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in Lagos - The Algarve, Portugal |
An important
tourist town with many architectural signs of its ancient past, even a
building dating originally back to around 1445 and is recorded as being
Europe’s first building used as a slave-market. The walls of the town are
in most parts remaining after areas of restoration. Attached to the famous
17th century "gold" church of Santo António there is a small museum
of regional items. There are several interesting statues erected
to the famous past figures that are associated with the history of this
town. Browse hotels |
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| Interesting
reading on Lagos: Golfing in Lagos
by Seb Jay |
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Aqua
Meia Praia Hotel Lagos ***
Nestled amongst the luscious
and landscaped gardens, the Aqua Meia Praia Hotel is located on one of
Algarve's most unspoilt and sought after beaches. The hotel is a mere 3
kilometres from Lagos, one of the Algarve's best-preserved and historical
towns and closely linked to the times of the Portuguese Discoveries in
the 16th century. At the hotel, all the 65 guest rooms are simple
yet comfortable, with breathtaking views over the Lagos bay and well appointed
to make your stay comfortable. The hotel offers a friendly service
with its informal Beach Club Bar and restaurant that is ideal for a light
meal and succumb to the temptation of the region's rich cuisine, with its
fresh seafood and mouth-watering desserts and also features leisure facilities
such as tennis court and swimming pool that are welcoming, yet functional.
Take a refreshing dip in the saltwater swimming pool, or wander down to
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Belavista
Da Luz Hotel, Lagos ****
Overlooking the beautiful
bay of Praia da Luz, the Belavista da Luz Hotel is a haven of comfort and
ambience. The surrounding attractions include picturesque villages, colourful
markets, craft and museums. The hotel has 45 air-conditioned guest rooms
and suites, each with a private balcony that offers spectacular views.
Guests can dine on the international cuisine served at the onsite candlelit
restaurant. To keep fit, you can workout at the gymnasium or join
the aerobic class. The hotel also offers a beautiful swimming pool and
sauna to make your stay more pleasant. Other outdoor activities include
golf, escorted walking, fishing, scuba diving, horse riding and much more. |
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Marina
Club Suite Hotel Lagos ****
Located in Algarve, the
Marina Club Suite Hotel Lagos invites you to enjoy the lively commercial
heart of the Marina with a variety of goods and services. There is also
the pleasure of discovering Lagos, a town with natural resources of a rare
beauty. The hotel offers 106 accommodation units that are designed in simple
and contemporary lines. The large balconies grant unforgettable moments,
with views over the Marina, swimming pool and Meia-Praia. Regata
Club is an exclusive bar and leisure area, with direct access to a terrace
overlooking the pool. Enjoy a peaceful day by the pool, where you can swim,
sunbathe, or simply relax. The health club offers all the necessary facilities
to chill out and stay in good shape. Showers, jacuzzi, sauna and fitness
room are available to ensure your well-being. |
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Tivoli
Lagos Hotel, Lagos ****
Set
on its own gardens on a hillside within the picturesque town of Lagos,
the Tivoli Hotel is designed with all the character and charm of a little
village. In the Lagos Bay, among the Meia Praia sand dunes, 2 kilometres
from the hotel, is the Duna Beach Club. All 324 guestrooms including suites
are air conditioned and well furnished. Tivoli provides banquet facilities
and fully equipped meeting rooms with state-of-the-art audio-visual material,
accommodating up to 150 people. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and
a bar, as well as leisure facilities like tennis court and swimming pool. |
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Vilabranca
Apartments Lagos ****
Situated
1 kilometre from the resort centre of Lagos, Vilabranca Apartments are
set in a residential area and is 900 metres to Porto de Mos Beach. Guest
can visit numerous shops, bars and restaurants, as they are located just
100 metres away. Spacious and modern, the entire one and two bedroom
apartments make a good base, as they provide various amenities. The property
also features an onsite restaurant and bar. Further more, leisure facilities
include swimming pool and tennis court. |
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| Golfing
in Lagos by Seb Jay
Two
of the most popular and ideally located golf courses in Lagos are the Palmares,
a par 71 Course known for its imaginative design and impeccable standards;
and the Boavista, again a par 71, with spectacular views of the bay of
Lagos and the Monchique hills. This course is a part of the Boavista Resorts
and was created with as little alteration as possible to the natural landscape.
It even includes a nature reserve for protected species of plants and animals,
which makes this golf course rather special. Your golfing tryst with Lagos
will certainly remain in the memory long after you have left these enchanting
shores.
Historical
Lagos - A little bit of history may serve to enlighten you as to the enormous
significance of your chosen sporting ground. The history of Lagos dates
back to 2000 B.C. The Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and the Moors were all
attracted to these shores long ago. While you might (unintentionally) leave
your sunglasses behind, they left their marks in more indelible terms in
the form of colossal forts, castles, churches, and other architectural
marvels, most of which were brought to ruin by the disastrous earthquake
of 1755. The great explorer, Vasco da Gama, set off on his famous voyage
of discovery from Lagos too.
Beautiful
Beaches of Lagos - Now with that bit of history under your belt, you might
approach the beaches with more than a casual air. Praia de Dona Ana, Praia
do Camilo, and Meia Praia are all popular tourist destinations. Most of
these beaches have facilities for water sports of all kinds. But the bay
of Lagos is unsurpassed in its beauty and has more to offer with its caves
and rugged rocks. There is also the marina where yachts and boats of all
sizes find their mooring. Another water body of interest is the Barragem
da Bravura, an artificial lake with majestic mountains in the background.
Must-See
in Lagos - From the Praia de Dona Ana you can either drive or even walk
to the Ponta da Piedade which is one of the 'must-see' locations in Lagos.
This is indisputably the most dramatic of rock formations on the whole
Algarve coast and is most impressive when viewed from the sea. There are
boat trips available that take you to and fro from the Portuguese mainland.
Another impressive landmark is the Forte da Ponta da Bandeira, which dates
from the 17th century. It houses the Museu Maritimo - the maritime museum
- in which you can explore Lagos' maritime history. In fact there's plenty
more to see, if you can manage to drag yourself away from the golf course.
Getting
Around Lagos - To really appreciate the natural beauty of the landscape,
and to visit all the landmarks as well as tour the golf courses, it would
be worth your while to hire a car for the duration of your stay. You can
easily do this in advance and request the vehicle of your choice by going
online to Your-Carhire.com - specialists in Portugal car rental services
and then enjoy Lagos to your hearts content.
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