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Any good for a family, kids 9 and 10.
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I've been to Albufeira a few times albeit on golfing trips, it's a perfect family holiday destination imo. The beaches are immaculate, lovely seafood and generally a very relaxing environment. Also have a look at Madeira as well, no lager louts and a very tranquil ambience. It's worth going to Funchal just to view the approach to the airport! Those that have been there as well will know what I mean.
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Albufeira is made up of TWO towns.
The 'Old Town' is OK for a holiday, and a lot safer - But the 'New Town' has developed a reputation for muggings, pickpockets etc - by both Brazilians and Eastern Europeans - most especially after dark, which is earlier than here. Avoid Montechero area - which is opposite side of main road through the New Town from the Beach side. Have a check on a map, before you book any accommodation. All the beaches anywhere along the 55 miles of Algarve coat - from Prais da Luz (furthest away from Airport) in the west to Faro (Airport) in the east are great for kids. |
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cheers
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is that the shop next to mothercare?
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albufeira far too busy these days,carvoeiro much nicer resort further west
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I've not been there but have heard that it's pretty rough.
A mate of mine was staying further along the coast and decided to get a taxi to Albufeira one night to check out - He says his missus got out of the taxi and pretty much jumped straight into the next one to go back again!  |
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**check it out
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If you want a quiet resort with a beautiful beach, try Monte Gordo .Lots of nice restaurants there, and never seen any trouble there.Been there 5 or 6 times.
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It must have gone down the nick pretty sharpish then. I lived in Albufeira for 3 years. 2000 to 2003. Never saw, or heard of any trouble whatsoever.
Great place (apart from walking up cardiac hill) ..... Avoid people with free scratch cards, it's timeshare |