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Quarteira is a colourful coastal town in the Algarve. Popular with locals as much as visitors, the resort has retained a traditional charm with its bustling markets and authentic restaurants. Holidays in Quarteira are all about relaxing on the beach, eating well, trying out some water sports or having a round of golf. Perfect for families, couples and group holidays, the resort is easy to reach, just 25 minutes from Faro Airport.

Quarteria's beach is one of the longest in the Algarve, with a pleasant seafront promenade running behind it. With golden sand, beautifully warm waters and good facilities, it is the ideal place to spend all day relaxing, sipping drinks and taking a leisurely swim. The calm, shallow shore is safe for kids to play in. There are all kinds of water sports available when you're after a change of pace.

The stunning Algarve countryside is ideal for a range of activities. Take a steady stroll through the nearby trails, ride a bike, take a horse ride through the hills or have a game of tennis. Like most of the Algarve, Quarteira holidays are great for golfing enthusiasts, with a number of top courses in the area, including championship 18-hole courses with magnificent panoramic views.

Quarteira has a pleasant town centre full of shops, cafés and bars. It is home to one of the largest outdoor markets in the Algarve, which is quite an experience to browse and bargain for local art, crafts, cuisine and much more.

The dining is excellent, focusing on superb seafood caught fresh in Quarteira's harbour. Salt cod and grilled sardines are local favourites, as well as plenty of salmon. The promenade is a lovely place to walk in the evenings. Choose a seafront bar where you can watching the sun go down and try some Portuguese wines.

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