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Vilamoura Holidays

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Area Info
Destination Airport (FAO)

A small and friendly self catering break in the excellent Portuguese resort of Vilamoura.

Prices from £168

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Description

3* Rio Apartments – 7 or 14 nights - self catering

Location Vilamoura

Vilamoura is only 22 km away from Faro and is a fantastic resort with an enviable range of facilities including golf and watersports. The resort is set amongst the backdrop of some breathtaking scenery and is divided with pine woodland. The resort boasts two excellent, shimmering sandy beaches called Marina and Falesia, which are home to plenty of watersports and crystal clear waters. There is an exclusive marina, which features plenty of shops and some swanky, clothes boutiques aswell as the enviable boats. The nightlife in the resort is very cosmopolitan as there are plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars and nightclubs to keep everyone amused.

Your holiday price includes: Direct flights and accommodation for 7 or 14 nights on a self catering basis.

Accommodation description

The Rio apartments are a small, friendly apartment complex made up of 64 apartments / studios set in lush gardens. The apartments are located in a quiet location, just 2km from Vilamoura beach, Marina and centre. There is a tourist train stopping outside the complex regularly to take you into the centre. The complex is ideal for those searching for a quiet and relaxing holiday, ideal for golfers or people who would like to explore the delights the resort of Vilamoura has on offer.

Complex facilities

Swimming pool
Children’s pool
Pool Bar
Restaurant
Sun terrace with loungers
Golf facilities
Occasional entertainment
Dry cleaning

Room facilities

The complex has 64 apartments / studios

Bathroom / shower
Trouser press
Kitchenette with fridge and tea and coffee making facilities
Safety deposit box
Direct dial telephone

Food and Beverage

Restaurant
Pool bar

Kid's facilities

2 childrens pools

In our opinion

‘... Offers comfortable accommodation in a relaxing location, ideal for families, couples and golf enthusiasts…’

Optional extras

The tour operator will be able to organise transfers to the hotel if required.
In-flight meals are not included but can be added for £10-£15 per person via the request box.
Transfer prices are a coach transfer from £13.00.
In-flight meals is £10-£15 per person if available

Infants: £35

Please note

The following extra charge will apply when paying by credit card – 2% for Visa/MasterCard/Electron (Diners Card and Amex cannot be accepted). £1 charge per person will be made for debit cards.

Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.

Vilamoura Information

Vilamoura Highlights...

May temperature
December temperature
Good for Couples
Places to Explore
Good for families
Dining Out
February temperature
Nature/Wildlife
Lively Nights
Golf course
Riding
September temperature
Casino
All Beaches
Good Shopping
Bistros & Cafés
March temperature
Modern Resort
Marina / Harbour
Local Markets
Cheap to Eat Out
July temperature
August temperature
Enjoyable Walks
Watersports
Sandy beach
Plenty to do
Transfer in 1hr
April temperature
October temperature
November temperature
Flight in 2.5hrs
Theme / Aqua Park
June temperature
Ancient Sites
January temperature

Nearest Airport : Faro (FAO)

Destination Airport

Faro Airport

Airport Information

Country

Portugal

Address

Faro Airport, 8001-701 Faro, Portugal

Country Code

351

Telephone

(0)289 800 800

Fax

(0)289 818 802

E-mail

faro.airport@ana-aeroportos.pt or contactar@ana-aeroportos.pt

Website

www.ana-aeroportos.pt

Location

The airport is located 4km (2.5 miles) from Faro

Time Zone

GMT (GMT + 1 from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October)

Number of Terminals

Driving Directions

Departures and Arrivals are clearly signposted from the airport junction of the EN125.

Car Parking

Car park P1 is short-term parking located in the Departures area and P3 in the Arrivals area. Car park P2 is long-term parking and is located behind car parks P1 and P3. Hire cars are located in a separate car park.

Car Hire

Auto Jardim, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Nationa/Alamo, Rentauto and Sixt are all represented, with counters located in the Arrivals area.

Public Transport

Road: Taxi: Taxis can be caught from outside the terminal building, near the Arrivals concourse. Bus: Buses can also be caught outside the terminal building. Several town buses operate between the airport and various locations in central Faro (passengers should check the timetable posted near the information desk at the meeting point). AEROBUS provides a shuttle service between the airport and the city centre between June and October. Passengers should check with the airport beforehand to make sure the AEROBUS is operating.

Information and Help Desks

There is an information service desk at the meeting point in the terminal building. Passengers can contact the information service (tel: (0)289 800 617) for details of flights, disabled facilities, opening hours and public transport timetables. Cultural and tourist information is also available on arrival from the ICEP desk.

Airport Facilities

Money and communications: There are banks in both the Arrivals and Departures concourses, with ATMs located nearby. A bureau de change and post office are located in the Arrivals concourse. Eating and drinking: There are several restaurants and food outlets at the airport. Shopping: There are duty-free and tax-paid shops at the airport, offering a wide variety of goods. Luggage: There is a lost property facility near the meeting point (tel: (0)289 800 688). Other facilities: There are travel agencies.

Conference and Business Facilities

A conference room is, exceptionally, available for hire in the terminal building; facilities for up to 65 delegates include TV and video. For further information on business facilities, contact the airport manager (fax: (0)289 818 802) stating your requirements. Passengers wishing to use the CIP Lounge (tel: (0)289 800 787) should enquire at the information desk.

Disabled Facilities

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or assistance should inform their airline at the time of booking. Lifts and disabled toilets are located throughout the airport. Disabled passengers can park in reserved spaces in the car park opposite the terminal building.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels on-site, although the Ibis Faro (tel: (0)289 806 771) is only 2km (1 mile) from the airport. Other hotels in the area include the Lti Alfamar Beach & Sport Resort, Hotel Faro and Hotel Monaco. Information about hotels in the vicinity of the airport is available from the information service (tel: (0)289 800 617).