I had success with phone bookings for a couple of the more popular places. The best time is usually after they’re open for evenings and before the rush hits
This week it has been a mixture for us. Some places are happy to add a tip to the card charge but others say they cannot add it. We’ve been spending a mixture o...
I had Monzo recommended to me a few years ago and have been happily using it in Alvor over the past few visits both as payment and in ATMs. Wise uses exactly t...
Thank you so much for all the replies and advice. We will review our plans accordingly and possibly make some adjustments where sensible. I have to say that whe...
Hi Kibbles, Many thanks for the considered answer. Part of our planning is a couple of days in Carmel and Sta Barbara was to give us additional time to explore ...
Thanks, have now done this 👍🏻
Hey all I’m Laurie (male) and having recently retired been planning for a trip to California in September. One part of this trip was going to be a drive down P...
Hey all I’m Laurie (male) and having recently retired been planning for a trip to California in September. One part of this trip was going to be a drive down PC...
Hi CAM, You didn't mention if you thought the Lyric was worth visiting :o)
I know where you mean Paul, it used to be the Verandor Cafe about 12 years ago. The grandma in there did a mean cheeseburger which was handy before the 3 Palms ...
Hey Newbury Red if TA did a [LIKE] button your post would get it! The favourites list here baffles me as there are plenty of excellent restaurants who just don'...
We usually got to Alvor twice a year and next month will be the only one for us this year sadly, although we are going on a long autumn trip elsewhere. We went ...
All booked thanks. Luis was prompt and is cheaper than 3 others!
Hi, When reviewing the restaurant list there is a definite bias towards curry houses and pizza places. I know where to get the best pizza (Roccos) and the best ...
The best stroganoff used to be in Chef Joao, but since Chef passed away we've not been back. Por do Sol do a good one too
Hi Lofty, Saw your comment re Happy Days... we're out of touch and looking to book a transfer for the carnival weekend. Are they really good? Do you know what t...
Thanks for the update Cubsur We’re coming over next week and wondering how much more things will cost us. The usual measure is the price of a caipirinha in the...
Use the local Uber they are fully licensed and convenient Much easier if you’re a distance from town
Whilst as Terry says there are many excursions to be had down by the harbour, at the moment most are running reduced services. We were to get a water taxi over ...
You will still have a great time. As others have said the bars with nothing formal kitchen will have to close at 8pm so if you want a drink after dinner you mig...