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Vilamoura is the name given to an area rather than to any actual town. It is outstanding in that it is one of the largest single tourist complex in Europe and covers some 2.000 hectares of land. The land is variable in its vegetation, some parts covered in pine forests whilst others open recovered marshland. The company that owns this complex is extremely environmentally conscious and has made every effort is being made to protect nature within its continued planned development.

One look at the hoards of tourists coming through Portugal's international airports and it is hard to believe that there was actually a time when the country was an off the beaten path destination. That time is now clearly over. Buying property in Portugal is no longer an exotic pursuit - especially for Brits and Europeans. Places like Algarve, the country's southernmost region, have seen an explosion of resorts.

Vale do Lobo, the Europe's finest golf and beach resort, a world of leisure and luxury awaits. Situated just 20 minutes from Faro International Airport, with direct flights from most major European cities in under 3 hours, Vale do Lobo offers a completely holistic experience unlike any other. Located in the heart of the prestigious vale do lobo resort, just twenty minutes from faro airport in the centre of the algarve, nestles an exclusive new development waiting for you to discover...   

The Algarve remains one of those enduringly popular locations for UK citizens to spend their well-earned breaks – the climate is marvellous, there are golf courses on every street corner it seems and the people are genuinely welcoming and helpful.  Not surprisingly, therefore, Brits have been avidly buying property on the Algarve for years.  And prices for property in the Algarve are looking very reasonable.