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Checking In…Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort (Portugal)

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The Anantara Hotel Group, well known for its collection of luxury resorts in cities, islands and desert locations throughout Asia, the Middle East,  the Indian Ocean and Africa has now inaugurated its first European resort in the town of Vilamoura, one of the Algarve’s most upscale resort areas. Anantara is derived from the Sanskrit word that means “without end”, and inspiration is drawn from the historic heritage and natural beauty of each hotel’s unique location.

The newly opened 5-star Anantara Vilamoura, formerly known as the Tivoli Victoria, brings the Anantara experience to this sophisticated resort area located in the very center of the Algarve, about 30 minutes west of Faro. From the moment you arrive you will feel the tranquility of the rolling green hills of the golf course, the elegant terraces and cerulean pools that surround you. The hotel overlooks the Oceanico Victoria Golf Course that was designed by Arnold Palmer.

  • Address: Victoria Gardens, Av. dos Descobrimentos nº 0
  • 15 minute drive to Vilamoura, an upscale town and marina
  • 30 minute drive to Lagoa
  • 40 minute drive to Silves
  • 45 minute drive to Portimão (55 km), the Algarve’s 2nd largest city
  • 60 minute drive to Lagos, a thriving fishing port and market center
  • 75 minute drive to Sagres
  • Bus Station: 15 minute drive (Quarteira bus terminal)
  • Train Station: 30 minute drive (Faro)
  • Airport: 30 minutes by taxi (26 km – Faro)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, individual temperature control, telephone, Wi-Fi, hair dryer, Anantara Spa amenities, pillow menu, flat panel TV, Nespresso coffee machine, room safe, private balcony, evening turndown service

  • 3 Elevators
  • Room Service (24 hours)
  • Emo Restaurant
  • Victoria Restaurant
  • Anantara Lounge & Bar
  • Palms Pool Bar
  • Cascades Pool Bar
  • Ria Restaurant
  • Spice Spoons – Anantara Cooking Classes
  • Meeting Facilities to 950 ~ Audiovisual equipment
  • Business Center has workstations with Internet access
  • 3 Swimming Pools (outdoor & indoor)
  • Purobeach Club (complimentary shuttle service to nearby Tivoli Marina Vilamoura Hotel)
  • Fitness Center
  • Anantara Spa
  • Tennis Court (synthetic grass)
  • Yoga & Tai Chi Classes
  • T/Kids Club
  • Golf Guru – helps arrange tee times for the onsite and local golf courses
  • Falesia Beach – 15 minutes from resort
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Parking at hotel (outdoor)
  • 280 guest rooms (3 floors)
  • Deluxe Room: A room with King or Twin beds and private balcony; approx. 40 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Garden View Room: A room with King or Twin beds and private balcony with garden view; approx. 40 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Pool View Room: A room with King or Twin beds and private balcony with pool view; approx. 40 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Golf View Room: A room with King or Twin beds and private balcony with golf fairway; approx. 40 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Family Room: 2 connecting rooms (with King and Twin beds); approx. 80 m2 (6 guest maximum; 4 adults + 2 children)
  • Junior Suite Golf View: Larger room with a separate bedroom with King bed, living room with a sofabed, and private balcony with golf fairway view; approx. 80 m2 (4 guest maximum; 2 adults + 2 children) – includes butler service
  • Family Suite: Larger suite comprised of a Deluxe room with Twin beds and a Junior Suite Golf View; approx. 120 m2 (6 guest maximum; 4 adults + 2 children)
  • Victoria Suite: Large suite with a living room, dining room, separate bedroom with King bed and 1.5 bathrooms; approx. 120 m2 (4 guest maximum/2 adults + 2 children) – includes butler service
  • Presidential Suite:Penthouse suite with separate living room, dining room, bedroom with King bed, terrace overlooking the golf course and a second rooftop deck with jacuzzi; approx. 250 m2 (2 guest maximum) – includes butler service

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Checking In…Tivoli Lagos Algarve Resort (Portugal)

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This stylish 4-star resort is located in Lagos with views of the city, the gardens and the Atlantic Ocean. The resort is arranged in a series of buildings that resemble a small village, offering guests a charming oasis in the heart of this historic town. It was recently renovated with a decor that combines elements of traditional Moorish designs with a modern Algarve style.

Shops, restaurants and the marina are all nearby. Guests can enjoy the wide, sandy beaches of Lagos’ largest beach, Meia Praia, located about 10 minutes away. Complimentary shuttle service is provided to the nearby Duna Beach Club located on Meia Praia, which also has a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and terrace.

  • Address: Rua António Crisógono dos Santos
  • Visit the local beaches of Meia Praia, Praia de Dona Ana, and cliffs of Ponta da Piedade
  • Stroll through the colorful streets of Portimão (20 km), the Algarve’s 2nd largest city
  • 35 minute drive to Sagres, once called “the end of the world”, on the southwestern corner of Europe, where Henry the Navigator established his school of navigation. Visit the Fortaleza de Sagres museum, and head out to the promontory of Cabo São Vicente and take a sightseeing boat ride
  • Bus Station: 5 minute walk to central bus station
  • Train Station: 5 minute drive
  • Airport: 1 hour by taxi (87 km – Faro)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, individual temperature control, telephone, WiFi, hair dryer, flat panel TV, room safe

  • Elevators
  • Room Service
  • La Terraza Restaurant
  • Lacóbriga Restaurant
  • Páteo Velho Restaurant
  • Aroma Bar & Lounge
  • Pool Deck Cafe (seasonal May-October)
  • Meeting Facilities to 120 ~ Audiovisual equipment
  • Swimming Pool (outdoor & indoor)
  • Duna Beach Club nearby – complimentary shuttle service (seasonal March-October)
  • Fitness Center
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Parking
  • 205 guest rooms (4-5 floors)
  • Standard: Room with a King or Twin beds with city or garden views and a balcony, located in the more distant part of the property; approx. 14-23 m2 (3 guest maximum; 2 adults + 1 child)
  • Superior: Room with a King or Twin beds with city or garden views and a balcony; approx. 16-23 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Superior with Pool View: Spacious room with a King or Twin beds with pool view and a balcony; approx. 20-28 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Superior XL Family Room: Large room with a King or Twin beds with city views and a balcony; approx. 35 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Family Deluxe: Larger room with a King or Twin beds and sofabed with city or garden views and a balcony or patio; approx. 30-46 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Family Deluxe with Pool View: Large room with a King or Twin beds and a sofabed with pool view and a balcony; approx. 39 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Suite: Suite with a King or Twin beds, separate living room, and balcony with garden or sea views; approx. 32-34 m2 (3 guest maximum; 2 adults + 1 child)
  • Hotel offers some Handicap rooms

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Checking In…Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort (Portugal)

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This 5-star resort is perched on a cliff overlooking the tranquil waters of Vale Covo beach (limited availability to beach). The hotel was upgraded to 5-stars after an extensive renovation (April 2017). Guests can enjoy the local beaches of Carvoeiro and Vale Centeanes that are a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Located just minutes from the traditional village of Lagoa, and close to the towns of Portimão, Silves, and Albufeira, this is a great location to call home while you enjoy and explore the beauty of the Algarve.

  • Address: Apartado 1299, Vale do Covo – Praia do Carvoeiro
  • Visit the fishing village of Vila do Carvoeiro
  • 15 minute drive to Lagoa
  • Stroll through the colorful streets of Portimão (13 km), the Algarve’s 2nd largest city
  • 30 minute drive to Silves
  • 40 minute drive to Lagos, a thriving fishing port and market center
  • 60 minute drive to Sagres, once called “the end of the world”, on the southwestern corner of Europe, where Henry the Navigator established his school of navigation. Visit the Fortaleza de Sagres museum, and head out to the promontory of Cabo São Vicente and take a sightseeing boat ride
  • Bus Station: 10 minute drive (Lagoa bus terminal)
  • Train Station: 15 minute drive (Estombar-Lagoa)
  • Airport: 50 minutes by taxi (62 km – Faro)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, individual temperature control, telephone, Wi-Fi (extra charge), hair dryer, flat panel TV, minibar (complimentary), Nespresso coffee machine, bathrobe & slippers, room safe

  • 3 Elevators
  • Room Service (24 hours)
  • Med Food & Wine Restaurant
  • The One Gourmet Restaurant
  • Mare Bistro (seasonal April-October)
  • Rooftop Sky Bar Carvoeiro
  • Meeting Facilities to 1,100 ~ Audiovisual equipment
  • Business Center has workstations with Internet access
  • Swimming Pools (outdoor & indoor)
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • T/Kids Club
  • Golf Desk
  • Reception (24 hours)
  • Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
  • Parking at hotel (outdoor)
  • 246 guest rooms (6 floors)
  • Deluxe: Room with a King or 2 Twin beds, located on the 5th and 6th floors; approx. 23 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Terrace: Room with a King or 2 Twin beds, located on the 5th and 6th floors with terrace; approx. 23 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Garden View: Room with a King or 2 Twin beds, located on the 1st through 5th floors, with terrace and garden view; approx. 23 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Sea View: Room with a King or 2 Twin beds, located on the 1st through 6th floors, with terrace and sea view; approx. 24 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Family: Larger room with a King or 2 Twin beds and sofabed, located on the 5th and 6th floors; approx. 28 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Family Terrace: Larger room with a King or 2 Twin beds and sofabed, located on the 5th and 6th floors with terrace; approx. 34 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Family Garden View: Larger room with a King or 2 Twin beds and sofabed, located on the 4th through 6th floors with terrace and garden view; approx. 34 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Deluxe Family Sea View: Larger room with a King or 2 Twin beds and sofabed, located on the 3rd floor with terrace and sea view; approx. 34 m2 (4 guest maximum)
  • Junior Suite: Spacious suite with a King bed, living room area and large terrace with lounge chairs and sea view; located on the 6th floor; approx. 51 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Executive Suite: Larger suite with a King bed, separate living room, and large terrace with lounge chairs and panoramic sea views; located on the 6th floor; approx. 55 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Presidential Suite: Largest suite with a King bed, separate living room, large terrace with lounge chairs and panoramic sea views, and butler service; located on the 6th floor; approx. 74 m2 (3 guest maximum)
  • Hotel offers some: Connecting rooms, Handicap rooms, Non-smoking rooms (Standard category only; located on the 6th floor)

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