Classic Cars return to Vilamoura

The organiser of the popular annual classic car parade that takes place every year around Vilamoura Marina has confirmed that it will return again this year, on 12, 13 and 14 July.

“The number of cars expected to take part this year will be similar to numbers in recent years, around 150, and our website will be updated with more information shortly” Luís Brito, organisers of Algarve Classic Cars told The Portugal News.

Last year 160 vehicles took part in the event, which was the 20th Classic Car parade, departing from Vilamoura Marina and driving across the Algarve to the race track in Portimão.

The gathering has become a key event on the Portuguese Automobile and Karting Federation’s agenda, as it has on the International Federation for historic Vehicles’ (FIVE) calendar.

Thousands of enthusiasts flock to the Algarve to see or show the gleaming vehicles, which are displayed along the Marina for all to admire.

Original article here:  http://theportugalnews.com/news/classic-cars-return-to-vilamoura/28082

For more information, see: www.algarveclassiccars.com.

More Flights from UK to Faro

From Southampton

Flybe has added 12 new flights a week to its summer schedule to five resorts across Europe including three new departures for Faro every week, on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays.

This new schedule will operate between July 8 and September 22 this year.

Original article here:  http://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/10311251.Flybe_puts_on_12_extra_flights/

From Gatwick

Norwegian Air Shuttle, one of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines – has announced it is to establish a new base in London at Gatwick Airport in spring 2013. 

They will be introducing 14 new direct routes from London to the Mediterranean region, including Faro.

It looks like the flights to Faro begin in April.

Original article here: http://www.mediacentre.gatwickairport.com/News/Norwegian-Air-Shuttle-to-establish-a-new-London-base-at-Gatwick-7a3.aspx

Olhos de Agua - one of Portugal's Top 5 Beaches!

It's official! Algarve beaches are amongst the very best in Portugal and Olhos de Agua features very highly!

 

Highlights of the TripAdvisor 'Travelers’ Choice 2013' awards include:

Falésia Beach

• In Albufeira, and close to Olhos de Agua.
• Rated the best beach in Portugal and 18th in the top 25 European beaches.

Olhos de Agua Beach

• Rated ranked 4th best beach in Portugal.

The Top 10 Portugal Beaches include another five in the western Algarve:

• Ponta da Piedade (Lagos) - second


• Praia da Rocha (Portimão) - fifth


• Praia Dona Ana (Lagos) - sixth


• Praia da Luz (Burgau) - ninth


• Praia de Odeceixe (Aljezur) - tenth

Click here for full article: http://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Beaches-cTop-g189100.