Algarve Tourism
The Algarve is a popular destination for tourism, primarily because of its beaches, Mediterranean climate, safety and relatively low costs. Its mild climate has attracted interest from those seeking sunshine and outdoor pursuits. Tourism plays an important role in the economy of the Algarve. A large number of seasonal job opportunities are tourism-related and are fulfilled by thousands of immigrant workers from countries like Brazil, Ukraine and Cape Verde, among others.
Sítio Oficial da Região do Algarve
Accommodation
Accommodation in the Algarve ranges from high rise resorts in places like Albufeira to traditional guesthouses, located in the small towns and villages surrounding the algarve coast. Over the past 50 years the Algarve has seen a significant increase in development, particularly from non-Portuguese developers.
Weather
The maximum temperatures in the Algarve fluctuate between 15°C in winter and 31°C in summer, with the temperature rarely falling below zero in the winter months, although 2008/2009 was exceptionally cold and wet with temperatures below 0°C being recorded for the first time in several years.
5 day forecast for the Algarve from Holiday Weather
Yahoo! Weather report for Faro
Travel
Both Aer Lingus and BMI have added extra routes to Faro for summer 2009, and Faro International Airport has also announced expansion plans after a 'mega press conference' revealed the area is to benefit from a €130 million of investment (20th Feb '09).
Spas
Interesting review by Spa Spy on Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort and Spa in Albufeira.