Best way to get to and from the airport,book on website for pick up and airport and collection for…read morereturn and prepay.65 rtn from albufeira

I'm always keen to try somewhere new whenever I have the chance to visit Tavira so Jamies Cozinha…read morewas an obvious destination for dinner on my recent mini break. I turned up last Tuesday without having made a booking and had no problems getting a choice of tables in this nicely turned out small restaurant which is situated just over the river from the central square in Tavira (walk over the bridge, the small one open to traffic, just along from the lovely old Roman bridge). If you are planning on eating here in June, July or August I suspect a booking in advance would be essential to avoid disappointment. There are a couple of tables on the narrow pavement outside but the road is quite busy so this is not a place I would recommend for dining outside (try the A Ver, the Brisa do Rio or the lovely roof terrace at the Patio if you want to eat in the open air). However, the restaurant itself is quite charming and has been restored sympathetically with the interior design based on the original green tiles. It's has a modern look and a nice vibe no overhead strip lighting and candles on the tables. The owner obviously knows his market, he runs a small local hotel, and has pitched this offering just right. There is something on the menu that should appeal to all tastes and there is a good selection for vegetarians which is rare in Tavira. Prices are higher than most other restaurants in town but the menu is a bit more adventurous and the cooking is well executed. The staff are friendly, professional and efficient no doubt they will cope well with the demands of the summer season!! If you are fond of a glass of wine there is plenty of good stuff on the wine list from reasonably priced and easy drinking house wine to some more interesting choices which will not break the bank. I had a very tasty starter of sardine fillets which came on a bed of panzanella salad this would be a good sharing plate if you want to pace yourself and get through three courses. I then moved onto a main of sea bass with saffron seafood risotto. This was a big fish which was perfectly cooked and nicely presented with a side of risotto stuffed full of octopus, mussels and clams a nice plate of food but there was just a little bit too much going on flavour wise for my palate. By now I was totally stuffed and after a quick bica I was off into town for a bit of a walk before a cheeky nightcap. I'm already looking forward to a return visit to see how Jamies develops after the summer season.

It's a miniature train vehicle that goes around the town of Faro town and its highlights. It…read moredoesn't actually run on tracks, so it's more like a bus shaped like a train with individual trailing cars. Departs near the harbour and takes you on a 40-50 minute ride. Some of the areas it drove through just seemed like odd choices, think a lot of graffiti coated concrete walls, and not the talented type of art. I was actually surprised at how run down some parts of Faro was. It's something to do for a handful of euros. I was placed in a car with 10 french people as the only non-French person and they were adamant about speaking French to me even though I made it clear I know about ten words of the language. You get an information sheet of all the stops you pass by, written in multiple languages and there is a recording reading out the same thing, no live guide. Faro doesn't have that many memorable highlights, but this tour gives you an overview, so could be a good idea to start with this when you first arrive.

We had a family accident and were forced to cancel our entire European trip. While we were unable…read moreto get through to the hotel by phone to explain our situation (the staff was unsure why the number was not working as it was in their end) they were very responsive by email/message and cancelled our reservation without charge. We will definitely rebook for another time and greatly look forward to visiting what appears to be a magnificent hotel! Sincerely

Decadent hotel with excellent service. We arrived in the evening, right when people were heading…read moreto dinner. They have a Michelin 2 star restaurant, so expect to see suits and gowns if you do decide to dine there. (as a note--they have a discounted dinner rate for hotel customers, so definitely check it out!) We were greeted with a glass of champagne, and headed to our beautiful room. It had a gorgeous bathroom complete with a large hot tub. The bedroom doors opened onto a spacious private patio with a table, chairs, and two lounge areas. The view of the beach was breathtaking. The amenities were incredible--turndown service, TV with access to Netflix and youtube, Molton Brown toiletries. The buffet and made to order breakfast in the morning was superb and included with our package. The omelettes were divine, as were the multigrain croissants. Don't miss the mimosa bar--complete with various types of juice, ranging from beet/pear to mixed berry. Everything tasted so fresh! We also received phenomenal service during our breakfast, which we enjoyed on breakfast patio, with a beautiful view of the property and beach. Cannot wait to return and hopefully spend more time there!!

Had to wait over an hour as we were told the driver was running late when really they were waiting…read morefor the next plane to pack as many passengers in as possible. Poor service and the same price as Uber!

Spent 3 nights and 2 days here, it was amazing!! Gorgeous location with a private beach, walking…read moretrails along the cliffs, and beautiful gardens. Staff were all extremely kind and helpful- top-notch service. Breakfast buffet was some of the best I have ever had! Huge array of locally grown and produced items, from fresh fruit to handmade pastries to local cheeses. The lunch and dinner restaurants were great too, my favorite was the Italian restaurant. Would come again in a heartbeat, thank you for the wonderful stay!

What a spectacular property. We were impressed with every aspect of Vilalara Thalassa Resort…read more Upon arriving we were first very happy with the beauty and inclusions within the room. Such a a comfortable and inviting place while we are away from home. It felt as close to home as is possible. We spent time at the beach, which is beyond words. Such a spectacular view, beach, and more than we could have hoped for. We also used the food amenities on-site and were very impressed with the prices, service, and quality. This was a couples trip, but we plan to bring our entire family back next time. Thank you Vilalara!

I have used this company several times in the past and will most definitely recommend them to…read moreanyone who asks me. I have booked for friends and all without exception say they would recommend the company. Courteous, punctual drivers, spotless transport and very friendly. Looking forward to my next visit as there is no better way to start your stay than this.

Best taxi service i ever had. I booked the airport transfer beforehand and they had someone waiting…read morefor me with my name on an ipad when i arrived at the Faro airport. I stayed in albufeira and they took me everywhere i went, to the shopping center, the beach, the old town in albufeira and even to lagos which was very nice. Now they will be taking me to the aiport again. Will defenitely use again when i come back to portugal, very friendly and good drivers, nice cars and great prices!

We used Carvoeiro Tours for the Benagil Sea Caves. Over 1 hour tour with max 12 people in the…read moreboat. Very entertaining and informative. Five stars.

The kayak was cool itself but the tour was horrible. There was no direction on what to do and it…read morewas stressful. Not worth the money with this tour. Strongly do not recommend!