We’ve been to the Algarve many times, both as children on family holidays, as a couple and now as a family.
We last went to the Algarve when Amelie was one. We stayed in a villa in Vale do lobo and loved it! It was the perfect holiday for us as a family. We’re looking at a short break in the next month or so and the Algarve is top of our list and here’s why…
1. The flight time
This is the biggest draw for me. Flying with a three and a one year old fills me with fear. Let’s just say every flight we’ve been on with our little people has been ‘interesting’ so quite frankly the less time in that environment the better. The flight time to the Algarve is just over two and a half hours so timed well they may even sleep. If they don’t it’s only two-ish hours you have to contain them for. If you pick the right resort you are also very close to the airport, which makes travelling with little ones a lot easier.
2. Beaches
The lasting memory I have of all our holidays to the Algarve are the beaches. Think stunning sandy, golden cliff lined beaches with wonderful sunny days to match.
With 150 beaches to choose from you’re spoilt for choice, so find your favourite and spend the day there. We found that if we have enough things for the girls; endless towels, a sun tent, food, buckets and spades we could easily spend longer than a morning on the beach.
3. Food and drink
The food and drink in The Algarve is definitely a favourite for me. I love all the fresh seafood, it never tastes as nice at home as it does on holiday. I have lasting memories of garlic prawns I had on one holiday to the Algarve, I have tried to re-create it many times but haven’t managed yet!
There are so many amazing restaurants you’ll be spoilt for choice. Lot’s of our favourite ones were family run and really friendly, which brought us back time and time again on our weeks holiday.
4. The climate
The Algarve has more sunny days than anywhere else in Europe so there’s always time to hit the beach. our first trip as a couple to the Algarve was in November and we packed for cold weather but were pleasantly surprised with warm sunny days.
It’s a year round destination, with summers that aren’t unbearably hot, so this makes it a perfect choice for families with younger children.
5. There’s something for everyone
Beaches, sports, sunny days, golf – there is something for everyone on a holiday to the Algarve and that’s why we love going there.
150 beaches, 35 (at last count) golf courses, more sunny days and wonderful resorts, hotels and villas and you can see why families love going to the Algarve year on year.
To find out more about holidays to the Algarve and to book your next holiday click here.
Sarah xx
*This is a collaborative post but all opinions, thoughts and experiences are my own.
![[AD] Evie and I spend a lot of time out and about, especially at the Mum meet-ups I run weekly so I’m quite used to days out exploring with her now. I always take a backpack full of the essentials but the main things I always make sure I have on hand are; snacks (I am never without snacks, a hungry baby or toddler is not fun), baby wipes for those messy hands and faces, more nappies than I think I’ll need and spare clothes!
We have a new @lidlgb store near us and it’s become my go to for our shopping but also for everything we need for the girls. I love the Lupilu range. From excellent nappies (Evie wears the pull up pants), baby wipes for use when we’re out and about, bath wash/shampoo and snacks they have me covered!
The girls love the Lupilu organic carrot sticks, they come in packs of 4 and I always pop a couple of packs in my bag for days out.
What are your essentials for a day out with the little ones? X
@lidlgb #lupilu](http://scontent-ams3-1.cdninstagram.com/vp/21889f8070f1e49fd8b21009fa9ad146/5D6D5541/t51.2885-15/e35/s1080x1080/57110036_300362077579443_2187506331066824184_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-ams3-1.cdninstagram.com "[AD] Evie and I spend a lot of time out and about, especially at the Mum meet-ups I run weekly so I’m quite used to days out exploring with her now. I always take a backpack full of the essentials but the main things I always make sure I have on hand are; snacks (I am never without snacks, a hungry baby or toddler is not fun), baby wipes for those messy hands and faces, more nappies than I think I’ll need and spare clothes!
We have a new @lidlgb store near us and it’s become my go to for our shopping but also for everything we need for the girls. I love the Lupilu range. From excellent nappies (Evie wears the pull up pants), baby wipes for use when we’re out and about, bath wash/shampoo and snacks they have me covered!
The girls love the Lupilu organic carrot sticks, they come in packs of 4 and I always pop a couple of packs in my bag for days out.
What are your essentials for a day out with the little ones? X
@lidlgb #lupilu")
![Matchy matchy ✨💕✨ I had a clear out at the weekend and I was pretty happy to discover Amelie’s @saltwatersandals_europe sandals from last year fitted her! Hooray. We did however have loads of shoes that didn’t fit them anymore.
Ridiculously Amelie and Evie have the same sized feet so my visions of passing shoes down haven’t happened!! I had an email last week though from an amazing charity @salsshoes who collect outgrown children's shoes & send them all over the world to other children that need them! One of the reasons the charity was set up was that after contacting charities that do similar things and asking them, they couldn’t actually tell CJ (the founder) how the shoes were being distributed and where they were going. Whereas with @salsshoes is you actually see where and who the shoes go to.
I’m going to post my shoes off today and will share what happens on my stories 💕
Isn’t it a great idea? Do you have stacks of shoes ready for a new home? Xx [this isn’t an AD I was sent information about the charity and loved the idea so wanted to share]](http://scontent-ams3-1.cdninstagram.com/vp/05e280bcb9c340c2c058ef2019725d8f/5D9B2796/t51.2885-15/e35/s1080x1080/59857752_427740614712680_8631180210518088566_n.jpg?_nc_ht=scontent-ams3-1.cdninstagram.com "Matchy matchy ✨💕✨ I had a clear out at the weekend and I was pretty happy to discover Amelie’s @saltwatersandals_europe sandals from last year fitted her! Hooray. We did however have loads of shoes that didn’t fit them anymore.
Ridiculously Amelie and Evie have the same sized feet so my visions of passing shoes down haven’t happened!! I had an email last week though from an amazing charity @salsshoes who collect outgrown children's shoes & send them all over the world to other children that need them! One of the reasons the charity was set up was that after contacting charities that do similar things and asking them, they couldn’t actually tell CJ (the founder) how the shoes were being distributed and where they were going. Whereas with @salsshoes is you actually see where and who the shoes go to.
I’m going to post my shoes off today and will share what happens on my stories 💕
Isn’t it a great idea? Do you have stacks of shoes ready for a new home? Xx [this isn’t an AD I was sent information about the charity and loved the idea so wanted to share]")
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This is lovely to hear! We’re going to be going for the first time in May for my brother-in-law’s wedding. Can’t wait! x
Oh you’ll love it, have a fantastic time x
Ohh I would love to go. I’ve never been ! 150 beaches !!!! The pictures are fantastic . I’m well jealous ! Maybe next year !
Thank you. X
We used to go to the Algarve when we were kids and I have the best memories from holidaying there! Would love to go back again when I have a family of my own because it’s such a brilliant place to take kids x
I have heard such great things about the Algarve being really family friendly. I am definitely going to consider for our holiday next year because the ten hour flights we have been taking in recent years really have taken their toll on us.