A Long Winter Holiday in the Algarve, Portugal
Wintering in the Algarve is becoming more and more popular with seniors and retirees from Northern Europe. Many elderly choose to hibernate in Portugal to escape the cold and dark winter months and enjoy the pleasant winter sun in the Algarve. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, the Algarve is one of the sunniest regions in Europe and the perfect destination for long-term stays.
Popular winter resorts include Albufeira, Carvoeiro, Lagos, Portimão and Alvor. Here many pensioners look for apartments or villas for rent in winter. Whether you prefer an apartment in Portimao, a holiday home in Carvoeiro, or a villa with private pool close to Benagil, there are plenty of options for a comfortable stay.
For seniors, the Algarve is attractive not only because of the climate, but also due to the affordable cost of living compared to other European countries. Food, restaurants, and accommodation remain relatively inexpensive. This makes long-stay rentals in Portugal very popular with retirees from the UK, Ireland, Scotland and even Canada.
Pet-friendly Algarve rentals are widely available, and dogs are welcome in our holiday home and apartments. This makes it easy for pet owners to spend a relaxing winter in the Algarve with their four-legged friends.
A great example is Vila Maria, a spacious holiday home near Praia do Carvoeiro with 3 bedrooms, private pool, large garden, and even a charging station for electric cars. Ideal for seniors looking for comfort, nature, and sunshine during the winter months in Portugal.
Very complete holiday homes/flats/accommodations for Wintering Algarve holiday/vacation in the Algarve.
Anyone going abroad for a short or longer period of time to the winter sun would like to know what to expect at the holiday destination. We are all used to having everything to hand, even on holiday. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. And that is the motto for the holiday accommodations at www.Algarve.NU our main rental website. The flats and villa are fully equipped. So that staying there feels like coming home. Even your towels, bath towels, and linen do not have to be brought along. They are provided, free of charge, and are changed weekly by the maid.
The elderly in Portugal
Some older people spend the winter in Albufeira or Monte Gordo. These places are often busier and the surroundings less picturesque than Praia do Carvoeiro. Carvoeiro and Benagil are in the boroughs of Lagoa and Portimão. The gently rolling hills and green character of this area and the villages with their sandy beaches are popular for older visitors. They seek both activity, relaxation, and rest. Facilities for the older visitor are good.
For those who are less mobile, there are more and more initiatives to make the municipality attractive. Portimão, for example, has a recently built path for the disabled that was recently constructed. The 6 km Rota Acessível de Portimão. The wheelchair accessible path runs through the town, past shops, and amenities, including the police station and the library. Moreover, the path is easily accessible from our flat Vila Arade.
LAGOA.
Lagoa, which also includes Carvoeiro and Benagil, is a municipality in the Algarve where the villages have largely kept their authentic character. The municipality organises all kinds of events. Such as the famous Fatacil, the annual fair where Portuguese old crafts, wines, and delicacies are presented in around 300 stands. Music and folklore accompany the fair and it is a must for anyone who wants to find out what Portugal has to offer. For those who want to immerse themselves in artistic activities, there is a cultural centre in Lagoa. And why not visit one of the gypsy markets, a flea market or a car boot sale event in the Lagoa area.
Lagoa.
Here the musical, theatrical, and art performances are held every month. They are open to everyone. And for the keen swimmer, who finds the sea in the Portuguese winter months a little too chilly, there is an indoor swimming pool in Lagoa. Also, medical care is well available in this part of the Algarve. Pharmacies and English spoken doctors are easily accessible. There is a health centre in Lagoa where you can go for doctor consultations and minor surgery. In all of our flats and in our Vila Maria in the Vale d’El Rei near Praia de Benagil, practical and medical information is conveniently bundled in the house book. And of course, hostess Johanna is always available to answer any questions our winter guests may have.
Silves.
From July 30th to August 22nd, Silves hosts the Silves Medieval event. The city is dressed in the colours and decorations of the past. The historic centre is decorated and medieval sounds and displays/shows create a unique atmosphere.
