The Algarve

Popular year round for training, tours and holidays alike, the Algarve coast is a major European tourist destination of course. During the Winter, Spring and Autumn, teams of all abilities can escape the rain of northern Europe and head south to sunnier climes. Here you can enjoy the warmth and charm of Portugal, the hosts of Euro 2004

Accommodation

We use several comfortable 3 and 4 star hotels and apartments along the coast, as follow:

3 star Aldeia da Falesia apartments: This popular sports complex is located 300 metres from the beach at Falesia and 5 miles from the centre of Albufeira. Local shops, restaurants and pubs are just a short walk from the complex. On site there are 100 apartments for 2 and 3 persons each with kitchenette, bathroom, terrace and balcony. There are 2 swimming pools and sports facilities include grass football pitch, tennis courts and gymnasium (see picture below)

Golf hotel, Vilamoura: A splendid 4 star hotel in fashionable Vilamoura, the Golf Hotel is an ideal base for football teams looking for comfort and relaxation. Whether you head down to the marina and enjoy a drink at Luis Figo’s bar or sit by the Gazebo bar by the hotel pool, this is certainly the place to unwind. Furthermore, with a selection of fantastic courses on your doorstep, the golfers in your group will be totally spoilt for choice

3-4 star Alfamar Beach & Sports Resort: Specialised in welcoming sports groups, the Alfamar Beach Resort offers bungalows for 2-5 persons (3 star) and twin room hotel accommodation (4 star) to suit all groups. Located on the beachfront the resort also offers a football pitch, gym, Jacuzzi, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and tennis courts. We include 2 hours of free pitch time during your stay for training with extra time available at a supplement on request

Features

• Superb climate for both leisure and training oriented tours
• Beautiful beaches
• Selection of hotel and self catering accommodations
• Excellent grass pitches for friendly matches and training

Sports

Football
Football is the National sport in Portugal and the European Championships in 2004 brought extra profile and excitement to the country. There are excellent football facilities along the Algarve including quality grass pitches for training and matches

Other Information

Local Facilities
From our chosen hotels and apartments you will be within easy reach of the sports facilities
described including football pitches for training and matches. By day you can enjoy the beach, shops and leisure facilities of the resorts while by night there are restaurants and bars to keep you entertained of course

Excursion Possibilities
Enjoy a day trip to the capital of the Algarve, Faro, where you can see local architecture in the
historic centre; the X11 century cathedral; the Bone Chapel; local museums and shops. Or try a 4x4 jeep adventure into the Portuguese countryside. Enjoy a typical meal; local handicrafts; monuments; lakes and breathtaking scenery. There are also some fantastic golf courses in the region and advance bookings can be organised on request

Price
Please contact our office for prices and a tour proposal.

Travel

Flights into Faro are now available from a number of UK airports on request. On arrival, the transfer to your resort on the Algarve is less than an hour by coach