The Regency Journal

When people talk about fine dining in the Algarve, the conversation usually circles the same polished enclaves: Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo, or Vilamoura, that glittering triangle where everything glows just so. It’s beautiful, yes, though a touch predictable.

When it comes to luxury accommodation for a holiday to the Algarve, many travellers' go-to option is often a 5-star hotel stay. Whether it be the all-inclusive offering you are attracted to or simply benefiting from the large infinity pools and close proximity to sight-seeing attractions, it’s an easy consideration when looking for somewhere to reside for a week or two in Portugal’s southernmost region.

As we enter the Autumn season and wave goodbye to the summer embrace, most places begin to trade the sunshine for a wooly scarf or hat, but the same cannot be said for the rich location of Vale do Lobo - it’s simply the ultimate destination for a luxury villa Autumn holiday at this time of year.

There is nothing quite like kicking off your summer holiday with a relaxing day ahead, with a cocktail in hand and an Instagram selfie to boast to all your followers back home about what a wonderful time you are having - it’s ok, we have all done it!

In celebration of the Algarve being nominated for an astounding 44 awards at the prestigious World Travel Awards, including the esteemed title of Europe's Leading Beach Destination, Regency Luxury Villas takes great pleasure in sharing our favourite enchanting beaches beyond the usual Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and vilamoura destination in this month’s blog post. These hidden gems off the beaten path perfectly exemplify why the Algarve deserves such recognition as a destination.