Lagos Holidays - Uncovered!
If you are looking for a perfect family resort then look no further than Lagos in the western Algarve. A Lagos holiday offers endless activities for all ages, stunning beaches and a vast array of restaurants and bars to relax in at the end of the day. There is a huge choice of accommodation, with hostels and self-catering apartments for a cheap holiday to Lagos, villas and 5* hotels for a little bit of luxury and a wide range of hotels with great facilities for a family holiday to Lagos.
The reason that Lagos holidays are so popular with so many visitors from around the world is because it is such a welcoming town, with a unique balance of history and modern marina life. With an annual influx of backpackers, there is a real multi-cultural vibe to the town and there are still many visible reminders of the days when Henry the Navigator launched the Voyages of the Discoveries to Africa and beyond. The historic town centre is still embraced in part by 16th century walls and 17th century fortress, "Ponta da Bandeira", still stands proudly over the river mouth. There are also several beautiful churches within the town, including the lavishly decorated "Golden Church" of St. Anthony which has a museum attached and is just one of many great things to do in Lagos.
The modern marina has become one of the main focal points for those that holiday in Lagos, with an array of bars and restaurants to enjoy and booking offices and departure points for several wonderful boat trips, including dolphin watching trips and tours of the caves. Plus for those that like to party, there are the "booze cruise" trips!
If you love water sports then a holiday to Lagos is perfect, with kayak trips, windsurfing, kite surfing, scuba diving and sailing all on offer. If you prefer dry land then how about mountain biking, horse riding, tennis or golf? Younger members may prefer a day out at Zoo Lagos or the nearby waterpark, Slide and Splash or simply fun time on one of the stunning Lagos beaches.
Holidays to Lagos give you a great opportunity to experience some Portuguese culture, with plenty of restaurants serving traditional cuisine and very drinkable regional wines and arts, crafts and historical exhibits at the galleries. Lagos events often include traditional Fado music at the popular Cultural Centre and the local Saturday market is packed with fresh, local produce.
The busy events calendar is just one of the reasons why Lagos is such a good all-year-round holiday destination. As a working town and one of the most popular places in the Algarve to visit, there are always shops open and plenty of places to eat and drink. Plus with several beautiful beaches, so much history around and the ever changing flora and fauna on the cliffs at Ponta da Piedade, you can grab a late deal holiday to Lagos whenever you feel like getting away from it all!