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Luz Bay Holidays

Although Luz Bay was once an old fishing village, it's now predominantly a modern resort, but no less appealing for that. You'll still tread flower-filled cobbled streets, and admire the low-rise white villas and apartments with red-tiled roofs scattered around the bay. The mood is quiet and relaxed - no crazy nightlife, no loud music - just beach lovers and families chilling out on holiday. The warren of streets running down to the beach has restaurants, bars and shops aplenty, and in the evening you can sit under the palms on the promenade enjoying your meal overlooking the beach. Who knows, the children might even be tempted onto the beach so that you can keep an eye on them and enjoy a glass of wine in peace at the same time! The lovely beach is gently shelving and normally calm, although occasionally the waves roll in and you can get out your body board. Backed by pretty, multicoloured sandstone cliffs, one end of the beach is rocky and great for rock pooling. To east and west you can walk along the spectacular cliffs towards Lagos or Burgau. Back in the village, visit the Fortaleza - an old fort with a wonderful west-facing restaurant terrace, and keep your eyes open for Roman remains which are dotted here and there. There are no less than four golf courses nearby, as well as tennis and riding in the resort. Lagos, just five kilometres away, is a fabulous town with attractive winding streets lined with shops and restaurants, as well as several beaches and an old fort to discover - don't miss it!

Holidays in Luz Bay are all about relaxing and enjoying yourself at your own pace. If you're a couple taking your last minute holidays to Luz Bay you'll discover you've time for each other, and if you're a family looking for cheap holidays in Luz Bay you will not be disappointed. There's plenty to do, too - whoever you're travelling with.

The resort has been built around a picturesque fishing village, in the typical Portuguese manner. Tasteful, traditional-looking white villas with red-tiled roofs have risen around the bay, and there is still a maze of tiny, cobbled streets hiding local restaurants, bars and interesting little shops. An ancient fort - the Fortaleza - is well worth exploring, especially as it has a fine restaurant terrace. There is a grand old promenade, lined with palm trees and cafes, overlooking the sea, yet beach is most definitely the focal point of holidays in Luz Bay. It's soft and sandy, gently sloping into a sea that's placid and warm, so suitable for young children. At one end of the beach sand gives way to rocks, making it an excellent spot for rock pooling, whilst the magnificent sandstone cliffs provide interesting, energy-burning walks culminating in wonderful seascape views.

Summer holidays in gorgeous Luz Bay are all about enjoying some well-deserved time out, in a delightful setting. So what are you waiting for?