Southern Portugal
The Algarve, beyond the postcards
A practical guide to exploring the coast, its towns, beaches and quieter corners, from our base in Lagos.
Anna & Jakub
A little local knowledge goes a long way
The Algarve is more than a stretch of beaches. It is a region of working fishing towns, hilltop villages, coastal paths, market mornings and very different landscapes from west to east. These are the guides we use to help guests plan their time here.
Plan your time
Lagos and the west
Start with our home town: its old streets, beaches, coastal walks and the places we return to.
Getting around
Travel between Algarve towns by train and bus, understand the regional pass, and plan a trip without hiring a car.
Beaches and walks
Find the right stretch of sand or a coastal route, with practical notes to help you choose.
More of the Algarve
Go a little further with local walks, places to explore and stories about the people, nature and history of this coast.