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Sao Rafael Holidays

Sao Rafael is one of the treasures of the Algarve, with beautiful sandy beaches and clear blue seas. You can enjoy dramatic views from one of the many cliff walks, or just chill out and sample freshly caught fish at the local beach restaurants. For golf lovers there are many top courses within easy reach."

Just west of Albufeira rests the sandy resort of Sao Rafael. Sleepy and relaxing, this pretty place is a collection of tempting beaches. Smooth golden sands. Shimmering blue seas. Steep sandstone cliffs. It's the perfect place to rest alright. The impressive main beach is the resort's sun-soaked centrepiece. A huge, Blue Flag affair, it's scattered with loads of arched rock formations that are particularly handy for hiding from the hot Algarve sun. Another great way to cool off is to dive into the clear blue seas. If you don't want to get too wet, hoist your sail and take out a sailing boat. Or maybe you can fly over the waters on a windsurf. But like we said, that's not the only beach here. A swift ten minute walk will bring you to the beautiful beach of Praia da Castelo. This little gem was named after a ruined castle that's on the headland. Walkers and tourists flock to get an eyeful of the fascinating rock formations. Once you've had the chance to look around, maybe you'll want to indulge in a little retail therapy. There are a few shops dotted around, but as you're so close to Albufeira it's no hassle to hop over for the day. While you're there, pop in one of the many restaurants for a taste of true Portugal. There's plenty of freshly caught fish, which comes highly recommended. Or perhaps pop into a bar for a cocktail or two? Go on, treat yourself."

Holidays in Sao Rafael give you two contrasting platforms from which to let yourself go! About two miles east of the resort – a satisfying walk or a quick taxi ride away – lies the party town of Albufeira. This is one place that knows how to enjoy itself. So your holidays in Sao Rafael can be packed with big nights out spent meeting new friends in bars and cafes, dining out in style in a wide choice of happening restaurants, or dancing till night turns into day in any number of hot clubs.

The other aspect of holidays in Sao Rafael is the resort itself. Albufeira it isn't! Conveniently close to Farp airport – it's a 30 minute drive at the most – this modern resort is perfect for last minute holidays. In Sao Rafael you'll find the villas and apartments have all been created in the Portuguese tradition with gleaming white walls, rounded arches and terra cotta roofs and tiling. It's very picturesque, but even more important is its close proximity to two of the best beaches in the whole of the Algarve. And that is saying something.

So summer holidays in Sao Rafael are full of sea, sun and sandy beaches. You have the choice of either Praia de Arrife or Praia Grande within a few minutes amble; a journey that'll take you through landscaped gardens, past tennis courts, swimming pools and interesting local shops. Which of the holidays in Sao Rafael will you prefer?