Flight, Hotel & Bargain Package Holidays to Alvor

Getting there and getting around

Flights to Portugal are very easy to find. There are around 20 different airports in the UK that offer direct nonstop flights to Faro Airport, which is approximately 2 hours from Alvor. For low cost flights to Alvor, Easyjet provide flights from the UK at very reasonable prices. Many holidaymakers travelling to Portugal tend to hire a car, there are ample car hire services at Faro Airport such as Avis and Hertz that offer car hire facilities at very reasonable prices. Holidays to the Algarve offer beauty and fabulous sites, and Alvor is no exception, therefore hiring a car allows you to discover the beauty of each and every resort at your own leisurely pace.

Things to do

Alvor holidays are renowned for the glorious stretch of beach that is fantastic for sunbathing and taking a dip in the clear coastal waters. Many low key bars and restaurants are located here and attract many British holidaymakers. Large rock formations stand proud offering fantastic views and interesting places to explore. A lot of travellers taking Algarve holidays to any resort still find the time to take a visit to this glorious beach in search of some peace and tranquillity. If lounging on a sun lounger all day isn’t for you then why not take a day out investigating Alvor’s heritage. A popular visiting point for tourists is the Alvor Church, built in the 16th century, the church boasts a flamboyant Manueline portico and many more lovely features for you to enjoy. Many Portuguese locals come here to simply sit and think, or to a light a candle for somebody.

Food and drink

Portugal has relatively simple eating habits, with an emphasis on fish, pork, chicken, rice and potatoes. Spices are commonly used in Portuguese cooking also to give them a little extra zing. The Portuguese are very fond of their spices, and it was Portugal who brought back the likes of coriander, pepper, ginger and paprika to Europe in the 15th century. Fish is extremely popular in coastal regions of Portugal and can be found in almost every restaurant in Alvor. For package holidays to the Algarve visit travel.co.uk today, we search for the best prices and can turn up a vast range of cheap holidays. Alvor, Albufeira and anywhere else in the Algarve all feature online, and with bargain prices from leading tour operators, you can find the best possible deal.