New Website for Algarve Housing!

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Algarve Housing has a new website, and we like to share this with YOU! The new website is completely different, more friendly to use, with more information and better presentation of the villa’s and easy navigating. We hope you like it!

To celebrate the new website, we have some special winter discount prices! Plus we are ready for 2012, so do not hesitate and visit our new website and let us know if you need any further information.

Take advantage of some cheap prices in the winter, valid for November till April, Christmas and New year are excluded:

500 per week for 2 persons, exclusive costs for heating.

Casa Vilarinha

Algoz Residence

Palmeiral

Rodriques

Casa Colina

10% discount on the low season rent for:

Lavender

Monte Boi

Bordeira

A very special offer we have for Quinta do Castelo, 1 month in January or February for 1500 euros exclusive costs for heating:

We also have some nice new villa’s one of them is:

Casa Arrochella, a very special 4 bedroom, all en-suite luxury villa, located at the river do Arade with some magnificent views, a few minutes drive from fairy-like Silves.

We keep an update on the website for Special Offers/last minutes, but if you do not want to miss out, please become a ‘friend’ on my Face Book Page, and you will never miss out of any super deals of the unique villas of Algarve Housing.

Any feed back on the new website is welcome too!

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

michele@algarvehousing.net

Superbike in the Algarve

14-16 October the Superbike motor races of the Algarve will be held in the International Autodrome in the Algarve. Temperatures still above the 25 degrees, so ideal to watch some racing in the Algarve!

Karting Algarve and racing Algarve is fun for the whole family, combining leisure and competition. Great fun for families, children, friends and companies.

International Autodrome Algarve

The international Autodrome Algarve is located just outside Portimao and offers racing Algarve as well as karting Algarve. Designed to be one of the best and most modern circuits in Europe, it has 32 different layouts and is FIA and FIM approved. State-of-the-art facilities together with an amazing track make the AIA one of the best circuits in the world. Designed to be one of the best and most modern circuits in Europe, the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve will benefit from the best conditions of safety and comfort both for drivers and the public. The Autodrome offers a safe and perfect place for racing Algarve and karting Algarve.

Racing Algarve

As motor sport is the key component of the project, it has been overseen since the beginning by the world governing bodies, the FIA and the FIM. The plans for the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve were approved by the FIA for Formula 1 and by the FIM for Super Bikes. As a matter of interest, the F1 version is different from the motorcycling circuit circuit, a good indication of how detailed the project is and the extent to which the sense of spectacle will be maximized in races for both types of vehicle.

The total capacity of the racing Algarve circuit will be 100,000 spectators, with 15,000 seats in the main stand and the remaining seats in other stands, and standing room in areas around the track. There will be a spectacular view of the circuit from all of these vantage points.

There will also be VIP boxes providing a range of services such as catering, above the pits and in the main stand. The VIP Tower is the project trademark.
It is planned that major races Algarve in the world motor racing and motorcycling championships will be held at the circuit, with the World Superbike Championship and the World Endurance Championship being firm fixtures. These races are broadcast worldwide on more than 80 television channels reaching more than 2 billion viewers, thus ensuring unparalleled publicity for the Algarve and for Portugal.

Events in the National Motor Racing and Motorcycling championships will also take place at the Algarve International Race Circuit. That means spectacular racing Algarve.

Karting Algarve

Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve is one of Europe’s largest kart circuits which can operate three tracks simultaneously. It even has a track for children up to 6 years of age who like to go karting Algarve. The venue also has a restaurant, boxes and shops and more than 50 different Kart categories for hire. In addition the track can be used for driving courses similar to those run by the racetrack as well as driving courses for karts. There will be no lack of official races, karting and championship trials and private competitions.

Karting Algarve is not only for competitions. The kart track is also a favorite place for testing, with artificially wet zones, to complement the existing Autódromo Internacional do Algarve. Companies and teams will find this the ideal place for a variety of events, whether they want to hire meeting rooms, launch a new product or simply hold ‘team-building’ exercises. Karting Algarve is fun for lots of people and companies.

The Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve is, without doubt, a place of leisure and entertainment for fans, companies, families and children, who will all find a place of great fun here. For racing Algarve or karting Algarve.

Accommodation Algarve

Algarve Housing rent villas in the Algarve, from luxury villas till rustic windmills and cottages. Some with private tennis court, others with jacuzzi, pool table, but all with private pools and gardens, and many with outdoor kitchen to enjoy outdoor living in the Algarve. Please contact me for further information regarding Karting and Racing in the Algarve, and a nice holiday villa in the Algarve.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Looking for some Sun in September and October? We have some Special Offers!

We like to share some Top Special Offers for September and October 2011!

Algarve Housing rent villas in the Algarve Portugal. We have some very Special Offers for YOU! Book your holiday to the Algarvian sun, and enjoy the beautiful beaches, the friendly Portuguese, the lovely food, and a nice holiday villa!

Quinta Palmeiral, located on a hill looking over the rolling hills towards Vilamoura, Quarteira and Vale de Lobo. With 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms, an infinity edge salt water pool with gorgeous views. Close to Loule and Boliqueime, 15 minutes drive to white sandy, safe beaches!

We offer this luxury villa for 675 euros/week

Read more about this fantastic villa

Monte Boi, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and again fantastic views towards coast, located close to market town of Messines and historic Silves. 20 minutes drive to the beach. Relax and unwind, and enjoy the Algarve in Monte Boi.

Special offer: 650 euros/week

Read more about this nice villa

Casa Bordeira, sleeps up to 7 guests, in very beautiful restored farmhouse, with nice private pool and gardens. Located in the countryside, but only a 15 minutes drive to the capital of the Algarve, Faro. Bordeira is the name of the typical Portuguese village, close to your holiday villa Algarve, where you still can enjoy the real Algarve.

Special offer: 650 euros/week

Read more about this special place to stay

 

Quinta Eucalyptus

Quinta Eucalyptus Monchique is a newly renovated Algarvian farmhouse situated in a quiet valley in the foothills of Monchique. There are no other houses in sight but this 4 bedroom house is only a 20 minute drive from the nearest beach and only 30 minutes to the west coast.

Special offer: Sept: 700 euros/week, Oct: 650 euro/week

Read more about this country side farmhouse

Casa Colina, was renovated and completed in 2011 and is suitable for 12 up to 16 persons. Casa Colina breathes an atmosphere of quietness and peacefulness and offers a paradise where you can enjoy beautiful sun sets and sun rises, while relaxing on the terrace and cool of in the private pool.

Special Offer: 6 persons: 650 euros. 50 euros for every extra person.

Read more about this Moroccan decorated villa

Casa Rodriques, 8 lucky guests can enjoy this 2 storey house, 5 minutes from the largest beach of the Algarve, Meia Praia, and 5 minutes walk form Lagos. The villa is new, modern, located in little condominium. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and private pool. Contact me for more information, as villa is not yet on our website.

Special offer: 6 persons: 960 euros

Algoz Residence, sleeps up to 10, in Central Algarve, close to market town Algoz and lively Albufeira. Only 10 minutes drive to the beach. Walking distance to bars, restaurants and all amenities.

Special offer: 6 persons: 1135 euros. 30 euro extra per person.

Read more about this modern, luxury villa

Casa Jacaranda, this luxury villa near Silves, sleeps up to 12, includes private Jacuzzi, close to fairy-like Silves, close to golf course and less then 15 minutes drive to the beach.

Special offer: 1200 euros/week

Read more about this fantastic villa with jacuzzi

Casa Vilarinha, located in the green valley between fairy-like Silves and market town Messines Algarve, Portgual. This Moroccan luxury villa, a hidden treasure, with 6 en-suite bedrooms, fantastic colonial, covered terrace looking over the private pool and lush gardens….

Special offer: 1250 euro for 6 persons.

Read more about this hidden oasis…

 

Please contact us for any further information regarding the Special Offers. We already taking on bookings for 2012, please contact me for more information.

Every week I share Special Offers for villa rentals Algarve, Portugal, and information about the Algarve on my Face Book Page. Please become a ‘friend’, and you will never miss anything!

 

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Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

Sardine Festival Portimao Algarve

The yearly “Festival da Sardinha Portimão ‘in fishing town Portimao Algarve, is starting again this Friday the 5th of August. Until August 15 there will be lots of fresh, grilled sardines to eat, but also wine and beer, plus you will find Portuguese crafts shops. Portuguese and tourists come to this festival to the “Zona de Portimão ribeirinha ‘with lots of Portuguese music.

Concerts at the Sardine Festival in Portimão
Friday evening starts with a concert with a great artist, Dulce Pontes.(watch video, below) Furthermore every night performances of national celebrities, such as Mickael Carreira on August 12. There is also a stage for local bands. The concerts of the bands starting at 21.30 hours, national celebrities from 22:30.

Fireworks
The sardines festival starts each day at 18.00 and lasts until 24:00. The last night finishes with fireworks.

Sardine Festival Concert Program
Entrance fee costs € 5.00 and children under ten years have free entrance. For further information on entrance fees and the Program on the website of the municipality on the Sardine Festival in Portimão.

Program of the national artists Portugal:

5th Dulce Pontes
6th Charanga Habanera
7th Per7ume
8th Virgem Suta
9th Aurea
10th Quadrilha
11th Amor Electro
12th Mickael Carreira
13th Susana Félix
14th Oquestrada
15th Trovante

Watch the Youtube video of Dulce Pontes

Combine Sardines of the Algarve, with nice entertainment in Portimao Portugal!

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

Jazz in the Algarve!

The Algarve has lovely weather, fantastic beaches, nice restaurants, friendly people, lovely food and fantastic holiday villas!!!

Next weekend you can combine this all with a 3 day Jazz Festival:

Lagoa Jazz Festival, 1,2 and 3 July

Location: Sitio das Fontes, Estombar, Lagoa.

Start at 7pm till 10 pm

Program:

1 July: Omar Hakim & Rachel Z “The Trio of OZ” – USA

Watch video of this Jazz artist.

2 July: CINCO – Portugal

3 July: Quinteto de Daniel Mille – França

More information: +351 282 416 093

Enjoy lovely music in fantastic setting, open air concert, looking over the River of the Arade.

Casa Arrochela, also located at the river do Arade, close to the Sitio das Fontes Estombar. Combine the Jazz with this fantastic holiday villa!

Sleeps up to 8 persons in 4 en-suite bedrooms, located close to Silves, in fantastic surroundings of the River Arade. The views are beyond believe, Must seen, to believe!

Algarve Housing rent luxury villas in the Algarve, and one of them is Casa Arrochela. Please contact me for any further details about this special holiday villa in the Algarve, Portugal. Check out our website for more nice villas we offer.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarvehousing.net

Festival Med don’t miss this spectacular event!

The historical old town of Loulé will be transformed into a Global Village from June 22nd to 25th, singing, dancing and partying to rhythms from all over the world. Enjoy this gorgeous street festival with artisan craft work, exhibitions, gastronomy, theater and entertainment from all over the globe.

The emphasis of this festival is World Music, with performances of from some oftoday’s most respected artists in this area such as, GEORGE CLINTON Parliament Funkadelic, Muchachito Bombo Infierno, SEUN KUTI & EGYPT 80, Luisa Sobral, Sean Riley & The Slowriders, Lula Pena, Magnifico, AFROCUBISM, DakhaBrakha, António Zambujo …

Price: 12 euros/night, 40 euros for 4 days.

More information about this Festival not to be missed.

A few You tube Videos of the Artists to get in the mood:

Watch a video of George Clinton


And what can I expcet of Muchachito Bombo Infierno?

Loule presents the 8th edition of the Festival MED, one of the oldest national festivals of world music, you better get your dancing shoes out of your cupboard, and enjoy!

This information has brought to you by Algarve Housing, who offers villas to rent in the Algarve. More information about amazing villas in the Algarve?

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

Algarve Ready For The Summer

Beach holiday algarve

The sun loungers and Tropical umbrellas are on the beaches, boat trips and activities are running, bars and restaurants are now on their long summer opening hours and, the weather is already shouting Summer!

Although the full Allgarve 2011 Summer Events program hasn’t been confirmed yet, you can rest assured that there will be plenty going on. Beach parties and beach entertainment, concerts, festivals such as the Silves Medieval Festival and Festival Med in Loulé and lots of sporting events including motor sports at Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão.

Seafaris

Although life is very laid back here in the Algarve, things don’t stay still when it comes to activities! Every year activity companies add new programs to keep visitors entertained, a great example being Algarve Seafaris in Vilamoura with their fantastic new ‘Sea Fun Combi’ (combining a coastal cruise with a speed boat visit to the caves!), or in the case of Zoo Lagos in western Algarve, their new additions mean the pitta patta of little feet and the arrival of new species such as hippos, meerkats, prairie dogs and Lynx!

Shopping

Algarve Shopping

On the subject of new additions, the western Algarve shopping scene was given a real boost recently, when the fabulous Aqua Portimão shopping mall opened. Bringing H&M and Primark to the Algarve and other new brands and boutiques, Aqua Portimão has really got the locals talking…and reaching for their credit cards! Aqua Portimão is now the fifth major shopping mall in the Algarve, joining Algarve Shopping in Guia (Albufeira), Forum Algarve in Faro, Gran-Plaza in Tavira and Ria Shopping in Olhão.

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Algarve Special Deals

Self catering holiday villas, we regularly have special offers, and we will keep you updated about these unmissable bargains! Till the end of June we have a few very nice holiday villas on Special Offer, for only 500 euros/week. Contact us for more details!

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Algarve Beach Bars

As Summer is starting, many Beach Bars has opened their doors, with mouth watering cocktails, live music, like Club Nau, Praia Grande, Ferragudo.

Questions About The Algarve?

Please do not hesitate to contact me, about Things to do In The Algarve, where to stay, general things, I am happy to help YOU! Contact ME! Very regularly I up date myAlgarve Villa Rentals Face Book Page, so ‘like’ me, and you never miss out …….

So with the end of the week drawing to an end, we won’t waste any more time in sharing more of our news from the Algarve with you! Have a great weekend and we hope to see you soon!

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

Cheap Holidays Algarve!

For only 500 euros/week we can offer some top villas

Algarve Housing rent unique properties in the Algarve, the most southern part of Portugal.

At the moment we still have some available weeks in May and June, and we have a top offer for YOU! Take your chance, get a break, and enjoy the cheap rental prices, for fantastic villas in the Algarve. For 500 euros/week. Top value for Your money!

You need a break before the busy high season starts? You want good value for money? Take your chance NOW! and enjoy the Algarve with its famous nice white beaches, golf courses, good food, friendly people and more to discover!

Here we go:

Casa Lavender

Casa Lavender, sleeps up to 6 persons, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, modern villa with private pool, between Silves and Messines. Located in very nice, green valley.

Monte Boi

Monte Boi, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fantastic views to the coast, private pool, located close to market town Messines, and historic Silves.

Casa Bordeira

Casa Bordeira, sleeps up to 7, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, close to capital Faro, and airport, private pool, unique location

Quinta Palmeiral

Quinta Palmeiral, renovated, modern farmhouse, with THE MOST gorgeous views to Golden Triangle (Vilamoura/Quinta do Lago), sleeps up to 4, two bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fantastic infinity edge pool, close to Loule and Boliqueime.

You need a break before the high season starts? You want good value for money? Take your chance NOW! and enjoy the Algarve with its famous nice white beaches, golf courses, good food, friendly people and more to discover!

Please contact me for any further details.

Warm regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

Easter In The Algarve Portugal

As March now draws to an end and Easter holidays are just around the corner, we are thrilled to say that the Algarve is set to give visitors a lovely warm welcome! The countryside is flourishing and the bright sunny days are offering nothing less than the perfect setting to enjoying all that the region has to offer. The April events calendar is full of Easter festivals, concerts, sports and gastronomy fairs and it is the ideal time of year for long walks, outdoor activities and family fun on the beach. So if you haven’t booked your holiday villa for Easter yet, Algarve Housing have some nice deals for YOU! Please contact me for more details.

A few events in the Algarve during April/Easter:

Ballet in Algarve

Coppelia by the Moscow Ballet

Venue: TEMPO (Municipal Theatre), Portimão on 8th April
Tickets available from TEMPO, Portimão Arena, FNAC, ABEP Agencies, Alvalade,
www.blueticket.pt & www.ticketline.pt
Tel. (+351)707 234 234,(+351)707 234 234 (Reservations)

Expomar – Fair of the Sea and Nautical Activities

Venue: Jardim Pescador Olhanense, Olhão from 7th to 10th April

Duke Ellington Orchestra

Ready for some Jazz in the Algarve?

Venue: Portimão Municipal Theatre on 14th April at 21.30
Reservations: (+351) 282 402 475 (+351) 282 402 475 / 961 579 917

Equestrian Tour Vilamoura 2011

Venue: Vilamoura Riding Centre from March 30th to April 24th
Competitions – Tuesday to Sunday from 09.00 to 18.00. Grand Prix events on 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th April
The 4 Week International Showjumping Event is composed of six competitions qualifying for the FEI ranking.

Algarve Folar (Easter Loaf) Fairs

Paderne 16th & 17th April
Barão de São João (near Lagos) on 23rd & 24th April (15.00 to 24.00)
8th Folar challenge in Guia on 24th April (16.00 at the Football Club grounds) – making the biggest Easter loaf you have ever seen!

Festa das Tochas Floridas

Venue: São Brás de Alportel on Easter Sunday, 24th April

9.30 – Opening of the streets to see the carpets of flowers
10.00 – Eucharist at the Parish Church
11.30 – Hallelujah Procession and the Flower Torches
13.00 – Eucharist at the Parish Church
15.00 – Churchyard: Fair of regional confectionery, Cultural afternoon with traditional music groups, Prize giving ceremony for Flower Games, Best Flower Torches and Balconies.

Festa da Mãe Soberana in Loulé

A major religious festival that attracts thousands of faithful followers as well as tourists every year. The festival starts on the 24th April with the Festa Pequena (small feast) and finishes on 8th May with the Festa Grande. The high point of the celebrations is the procession through the city carrying the image of the Sovereign Mother

3rd Portuguese Wine Show

Venue: EMA (Multi-use space), Albufeira from 30th April to 2nd May

Time: 14.30 to 20.00 (to 19.00 on May 2nd)

A perfect opportunity to try some Portuguese wines!

The EMA is in the Caliços area of Albufeira at the junction of Estrada de Caliços and the Avenida dos Descobrimentos.

“Soul of Fado” Concert by Cristina Nóbrega

Venue: TEMPO (Municipal Theatre) Portimão on 23rd April

Reservations: (+351) 282 402 475 (+351) 282 402 475 / 961 579 917

Algarve Housing rent special villas in the Algarve, please contact me for any further information,

warm regards,

Michele

Enjoy Springtime In The Algarve!

Carnival in the Algarve
Carnival in the Algarve

I live in the Algarve for almost 10 years, coming here for almost 25 years! and many times I get the question, what is the best time to visit the Algarve? I have a standard answer for that, March and April. Why??? the smell of orange blossom, the Mimosa and all the flowers blooming… daisy’s, poppy’s….millions, I cannot describe how beautiful this is….stunning nature!

Besides that 5-8 March is Carnival!

Spring in the Algarve
Poppy's in the Algarve

Year after year the Carnival Parade in Loulé is the absolute highlight of the Algarvian carnival season. This spectacular event attracts many thousands of visitors from all over the region.

Combine the fantastic time of the year with all the smells and flowers, with Carnival in the Algarve, and book a nice Holiday Villa near Loule! Quinta Palmeiral, in March 675 euros per week, and April 810 euros. The villa sleeps 4.

Holiday Villa in the Algarve
Holiday Villa in the Algarve

Most towns and villages in the Algarve has Carnival, so spent your Carnival Holiday in the Algarve!

This year, Easter is in April, another reason to visit the Algarve! Have a look at my website, for more nice Holiday Villas, and contact me for more information.

Come and enjoy, the daisy’s, poppy’s, mimosa, orange blossom and last but not least some sunshine!

Spring in the Algarve
Flowers in the Algarve

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing Takes You To The Ocean

Algarve Sailing
Algarve Sailing

Still sticking to those New Year’s resolutions? Well that’s excellent news, especially if one of them is to take a Holiday or two this year!

We Have A Special Offer For You!

Algarve Housing has a very Special Offer for You this month.

Book Your Holiday Villa and receive a 10% discount, and even 20% discount for 2 weeks booking! This counts for available weeks till 30 June of the villas mentioned below!

Every one who books in January, receive a free morning sailing for 2 persons with Algarve Ocean during their stay. This will take place from the harbor of Portimao in a J/120 sailing boot, see picture above.

If you did not win this fantastic price, you can book a morning sailing experience for 55 euros per person. Please contact me for the details.

Those Holiday Villas join our promotion:

Casa Lavender
Casa Lavender

Casa Lavender

Three en-suite bedrooms

Air-conditioning (optional)

Wi-fi

Satellite TV

Located in the hills between historic town Silves and market town Messines

Close to nice local bars and restaurants

Nice walks from your doorstep in the green valley

Quinta Palmeiral
Quinta Palmeiral

Quinta Palmeiral

Two bedrooms, 1 en-suite

Under floor cooling (optional)

Located on a hill looking towards coast (VilamouraVale de Lobo)

Close to picturesque town Boliqueime

and close to lively market town Loule

Stunning salt water, private pool with infinity edge

Algoz Residence
Algoz Residence

Algoz Residence

5 bedrooms, 4 bath rooms

Air-conditioning

Close to Albufeira

Free case of mixed wine on arrival

Lunch in local restaurant offered

Wifi internet

Sky TV

Mendes Mill and Villa
Mendes Mill and Villa

Mendes Mill and Villa

7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms

All with air-conditioning (optional)

Two Private Pools

Game room with Pool table

Private Tennis court

Located on hill, looking towards coast (Vilamoura, Vale de Lobo)

Charming, authentic, cosy

WI-Fi

At the moment we have almost 30 degrees in the Sun, come and enjoy the Algarve! Please do not hesitate to contact me for any further details,

warm regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing

Portugal… to be experienced and savored at any time of the year!

Food in Portugal
Food in Portugal

A country with a long tradition of producing enticing flavors, Portugal invites you to sample some of its gastronomic diversity in elegant modern restaurants or informal cosy taverns.The specialties of the country’s different regions include many fresh fish and shellfish dishes. There are also some of the world’s best cod dishes… they say that there are over 1001 different recipes! Tender and succulent meat dishes or appetizing sausages and smoked meats hail from the Portuguese hinterland. And then there’s the desserts… prepared using age-old convent recipes that offer the perfect complement to any meal.

Each dish also has the perfect wine to accompany it. Port and Madeira wine are world famous, but you’ll be surprised by the excellent Portuguese table wines. It is possible to embark upon numerous pleasant trips following the various Wine routes.

Portugal… to be experienced and savored at any time of the year!

Taste Portugal
Do you know what is the best taste in Portugal? Is it the fish, which many people consider to be the best in the world? Or is it the wines, originating from the country’s sun-drenched vineyards? …

Wines from Douro and Porto
Discover the oldest demarcated wine region in the world. The Douro awaits you. Let the Port Wine Route surprise you!

Olive Oil Route
Slightly thick, fruity, golden in color and sometimes a little green. This is the olive oil of the Alentejo.

Cafés in Portugal
Cafés and tearooms with history, absolutely lovely and with irresistible delicacies to match. Give in to the pleasure of light conversation while nibbling on some tasty titbits!

Gastronomy of the Algarve
From Sagres to the river Guadiana, the Algarve is a region of sun and seafood.

Portuguese Wines
Portuguese Wines

Algarve Housing rent Holiday Villa’s in the Algarve, from Rustic Windmills to Luxury Villa’s. To enjoy the gastronomy of the Algarve, in your private villa, we can arrange your private Chef, to enjoy both your villa and the Algarvian food!

Warm Regards,

Michele

www.algarvehousing.net

New Years Eve in the Algarve!

New Year in the Algarve
New Year in the Algarve

This year that will see the end of 2010 and the begining of 2011 and will bring to everyone living in the Algarve or who are visiting the Algarve especially for the New Years Eve, a fantastic array of parties, festivity and fireworks.

Algarve Housing give YOU a few options of the many there are….

Albufeira

New Years Eve in Albufeira is always one of the highlight of this city and it has been confirmed that this event is the biggest of it’s kind on a national level.

In partnership with the local Town Hall of Albufeira and SIC TV, the grand final of “Idols” will take place live from the Fishermans Beach. With over 1 million viewers in Portugal, “Idols” is one of the most popular shows on TV and this unforgettable final will make New Years Eve an unforgettable night. At mid-night there will of course be a spectacular display of fireworks and the entertainment will continue on into the early hours with fabulous DJ’s and live music.

New Year in the Algarve
New Year in the Algarve

Ferragudo

Club Nau is famous for great food, great music and excellent parties. Join them on New Years Eve for a fabulous evening of food and fun. The fantastic 5 course meal includes wines, champagne at midnight and an open bar until midnight. The entertainment is by Accrinton Stanley – the Beatles tribute band, and DJ Miguel. Advance reservations …

Portimao, Praia da Rocha and Alvor

Portimão will have a fantastic Fireworks displays as it has 3 sites for the fireworks – along the river front at Portimão, along the beach of Praia da Rocha and the waterfront at Alvor! The night will start with music from different artists and after the fireworks the partying will continue into the early hours in the nightspots of Praia da Rocha and Alvor!

Paderne

From Dec 30th until Jan 2nd the the Parish of Padern will “return” to Medieval Times” The historicial village will revive the times of the middle ages with parades, tournaments, medieval market, musical performances and many other historical moments.

Lagos

Lagos will be celebrating New Year’s Eve with fireworks along the waterfront! So if you are going to be in Lagos don’t miss out on the New Year celebrations…bring your bubbly with you and join in the celebrations on the Avenida dos Descobrimentos. After the fireworks the party will continue in the bars both on the marina and in the town!

Or have your private party in your private holiday villa, Algarve Housing rent luxury villas in the Algarve, please visit our website for more information.

Finally, where ever you decide to party on 31st December 2010 we hope you have a safe time, and enjoyable party and not too bad a hangover on January 1st 2011

Happy New Year!

Michele

Algarve Housing

Visit Portugal in 2011!

Looking for a unique idea to start 2011 in great style? Visit Portugal. Pack your bags and bring only the essentials. We have everything that you need. Look for romance, discover culture, live an adventure or restore your calm by the sea in a good game of golf, at a spa, in the comfort of a luxury  holiday villa.
The Algarve is YOUR destination. Make your stay one of discovery and transform each moment into a special occasion. You’ll see that it’s a unique holiday!Why wait? Take a look at the many luxury holiday villas we offer at www.algarvehousing.net and start planning YOUR Holiday in Portugal today. Accept the challenge and visit Portugal in 2011!

Wishing you a Happy New Year!
Algarve Housing

Christmas and New Year in the Algarve

December is a month full of festivities, also in Portugal we celebrate Christmas and New Year, why not combine some nice weather and your Holidays in the Algarve?

Algarve Housing rent fantastic villas in the Algarve, and have a few villas left for YOU to enjoy Christmas and New Year in the Algarve. With mild days and cool nights, and very often we get sunshine, and you can even enjoy some sunbathing at the beach. But I have to be honest, it can rain too, and therefor we supply gorgeous villas, with nice wood burning fires to enjoy with a nice glass of Portuguese wine!

Spending Christmas and the New Year in the Algarve is a great way to enjoy the festive season. More and more people choose to spend Christmas away from home. Some want to avoid the fuss, others are looking for a different Christmas experience. The Algarve is an ideal destination as it caters to both traditional and alternative tastes.

Great time to enjoy a few rounds of golf at one of the many golf courses, enjoy one of the many Christmas Fairs, Concerts, Exhibitions, party nights and Christmas shows. The Algarve is foodie paradise, no matter where your are, you never far away from some sort of eating establishment. From the simplest of ‘tascas’ to Michelin starred and everything in between; Indian, Chinese, British, Thai, French and Fusion. Most of our villas located inland where you can find some great restaurants serving hearty algarvian food like Wild boar, Lamb stew and goat kid stew – simmered for hours so that the meat falls of the bone, caldeirada and cataplana – traditional fish stews. Bom Apetit!

A few recommendations of things to do in the Algarve in December.

And one of the nice villas to book in December… Casa Lavender. A very nice, cozy villa, that has a nice woodburning stove to keep you warm in the cool evenings, and fantastic terrace, south facing to enjoy the sunny days! Have a look, and let me know if you need any more information.

More holiday villas of Algarve Housing you find on our website. Please contact me for more information,

warm regards,

Michele

What to do in the Algarve in November?

At the moment we have 25 degrees of sunshine, do I have to say more?? But next to that there is still lots to do, see, enjoy… I picked a few things, but if you want to see more, please visit ‘My Algarve’-website.

Another good reason to visit the Algarve in November is the villas to rent are very cheap, check out our website and contact me for good deals!

From Nov 5th until Nov 14th

Fair of Sao Martinho (St. Martin’s)

St. Martin’s Day is commonly known as a celebration of the maturation of the year’s wine, with this day traditionally the first time the new wine can be tasted. It is celebrated eating roast chestnuts. Friends and families, or even whole villages, get together for this Autumn season festival, which are known as magustos.

Once again Portimao continues the tradition by hosting the Fair of São Martinho a tradition since 1662. An open air affair which attracts people of all nationalities. An atmosphere not to be missed where the smell of chestnuts roasting hangs in the air.

Lots of stalls to choose from and a fun park. Portimão will be livened up for 10 days

First day opens at 4pm until mid-night

Every other day from 10am until mid-night

Where: Portimao

Entrance: free

21 November

Jazz Club @ The Museum: I-Tento-Trio

After the Spanisch “fury” in October we whole-heartedly welcome a Trio from the Algarve: In-Tento-Trio. This trio was born in 2005, created by Fernando Pessanha a pianist in cooperation with João Melro on drums and Pedro Reis on bass.This band will play originals, a mixture of Jazz/Rock and Classical music.

Where:

Time: 5pm

Contact: 966 329 073

Price: 10 euros

Website

Exhibition Amália Nossa Overview

This exhibition stems from the initiative taken by the publishers Tugaland to start a process of promoting and republishing part of the discography of the artist Amália Rodrigues. In parallel and following the same path, twelve young Portuguese artists were invited to make their contributions to a project reinterpreting these twelve themes based on key topics from the singer’s repertoire, in order to emphasise the contribution of the work of Amália Rodrigues as a structural influence on our contemporary cultural fabric.

Time: Monday to Friday from 09h00 to 13h00 and 14h00 to 17h00. Closed Saturdays and Sundays

Where: Silves, Misericordia Church

Price: Free

Telephone: 00351 282 440 832/ 282 440 832

When: until 31 January 2011

Rallye Casinos do Algarve Overview

Where:

International Autodromo of Algarve

When:

Nov 13th Super Special –Autódromo Internacional of Algarve

Nov 14th Special competition in Monchique Mountains

Prize giving at Hotel Algarve, Praia da Rocha

World Artistic Roller Skating Championship

Where:

Portimão Arena, Portimão

When: 24 November-4 December

Top skaters are expected from 32 countries – including world leaders such as Italy, Argentina, Spain, the United States and Germany – with the Portimão Arena playing host to over a thousand competitors between the 22nd of November and the 5th of December.

More info

Tickets are on sale www.blueticket.pt

Would you like to visit the Algarve, Algarve Housing rent villas in the Algarve, please visit our website, and contact me for more information.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Never a dull moment in the Algarve…

October in the Algarve, means a fair bit of sunshine, so ideal to spent you Holiday in the Algarve. What to do in October in the Algarve? Never a dull moment…..

I give you a few of the many options.

Dance

Michael Jackson Tribute at Vilamoura Casino from 9pm from October the 18th till October 31st.

Exhibitions

Algarve Animals sculptures and paintings by Sylvain Bongard and Tara Esaguy Cohen in Cnvent Sao Jose in Lagoa until October 30th. More info: 00351 282 380 434.

Ten Monumental British Sculptures exhibition at Cerro da Vila Roman Archaeological Cdntre in Vilamoura until December 31st.

Music

New Orleans Jazz at Casa Inglesa restaurant in Portimao every Thursday. Every Saturday at Tivoli Hotel in lagos from 8.30 pm. Call 00351 935 086 365.

Saturday 23 October, Winterblues in Tempo, Teatro Municipal de Portimao

DE VIENA A BUDAPESTE
Orquestra de Câmara Portuguesa
More info: 00351 282 402 470 or email:

info@teatromunicipaldeportimao.pt

Sport:

Sportive Sailing with Algarve Ocean from the Marina Portimao.

October 20 – Bike Ride starting at the Fat Frog in Almancil.  Meet here at 5.15 for a 5.30pm start.  Fairly challenging. For more details call Paul Beesley on 00351 913226954 or e.mail paul.beesley@sapo.pt or join “Algarve Bike Rides” on Facebook.

 

Market

Monday 25th October monthly gypsy market in SB de Messines

Carboot sales

Saturday 23rd October, Monte Gordo, Sunday 24th of October, Lagoa and Monchique

Never a dull moment in the Algarve, come and enjoy us, and rent YOUR Private Holiday Villa.

Please contact me for any more details of the above information.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Algarve Housing.

Special Autumn Offer Two Luxury Villas near Monchique

Foz do Banho sleeps 6
Foz do Banho sleeps 6

Villa Foz do Banho and Villa Ribeira do Banho, both located in the Monchique mountain area, we can offer for 1350 for a week in October!

Enjoy one of those luxury villas, in absolutely stunning area, close to Portimao (coast) and Monchique (mountains).

Ribeira do Banho, sleeps up to 14
Ribeira do Banho, sleeps up to 14

Both properties within a landscaped 12 acre private estate, far enough apart to offer total privacy. These very beautiful villas lay within the picturesque Monchique mountain-area of the Algarve. Both, Villa Foz do Banho (up to 6 guests) and Villa Ribeira (up to 14 guests) are luxurious, all bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and the fitted kitchens are fully equipped. All includes Wifi, satellite TV, DVD and music systems. Each has a natural style salted private pool built between 2 ponds. Various terraces offer sun or shade and BBQ. The properties are located only 6km from the old town of Monchique, where there are basic supplies, nice bars and restaurants. The Coast town Portimao is only 20 minutes drive away. For golf-lovers there is a 18-hole golf course 10 minutes away and a Spa health centre at 5 minutes distance. The nearest restaurant is just 500 metres away.

Private bedroom en-suite
Private bedroom en-suite

Please visit the following links to each property for more information and picutures:

Ribeira do Banho:

http://algarvehousing.net/villasinalgarve/luxuryvillas/ribeira/ribeira.html

Foz do Banho:

http://algarvehousing.net/villasinalgarve/luxuryvillas/foz/foz.html

or contact me for more information:

http://algarvehousing.net/villasinalgarve/customerservice/contactus.html

Warm Regards,

Michele