Travel Guides

  Faro is an historic treasure often overlooked by those visiting the Algarve. But to pass it by would be a mistake. Few places have as much cultural and natural beauty to offer side by side. And of all the jewels of Faro, the natural park of Ria Formosa is perhaps the most sparkling.  Here...Read More

Faro Hiking – Discover the Top Walking Trails of Ria Formosa and Faro  Looking for the best Faro hiking trails? Staying in Eastern Algarve and looking for some great outdoors experiences? Ria Formosa Natural Park offers some of the best walks and hiking trails in the South of Portugal! Known for its incredible islands, white-sand...Read More

Are you ready to experience one of the best bird-watching areas in Europe? Join the Lands team to learn more about the incredible birdlife found in The Algarve. This beautiful area stretches along the southern coast of Portugal, so it’s a reasonably large area, with a rich array of different roosting opportunities and bird habitats....Read More

Ria Formosa is a stunning natural wetland of international importance, and it’s a true wonder to behold. Made up of a large network of barrier islands and inlets that are formed from ever-shifting sandbanks, the area is a maze of canals, islands and marshes, and home to a wealth of fauna. Such a unique ecosystem...Read More

Learn about Ria Formosa, a protected area in the southernmost region of Portugal and a must see during your holiday in AlgarveRead More