Found in the extreme south of the country, Faro Portugal is the capital of the cherished Algarve region. It was the last region to be taken by the Portugese king from the Moors in the late 13th century. Exceptional architecture such as chimneys, terraces and whitewashed homes are left behind by the Moors as remnants of the past and add much to the appealing nature of the region.

Excellent Portugal beaches and fantastic nightlife are both within reach in Faro Portugal. The Ria Formosa which is a beautiful natural lagoon can be found in Faro as can the ever-loved pink flamingo, often seen taking off from th different beaches. There are also numerous islands that are a favorite of visitors. Ilha de Faro is connected to the mainland by road. There are some amenities there such as restaurants, a scattering of beach houses and a few other facilities for travelers. Ilha de Barreta is the most loved of the island with its calm and peaceful atmosphere. There is no ferry connection so tourists must hire a boat to get there but it’s worth visiting this undisturbed location in Faro Portugal even just to have the beach almost to yourself.

Faro Airport is the gateway to Algarve and flying in here makes it possible to arrange a Faro car hire. Going through the arrival hall visitors will find a car rental desk just ahead where Avis, Hertz, and Budget are the main Faro car hire desks. A few miles drive will take you to the city center. There are also many Faro car hire agents offering car rentals for the Algarve region who try to pass on volume discounts to visitors.

Taxis are also readily available for a Faro car hire and can take you from the airport to your hotel. There are several Faro car hire agencies which offer online discounts of up to as much as 40 percent off. Most offer unlimited mileage and some allow an extra driver for no additional charge. Taxis can easily be taken to attractions too far to walk to.

Cheap flights to Faro can be had easily from other cities in Portugal if driving is not an option. There are many airlines that fly into Faro Airport including British Airways, Ryanair and EasyJet. Ryanair is fairly well known for offering cheap flights to Faro as is EasyJet. A large number if European airports service flights to Faro and the UK has roughly 20 airports itself that offer regular scheduled flights to the region serviced by about 10 different UK airlines.

When you want to book accommodations and car rental, try a vacation package which could include a cheap flight to Faro when all paired up. The biggest benefit of flying from the UK to Faro is that the time zones are the same. No jet lag! Flight times are also short with about two and a half hours spent in the air. Once arrived and settled be sure to visit the ancient town of Estoi which encompasses the traditional essence of the Algarve. Visitors will find a 16th century church, fascinating Roman ruins, the magical old Estoi Palace and more in this interesting little town.

A Faro vacation package can be the most convenient way to plan your holiday. A package can be arranged in several different ways depending on how and where you would like to travel. Faro vacation packages can include car, hotel and flight or train tickets and hotel accommodation or a combination. Additional options include meals as well as a choice of hotels with different star ratings.

If acquiring a car for transportation be sure to take a leisurely drive around the area and visit attractions such as the ancient Roman ruins of Santa Barbara de Nexe or Conceicao, another typical charming Algarve village where the vibrant, single story houses are an attraction on their own.

Normally a Faro vacation package including flight, hotel and car rental offer the best prices as usually the more options you choose for a package lower the individual prices. Extras such as tours and guides can also be added to make you Faro vacation as convenient as possible and allow guests to learn a lot about the area’s history.

The Marina, shopping, dining and the friendliness of Faro locals make the area a great place for a holiday. Rio Formosa offers a look at the areas flamingos which can be seen taking flight from the coastline. Village life sails along at a relaxing pace and gentle hills decked in fruit trees frame the landscape of this fun and easygoing town.