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GRAND HISTORY - VRSA: ALWAYS AHEAD OF TIME -
- GUIDED VISIT TO HISTORIC CENTER It was in 1773 that the Marquis of Pombal gave orders for this village, almost destroyed by a tsunami, to be rebuilt using the latest technologies. Designed in a Pombaline orthogonal grid, it was to become the most modern city in the country and the flourishing economic center of the Algarve in the 18th century.
The façades of the houses repeat the balanced forms of a sober and restrained architectural style: expressions of the 18th century Enlightenment of which Vila Real de Santo António is one of the perfect examples. Start your journey with us knowing more about this royal city, how it was built and some insider secrets! You will feel like a local in no time, walk throughout narrow streets and listen some curiosities while learning about the Portuguese culture and taste some regional treats!
The town’s wealth was generated from the fishing and salt trades. Even today, the shallow, shimmering tidal pools of the salt pans do their quiet work just outside the town.
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- COCKTAIL WORKSHOP & DEGUSTATION Our barman’s are strong storytellers! They will welcome you in our Grand Salon Bar and present some classic cocktails from the 20’, do one-to-one classes or let you try our portuguese wine selection for a great time with your family & friends!
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- GUIDED VISIT TO A LOCAL FARM Olive trees have been present in the Algarve for thousands of years but in modern times the tradition of making olive oil has almost been lost. Discover the olive tree culture, the olive oil production process and participate in an olive oil tasting, the best way to compare olive oils and chose the ones you enjoy most.
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- PAINTING COURSES WITH LOCAL ARTIST Our idylic waterfront location is perfect to feel inspired and paint your own piece of art, together with a local artist (at our Grand Beach Club). Take a bold step and allow yourself to create your own souvenir!
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- TUNA OBSERVATION DIVING EXPERIENCE Have you ever though of swimming with...tuna? This is a new concept of diving, including the possibility to enjoy watching large schools of tuna and other fish in their natural habitat. Are you feeling brave enough?
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-FROM PORTUGAL TO SPAIN BY ZIP LINE You probably get here by plain, car or train, but you never imagined yourself crossing the boarder doing Zip slide and flight above the river, right?
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ASTRO TOURISM - TURN OFF YOUR PHONES AND LOOK UP! -
-OUR SKY THROUGH A TELESCOPE During the day we invite you to explore this region, to discover the shades of blue from river, sea and sky, to taste new flavours and meet new people, however, by night we invite you to turn off your phones and look up!
Part of being in a remote location is the possibility to be near places where sky is the darkest and clearest, steering clear of lightpolluted tourist hubs or urban areas and allowing “darkness seekers” to look at the sky and be amazed by how beautiful it can be!
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- A JOURNEY WITH A GYROCOPTER Live your dream and fly on board of a gyrocopter, enjoy the thrill of a memorable safe flight. See this region from above and let your spirit became free. Discover three breathtaking protected areas: Reserve of Sapal de Castro Marim and VRSA; National Matas of Montegordo and Santa Rita, and the inexpli-
cably beautiful Ria Formosa, in its wildest part, between Cacela Velha and the fishing villages of Santa Luzia and Fuseta. Rich in natural heritage, it is an adventure in the architecture of Forts and Castles that protected the coast, or in the old anchors of the tuna old fishing frames lined in the dunes of the beach.
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- A VISIT TO A OUTDOOR MINERAL SPA A natural, outdoor, mineral-rich water spa is a new therapy centre set up in the salt ponds of Castro Marim. Our portuguese dead sea is a must and the idea is to combine traditional salt production with an innovative open air spa. Ready to apply clay all over your body, which moisturizes the skin and absorbs all impurities, and after “float” in the 30º salt ponds?
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- GUIDED BEACH HORSE TRIP This tour is for romantic guests that would love to know beautiful beaches and add some romance to their stay with us. You will get the most incredible photos and memories to ride along a wild sandy beach, come back using the orange tree trails and learn more about these incredible animals.
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- BOAT TRIP AND VISIT OF AN OYSTER FARM You won’t be able to take your eyes off her.... A Natural Park since 1987, the Ria Formosa is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of Portugal. It`s a stunning complex lagoon system with a huge diversity of fauna and it is in a permanent state of flux, due to the influence of winds, currents and tides.
The natural park designation does not only protect wildlife such as flamingos, seahorses and precious birds, but also the small fishing communities that rely on traditional and sustainable fishing methods that otherwise would be lost to mass development. A visit to a tradional oyster farm is included.
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- CUSTOMIZABLE EXPERIENCE Have fun while unlock forgotten stories and get local recommendations. Trust us and we will make a total customizable experience according to your personal interests, availability and number of people traveling with you! We’ll discuss the topics you want to cover, when and where you should take a break and get some food, best photo spots, etc. A personal driver is available.
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NEIGHBORHOOD
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C A C E L A V E L H A | 15 min
C A S T R O M A R I M | 5 min
T A V I R A | 20 min
A L C O U T I M | 30 min
A Y A M O N T E | 5 min
S E V I L L E | 1h
TOP 15 BEACHES IN THE WORLD
CASTLE AND SALINAS
PRETTIEST TOWN WITH OLD CHARACTER
COUNTRYSIDE, UNSPOILED ALGARVE
TAPAS AND SPANISH CULTURE
ARCHITECTURE AND SPANISH FOOD & CULTURE
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OUTDOOR TRAINING
YOGA / PILATES
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PA D D L I N G / K A YA K I N G
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