whole region. The largest centre is at the marina in Albufeira with seven lanes. Alvor near Portimao also has a small setup with just four lanes.
Speed Boat Ride
Get your heart racing on an edge of your seat speedboat ride along the Algarvean coast. Speed Boats are available for private hire with the crew allowing you to be
in control. Rent by the hour and you can cruise the coastline
, go for lunch or swim to a private beach. Feeling a bit more active
then try wake boarding, water skiing or ringo rides.
Parasailing, Vilamoura or Albufeira Marina, From €40
Go parasailing together. Great idea for a date! The professional skippers will take you on a a real ‘’high flying’’
experience. Take off and land back on the custom built boat. Be amazed by the spectacular birds eye view of the
stunning Algarvean coastline - a lifetime
memory for you and your date.
Table for Two at a Romantic Restaurant
Ocean, 2 Michelin Stars Restaurant, Porches
Enjoy the art of dining in this two Michelin stars restaurant. Chef Hans Neuner has created a restaurant that is ranked the highest in the region and is considered one of the top 100 best restaurants in the world. Dine under the stars enjoying a beautiful ocean view. Located in Armação de Pêra.
Vila Joya, 2 Michelin Stars Restaurant, Albufeira
Located in Galé near Albufeira, this boutique resort has a 2* Michelin restaurant, located on top of the cliffs with fantastic views of the ocean close by. Open for both lunch and dinner. Enjoy the chef's table set right amongst all of the action with chef Dieter Koschina.
Bon Bon, 1 Michelin Star Restaurant, Carvoeiro
Not a surprise to fine dining aficionados in the western Algarve, Bon Bon has had their attention for the last couple of years. Now, Michelin agrees. The guide awards the recognition to the cuisine of young Chef Rui Silvestre, stating in the press release “interesting” kitchen “surprised by the technical level,” and, “based on selected raw materials and cutting-edge dishes, with distinctive flavors and careful presentation."
Henrique Leis, 1 Michelin Star Restaurant, Almancil
Henrique Leis is one of our personal favourites as it offers a very good value set menu at lunchtime, offering Michelin star food for incredible value. This restaurant along with Vila Joya and Ocean are the only three in the region that make the 'top 1000 restaurants' list. Located just north of Almancil.
São Gabriel,1 Michelin Star Restaurant, Almancil
Lying in between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo, the São Gabriel restaurant is set in a small old quinta. Open for lunch on Sundays only with a wonderful set menu. Enjoy food cooked by chef Leonel Pereira, the only Algarvean born chef in this Michelin selection.
Willie’s,1 Michelin Star Restaurant, Vilamoura
The final Michelin starred restaurant on our list is Willie's, named after the chef, Willie Wurger, located in the northern part of the Vilamoura resort. The restaurants is open for dinner only.
Soak up a Romantic View
Rent a Bike
Maybe you want a cycling holiday, we can organise a tour of the entire Algarve. However, if you just want to rent a bike for a day or even a few days to use in the vicinity of where you are staying, we have many partners from east to west who will hire bikes for the entire family.
Go Horse Riding
There are several horse riding centres spread across the region, from horse rides along the beaches on the wild west coast, all the way along to the east. All of the riding centres cater for most age groups. If you'd like a Horse Riding holiday, then let us put a package together for you.
Go Sailing
Sailboats can generally be rented from any of the marinas along the Algarve coast such as Lagos, Portimao, Vilamoura, Faro, Olhao and Tavira. Many options are available. You can also learn to sail at an approved RYA centre or sit back and let someone else do all the work.
Jeep Safari
Take a full day Jeep Safari tour into the Algarve. This is the Algarve you will otherwise never get to see, and the scenery inland is stunning. Couples of all ages can be catered for so it's a great family day out.
Quirky Date Ideas
Algarve Helicopter Tour
Take your loved one to new heights with a shared or private Algarve Helicopter tour. It may even be possible to go from your villa to any location you wish, as long as there is enough room for the helicopter to land. Just tell us what you need and we can organise. More information...
Festival MED
Take your love to the Festival MED in Loule, which takes place every year at the end of June till the beginning of July. Details are being added all the time. Check out their Facebook page for the full list of artists, the stages and the times.
Algarve Smooth Jazz Festival
The second Algarve Smooth Jazz Festival is on this year between 27th Apr to 2nd May 2021 at the Pine Cliffs Resort. Featuring many well known different musicians/groups. We can organise your travel, hotel and tickets to this amazing event. You can find the latest information here
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