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Vilamoura, Portugal (PRWEB) May 19, 2010

By the end of May, Sotheby’s International Realty Portugal will open its first office in the Algarve, utilizing key assets and reputation for quality customer service established by its partner Atlantic Estates.

Officially dubbed Sotheby’s International Realty Vilamoura, the new venture will offer consultancy services to the central Algarve, from Albufeira to Faro, including the highly-desired area known as the “Golden Triangle,” encompassing exclusive resorts Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago. Artur Simes, Founder and Managing Director of Atlantic Estates will become Office Manager for Sotheby’s International Realty Vilamoura.

“As a key luxury market in Portugal, the Algarve is a strategic region essential for the growth and success of Sotheby’s Portugal,” says Tiago Queiroga, Managing Director of Sotheby’s International Realty Portugal. “I have great respect for the reputation Artur and Atlantic Estates has achieved through their proactive approach to marketing, high-quality portfolio of product and attention to superior customer service. I strongly believe this affiliation is advantageous to both Sotheby’s International Realty Portugal business, as well the luxury home buyer expecting the utmost in service.”

“Joining Sotheby’s is a natural progression for us”, says Artur Simes. “Their commitment to quality, insightful approach to sales, and strong brand recognition, provides all the elements to successfully compete in the current challenging market.”

The new venture will be located in Atlantic Estates’ current space near the marina in Vilamoura. Atlantic Estates recently expanded into a multi-level work space providing both street-level shop to meet with clients and first floor executive offices. Rebranding to Sotheby’s International Realty is underway.

Although the Algarve is a natural second home location for Portuguese, with a reported 300 days of sunshine, abundance of outdoor activities and a relaxed lifestyle, this region is also attractive to British, Irish, German, Dutch, Belgians, Scandinavians and others seeking luxury holiday homes.

The entry of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand in the Algarve represents an investment of €500,000 and is justified by the increasing demand for luxury homes in Portugal. This new Algarve office offers complimentary service to Sotheby’s International Realty Portugal offices already located in Lisbon.

About Sothebys International Realty Portugal

With more than 500 offices throughout the world, the Sotheby’s International Realty brand integrates a real estate network of international dimension, that promotes the cross-selling with the main worldwide customers of the auction company. In Portugal, Sotheby’s International Realty consults clients on buying and selling luxury properties from offices in Estoril, Lisbon, Restelo, and now, Vilamoura.

About Atlantic Estates

Headquartered in Vilamoura, Atlantic Estates provides professional, personalized service to those selling and buying prestige properties along the coasts of Portugal. In 2009, Atlantic Estates was honoured as “Best Estate Agent” by the Overseas Property Professional industry magazine. Throughout May 2010, Altantic Estates will transition its core business to Sotheby’s International Realty Vilamoura.

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The main map shows the road network with distances marked in kilometres and scenic routes indicated; railway lines are marked, as are airports. Very subtle shading and spot heights are used to denote topography. Points of interest such as beaches and their sports facilities, nature reserves and nightclubs are highlighted. The map index lines the bottom of the page.
The reverse of the map includes the street plans and their individual indexes; they show points of interest as well as local facilities. A map of southern Portugal at 1:2,000,000 shows the major road network as well as railway lines and ferry routes. Subtle shading and spot heights are again used to denote topography.
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Portimao, Algarve (PRWEB) June 24, 2010

MyAlgarveInfo has decided to offer special rates to local businesses in an effort to help promote the benefits of the East Algarve.

Mention the word “Algarve” and most people think of Vilamoura, Albufeira or Portimão. The Eastern Algarve is less well-known than its famous neighbours, but no less beautiful. East Algarve has everything necessary for a wonderful holiday experience and MyAlgarveInfo wants to make sure that visitors to the Algarve can find out about all the things to see and do there.

To help promote the area’s local economy MyAlgarveInfo is offering special rates for all businesses in the East Algarve wishing to be featured on the leading travel guide’s specially designed high-traffic website. The site is offering an immediate discount of 10% on current rates for editorial features as well as a 15% discount on all Virtual Tours. These interactive tours provide a showcase to show off the best of a business to potential clients from gourmet Algarve restaurants (http://algarve.mydestinationinfo.com/en/algarve-restaurants ) through to gyms, bars, the Algarve Motor Park (http://algarve.mydestinationinfo.com/en/algarve-racing ) or even Algarve boat cruises along the coast.

In addition to these immediate discounts, MyAlgarveInfo is offering any East Algarve business with an editorial feature that also wish to provide some interesting articles about their local area for publication on the website, a high impact and high visibility Gold Listing free of charge for one month.

Fiona Butler said, “The East Algarve has so much to offer visitors and yet it often seems to be forgotten about in promotional campaigns. We hope to redress this by giving local business people an effective platform to boast about their area and their businesses.”

As part of the award winning My Destination Info travel network, MyAlgarveInfo is an effective platform for local companies seeking to promote themselves to a wider audience. The online travel network is unique in that it combines local focus with growing global reach. The information on each business featured on MyAlgarveInfo can include photos, maps, videos and virtual tours and feedback from other clients.

Businesses, individuals, societies and charities are encouraged to use the free Algarve Events Calendar to post information about festivals, fairs, workshops, exhibitions and other fun days out in the Algarve (http://algarve.mydestinationinfo.com/en/algarve-leisure ).

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MyAlgarveInfo is part of the global network My Destination Info with over 60 destinations around the world.  Online since 2007, the network uses local experts in each destination backed up by the best design, applications and optimization available to create information websites for the modern traveller. In the Algarve, the local team operates across the entire region from its base in the western Algarve town of Portimão.

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The Portuguese Association for Artificial Intelligence has been organizing Portuguese Conferences on Artificial Intelligence, now held every second year, since 1985. This volume contains selected papers from the Fifth Conference on Artificial Intelligence. The conference has an international status: 62 contributions from 13 countries were received, of which 26 were from Portugal. To guarantee a high scientific standard, all the contributions were reviewed by at least three researchers,and only 20 papers were accepted and included in these proceedings. The papers are organized into sections on constraints, search, knowledge representation, temporal reasoning, planning, diagnosis and repair, and learning.

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The Camping and Caravanning Club

(PRWeb UK) March 24, 2010

Coronation Street stars Steve Arnold and Simon Gregson recently swapped the limelight of the television screens for the more peaceful surroundings of The Camping and Caravanning Club’s Albufeira rally site in Portugal.

The duo, who play Ashley Peacock and Steve McDonald in the hit ITV soap, took time out from their busy schedules to attend the popular Pig Roast, organised by rally stewards Bob and Lyn Geary on behalf of The Club’s Carefree Travel Service.

Steve and Simon mingled with Club members and joined in organised events on site.

“My friend Steve has a caravan on site at Albufeira and we were invited to come along for the Pig Roast,” said Steve, who first appeared on the Street in February 1995, when seen assisting Fred Elliott in his butcher’s shop.

“We had a great time and were made to feel very welcome. My father-in-law has a caravan and I fancy getting one as well. I also used to do a lot of tent camping in Wales when I was a child.”

“It is nice just to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet. The weather in Portugal certainly beats Weatherfield!”

Simon, proprietor of the Rovers Return and co-owner of Street Cars taxi firm, also admitted to being a keen camper and added: “When I was young I camped with my mum and dad in a trailer tent in Cornwall.

“We caught the back end of Hurricane Charley, the tent area flooded and we were the only ones left standing!”

Bob and Lyn Geary, who have been stewarding rallies with The Club for seven years, were delighted to welcome the celebrities to Camping Albufeira, which forms part of The Club’s winter camping programme.

“We found both Steve and Simon very friendly, sociable and down-to-earth and their presence provided the rally with a great boost,” said Club member Bob.

“We have watched Coronation Street religiously for years and love Simon’s wit and Steve’s infectious laugh.

“We hope they return with some of their Street friends in due course.”

The Camping and Caravanning Club’s Carefree Travel Service offers both European and Worldwide holidays. For further information telephone 0845 130 7701 or 024 76 422024 or visit: http://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/travelabroad

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1.    The Camping and Caravanning Club is 109-years-old and is the largest and oldest Club in the world for all forms of camping. It has 110 award-winning sites throughout the UK and, through a partnership with the Forestry Commission, Forest Holidays now runs a further 20 Camping and Caravanning Touring Sites and six Cabin Sites.

2.    http://www.newtocamping.co.uk was launched on Monday, May 18, 2009 and incorporates all forms of outdoor holidays.

3.    National awards include:

    AA Campsite of the Year Heart of England 2010 – Teversal Club Site
    Loo of the Year 2010 – Family Friendly Facilities Overall Trophy Winner
    Loo of the Year 2010 – Individual Category National Award Winner (England)
    Loo of the Year 2010 – Family Friendly National Award Winner (England)
    Loo of the Year 2010 – Individual Attendant Team National Award Winner (Glencoe Club Site – Scotland)
    Loo of the Year 2010 – ‘Champions League’ – Standards of Excellence
    Loo of the Year 2010 – National Category Award Winner (Holiday Parks) – Teversal Club Site (England)
    Loo of the Year 2010 – National Category Award Winner (Holiday Parks) – Dunbar Club Site (Scotland
    CCC Best Certificated Site 2009 – Hill Farm CS, Derbyshire
    David Bellamy Conservation Award 2009 – Verwood Club Site (Gold)
    David Bellamy Conservation Award 2009 – Inverewe Gardens Club Site (Gold)
    David Bellamy Conservation Award 2009 – Horsley Club Site (Silver)
    David Bellamy Conservation Award 2009 – Delamont Country Park (Silver)
    Which Motorcaravan Site of the Year Runner-Up – Little Trethvas Farm CS
    Practical Caravan 2009 Top 100 Parks Regional Winner (Scotland) – Lauder Club Site
    Practical Caravan 2009 Top 100 Parks Regional Winner (north-east) – Bellingham Club Site
    MMM 2009 Camping & Caravanning Site of the Year – Thetford Forest Club Site

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Areas such as Fisherman’s Beach certainly ‘gather em in’ during the summer, and since due to the scorching heat if you simply lie on the beach it would almost certainly feel like you’re in a George Forman Grill! Providing you obtain a towel or lease a deck chair, you will avoid such a painful destiny.

Covering yourself in sun cream is a must during a holiday in Albufeira; this approach ensures that you decrease the battering of the sun’s dangerous heat and the gamble of peeling. In the same context, constantly leave space in your bag for after sun, it is possibly the primary invention ever since the wheel!

Albufeira constantly seems to be more of a family place with many facilities, beaches and eateries situated in close proximity, but the nightlife is also something worth noting. The fact that there is so much going on throughout the year ensures that Albufeira is never short of coach loads of tourists excitably making the transfer to their chosen accommodation.

One of the only downsides of a holiday in this Portuguese hotspot is the forty minute transfer time from the main Faro airport. Even if such a timeframe is not as bad as some places if you’re anything like me then you want your vacation to start as soon as the plane wheels hit the runway. If I could parachute from the plane with my luggage instead of going through the whole airport hassle than I would!

If you have never been to Albufeira then you have missed out on one of the world’s top holiday destinations, do not worry though as there is still time to experience this spectacular resort. Book your break today and find out just why you should enjoy the Albufeira experience.

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Proof of this great history lies in the national symbol of Portugal. If you have closely observed the Portugal flag, you might have noticed that seven forts are represented on it. One of these seven forts, the Paderne Castle, is actually located eight kilometers away from Albufeira in Algarve. The fort in Algarve Portugal dates back to the middle or late 12th century at the time of the Moors occupation and is thought to have been abandoned in the 16th century. While nowadays the Algarve and Albufeira are more well-known known for their historic villas, beach houses and even modern apartments, the value of this fort was actually strategic. It, indeed, controlled an ancient Roman road known as “Via Lusitanorum”.

Whilst the Algarve region offers many opportunities for fans of history, those in search of beautiful landscapes won’t be disappointed! The magnificent hues of the sea and sky in Albufeira Portugal, the shimmering golden sands, the stunning rocky cliffs that line the Algarve coast would be enough to sweep anyone off their feet!!

Albufeira and the remaining region of Algarve in Portugal are best explored by living in a villa, cottage or beach house, as most of them are located very close to the seaside. In addition, you will be able to experience the traditional Portuguese way of life, which is deep rooted in folk culture. If you prefer the comforts or an ultra luxurious life, you could rent a luxury villa in Algarve Portugal with a private pool and many other special facilities. The advantages of renting a villa directly from a local Portuguese owner are that you will learn many handy tips about getting around in Albufeira or the Algarve region and a bite size about the history of your accommodation in Portugal.

House owners are kind to offer recommendations about holiday tour packages, flights, transfers or any other practical advice you may wish to seek during your Portugal holidays. You can enjoy flexible dates for your holiday, and even extend it easily if required, easily avoiding the strict check out timings of resorts or hotels in Portugal. Undoubtedly, no other Portuguese hotel experience could match the thrill or exotic charm of staying in a villa or beach house in Algarve Portugal! Usually this is the way most travellers choose to explore Portugal in its true colour.

The Algarve coast line to the South of Portugal is around 150 kilometres long and is completely dotted with many beauties. Albufeira and other regions along the Algarve Portugal coast, such as Lagos which is a short 60 kilometres drive away, are home to the most beautiful limestone caves and grottoes.

Outdoor activity enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice with numerous picturesque beaches and beach villas, excellent golf courses and golf holiday rentals. Particularly, if you are looking to rent a beach house in Algarve Portugal, you can think about renting a beach house that is customised to suit your needs. A beach house in Algarve Portugal can easily provide you internet connectivity, a heated pool, multiple rooms if you are thinking of inviting friends or extended family, bicycles and other useful household items, basically everything to make your stay in Portugal most comfortable. If you are thinking about Portugal for a memorable honeymoon to spend private time with your partner, then a cosy intimate apartment rental for two might be a more appropriate option.

Albufeira Algarve is also well known by athletes, as high profile runners attend the Almond Blossom Cross Country race that takes place during the spring season. Finally, for those in search of a more festive break in Albufeira, Algarve Portugal, there are a host of options, notably a good concentration of night spots in what is known at ‘The Strip’. Portugal has a bustling night life, and is a great place to unwind and let your hair down, after a busy and stressful life!!

Albufeira is a Portuguese city and a municipality in the district of Faro, Algarve region. The name “Albufeira” is of Arabic origin “Albuhera” and means in Arabic “lagoon”, and in Portuguese, “reservoir” (or sometimes lagoon). The video shows views of the city and its beaches, where surfers ride the waves. We found the beaches particularly attractive because of the many birds we saw such as the Great Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo), the Grey Plover (Pluvialis squatarola), the Little Egret, Egretta garzetta and the Ruddy Turnstone (Egretta garzetta). All of which can been seen in the video.
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Covent Garden, London (PRWEB) September 9, 2009

According to leading hotel website Hotels.com, last minute searches for late summer breaks are up by up to 400% compared to this time last year.

The Croatian beach destination of Split saw the most dramatic increase in last-minute holiday-hunting, with searches up 400% year-on year. Likewise, the popular sunshine destinations of Marrakech in Morocco and Albufeira in Portugal have seen substantial increases in searches (up 350% from a year ago). Closer to home, Nice (up 80%), Venice (up 80%) and Bodrum, Turkey, (up 80%) also saw increased interest.

Alison Couper, director of communications at Hotels.com, said: “The surge in last-minute searches shows travellers are keen to snap up the many great deals to be had. There are some real bargains on September breaks to be found on our site for those who want to get away for some late summer sun.”

Hotels.com offers five-star hotels in both Marrakech and Albufeira and a budget three-star hotel in Santorini that have been attracting the bulk of attention from site visitors.

The Le Meridian N’fis is the site’s most popular Moroccan hotel, offering views of the Atlas Mountains and easy access to the Cascades d’Ouzoud. The hotel’s interior is a mix of oriental and western styles.

In Albufeira, Hotel.com’s most popular hotel this summer has been the CS Sao Rafael Suite Hotel, a five-star hotel with beach access and all the luxuries of a modern hotel. Santorini’s most popular hotel, Best Western Paradise, boasts views over the Mediterranean Sea and is close to the famous castle and is just ten minutes away from Santorini Airport.

Other locations that saw a surge were Tenerife (70%), Sorrento (45%) and Marbella (20%).

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Facilities guests look forward to in Albufeira include innumerable hotels, golf courses, restaurants, apartment blocks and a marina. This and the bustling nightlife of the city, showcases how commerce and tourism continue to grow in this city – especially since it’s close to the Faro Airport. The most in demand are the authentic Portuguese fare clubs and Irish pubs.

Looking at Albufeira, you see a town filled with that typical Algarvian narrow street and lined up with pale white or tiled houses. There are also those that offer modern tourist developments. Guests who prefer the apartments close to the newly constructed Marina e Bryn adore the unique splashes of blues, yellows and pinks. In fact, the locals dubbed these apartments as “Legoland”.

Gastronomic Side of Albufeira

The local specialty in Albufera is steamed shellfish or cataplana. It is a popular derived from Algarve. Then, there’s fish stew or caldeirada and grilled sardines.

Restaurants here range from self service to fast food types. With the long tradition of Portugal on having good food, you can expect your meals to be served hot. Here are some food joints to check-out:

O Bom Garfo – This is located along the Oura zone.

Dream Wave – This is located by the Marina. You can call them at +351-962-003-885.

Teodosio – This is located in Guia. They specialize in Chicken Piri-Piri.

Aside from these eateries, there are also cafes and snack bars in Albufeira but it can be quite expensive.

More about the Nightlife in Albufeira

In Albufeira’s Montechoro section, you’ll discover an exciting nightlife on “the strip”. This place is very popular in the summer time. Young tourists flock here to check-out popular bars like Matt’s Bar, Erin’s Isle, Café del Mar and Linekers. There’s also BJ’s, Mustang, La Bamba and Reno’s as well as Garage, Wild & Co. among others.

Albufeira Accommodations

If you’re looking for a place to stay in this charming city, here are some mid-range lodging facilities to consider:
Vila Gale Atlantico – This lodging facility is an ideal destination for a beach holiday. It is merely 300 meters from Praia da Gale while the heart of the city is merely 6 kilometers away. The address of this hotel is Praia da Gale Lote 7 Apartado 108 8201-902, Albufeira. For inquiries and reservations, call them at +351-289-570-800.

Vila Gale Alagoa – This is situated by the banks of Ria Formosa. Decorations of this accommodation feature an Arabian ambiance mixed with that past Southern Portugal style. Their address is Rua do Municipio Lote 26 8200-916, Albuferia. For inquiries and reservations, call them at +351-289-583-100.

Porto Bay Falesia – Although this accommodation is situated over red cliffs, it still offers direct access towards the beach. Its address is Quinta do Milharo Olhos d’ Aqua, Albufeira. For inquiries and reservations, please call them at +351-289-007-700.
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