Best Local Algarve Guide - South of Portugal 2026

Monchique the capital of cork and medronho in the Algarve

General information about Monchique Monchique is a municipality in the Algarve with more than 6,000 inhabitants with a population density of 20 inhabitants per square kilometer. The municipality's capital is…

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June 17, 2022

Algarve Guide

Lagos, a town in the Algarve that delights tourists

General information about LagosLagos is one of the favorite and most visited destinations in southern Portugal's Algarve. This lively town is surrounded by beautiful beaches that can be reached on…

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April 15, 2016

Algarve Guide

Sagres, or where the world ends in the Algarve

General information about Sagres Sagres is a small town in the southwestern Algarve, located on the Cape St. Vincent . The city of Sagres is part of the municipality of…

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April 15, 2016

Agnieszka Celejewska

Hi! I'm Agnieszka, and I've been living in Portimão, in the heart of the Algarve, since 2019. Here on this blog, you'll find practical tips and insider insights about Portugal and the Algarve – all from a local perspective. I collaborate with several trusted local tour companies, so you can book excursions directly with me, or get help organizing your perfect getaway. I also run an online store where I offer unique Portuguese cork fashion accessories, ceramics, and textiles – you’ll find the link in the menu. Curious about daily life in the Algarve? Follow me on TikTok @amazingsportugal, where I share glimpses of my everyday adventures in Portugal.