The Algarve, located in the extreme south of Portugal, is a region blessed with more than 300 days of sunshine a year and a coastline of breathtaking beauty. It is traditionally divided into the Barlavento (west), characterized by its iconic rock formations and hidden coves, and the Sotavento (east), with its extensive sand islands and the labyrinth of channels of the Ria Formosa. Beyond its world-famous beaches, the Algarve offers towns steeped in Moorish history, an inland mountain range perfect for hiking and a hospitality that invites you to enjoy life at a leisurely pace.