Here you will find some useful information about the Algarve and Portugal as a travel destination.

Current Weather Conditions

The Algarve's geographical position gives it some special bio climatic features. Although situated by the Atlantic Ocean, it has a temperate climate with Mediterranean characteristics, more than 3,000 hours of sunlight per year and a low annual average rainfall. View Current Weather Conditions.

Departures and Arrivals in Real Time

Don't miss your fight!! Click here to see all flights from the Faro International Airport in Real Time.

Currency Converter

The currency used in Portugal is the Euro, as in most other countries of the European Union. One of the advantages of having a single currency is that you do not have to change any money because you can use the Euro in all of these countries. Read More

Current Vat 21%

Car Hire

Whether you need a car hire for your holiday abroad, or simply wish to rent a car for business, we want to give you a few tips to make your car hire in Portugal easier. Check out a discount car hire...

Traffic and Driving

As in most countries on the European continent, Portugal drives on the right. Speed limits are 50km/31mph in urban, 90km/55mph on open roads and 120km/74mph on motorways. More driving tips.

Accommodation

Looking for a place to stay while your in the Algarve? Chose from one of the many Algarve hotels in Albufeira, Vilamoura, Lagos, Tavira, more...

Gastronomy

Eating out is one of the greatest pleasures when on holiday in the Algarve! The variety of fresh seafood and locally grown fruit and vegetables is available in abundance. Fish is best when simply grilled on an open charcoal fire. A typical cheap meal to order is grilled sardines, accompanied by new potatoes and salad. Look for a place to eat and to drink.

VAT Refund

Tourists residing in a non EU country and with a transport title with direct destiny to a third country are entitled to a VAT Refund. Read More

Useful Telephone Numbers

Consult here to view some Telephone Numbers that might be useful while your stay in the Algarve.