Destinations : Portugal : Vilamoura

About Vilamoura

Vilamoura is in the municipality of Loulé, in the Algarve (the southernmost region of mainland Portugal). Its boundaries lie within the parish of Quarteira. Vilamoura is a purpose built resort and Marina.The resort was begun in 1974 and is still expanding outwards from the marine center. The resort is located 14.3 miles west along the coast from Faro and is 266 kilometers from Lisbon. The nearest airport is at Faro. Covering some 20 km² of land, it is one of Europes most prestigious and largest tourist beach resorts.

At the heart of Vilamoura is the marina which has the capacity to berth over 1,000 vessels. The marina is surrounded by large Hotels and Luxury holiday homes as well as a large casino and numerous restaurants and vibrant bars. At the far corner of the marina, it is possible to charter boats for big game fishing. There are also facilities for jet skiing and parascending. Close by there are also a number of sports clubs, a shooting range and many night clubs. Tourism in Vilamoura is extensive and well-developed, with many different resorts with ratings from 3 star to 5 star. The town is very opulently designed. The town/marina has an extensive variety of activities which are usually on Tuesdays, Thursdays and weekends. Activities include touring the local caves (on the coastline).

It is Portuguese, but also truly cosmopolitan. Away from the hectic pace and the stress of the modern world, all who visit are revitalized by the lifestyle, the convenience and the hospitality of this truly special place. It is a place for rest and relaxation but also for pursuing active pastimes and sports; a friendly and safe residential haven, but also a vibrant and exciting night-life centre. You can experience scuba diving at Armacao de Pera, about a 15 minute drive from Vilamoura.

Hotels in Vilamoura

The Best Boutique and Design hotels in Vilamoura : Hotel Tivoli Victoria,