What to See
and Do
WINE
TASTING AT SIR CLIFF RICHARDS ESTATE - www.winesvidanova.com/thepeople.htm
Experience an exclusive tour of the vineyards and winery at
Quinta do Miradouro. Enjoy a tasting of Sir Cliff Richards
Vida Nova, which is produced, matured and bottled on his estate
near Guia (20 mins). Transport is available from Carvoeiro
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SCUBA DIVING - www.tivoli-diving.com
For comfortable diving throughout the year the water temperature
along the coastline tends to vary between 16-22 degrees. Besides
the abundance of different fish species there are also several
old wrecks and reefs to explore. A popular dive is at night,
especially in the many fascinating caves. Experienced instructors
are to be found at all licensed diving schools and modern
equipment can be hired.
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JEEP SAFARI - www.zebrasafari.com
For those who are a little more adventurous and enjoy the
nature and landscape of the countryside. Zebra Safari 4x4
tours organizes adaily tour from Carvoeiro. Tours are explained
in 5 different languages by your driver, who is also your
own private tour guide. Participants can enjoy the local craftsmanship
along the way, and try the local fire water (Medronh). Weather
permitting, cool off in one of the crystal clear rivers or
lakes, followed by a lunch of a typically regional assortment
in a pleasant atmosphere. Tours are from 9 -5pm. |
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SHOPPING
If you are looking for something special, go to Quinta
Shopping, located directly at the roundabout on entry to Quinta
do Lago Resort. You will discover an upmarket shopping mall
hosting fashionable designer boutiques, luxury interior shops
and good restaurants, including Chinese and Italian. Keep
your eyes open for some famous faces as this is a hang out
for the rich. Algarve Shopping is the newest and largest shopping
centre in the Algarve. It offers something for everyone but
you will require a whole day there. Located on the EN125 just
past Guia, on the right hand side, on your way back to Faro. |
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