Padel is booming in Portugal, and the Algarve has many courts, often at resorts like Vilamoura or Vale do Lobo. Tennis academies are here too.
Insider tip
Book a court in the cooler morning or evening hours; rackets can usually be rented on site.
The best way to experience the Benagil cave: paddle inside yourself by kayak or stand-up board, rather than only viewing it from a boat.
ActivitiesBoat trips from the marinas of Albufeira, Vilamoura or Lagos search for wild dolphins in the Atlantic, often combined with a coastal cruise.
ActivitiesThe Algarve is one of Europe s top golf destinations. The Salgados course runs right along the lagoon, with more top courses around Vilamoura.
