Travelling west along the coast from Lagos, the first place you come to is Praia da Luz, which literally translated means "Beach of Light", a name given to it in Moorish times when beacons were lit to warn fishermen of the approaching dangers from the Moors. Now more of a town, Praia da Luz began life as a small fishing village which has turned into a popular holiday destination with a wide selection of restaurants, bars and shops. This seaside town is perfect for those who want a more peaceful beach holiday without all the hustle and bustle of the bigger, more popular resorts nearer to Faro.
Praia da Luz has much to offer - there is a good sandy beach (blue flag) ideal for sunbathing, relaxing with a book or for children to do all those things they love to do with sand! The rocks and rockpools also provide endless opportunities for investigation.
It has an attractive promenade for strolling along or relaxing on one of the many seats. There are some Roman ruins to see just a few steps up from the seafront and several beachfront bars and restaurants to choose from - watersports activities are available on the beach in the high season too. Praia da Luz has an old fort at one end of the beach and the black rock cliff at the other end which, together with the cliff-top path west to Burgau, provide ample opportunities for some gentle or more energetic walking.
Bikes can be hired in the town, there is a anglican church and a good supermarket stocking many familiar products. Luz is ideally placed, being only ten minutes drive into the town of Lagos and about fifteen minutes drive west from Parque da Floresta Golf and Leisure Resort. There is plenty of choice when it comes to accomodation. Take a look at individual villas and houses with private pools such as Casa Beijaflor, Casuarina and Ponta da Gaivota, houses with a shared pool such as Monte Lemos, apartments such as Crystaluz, Porto do Paraiso, and Estrela da Luz and the 4 * Hotels Belavista da Luz and Luz Bay Club. As well as having something for everyone - Praia da Luz is also a popular destination for those longer winter stays.
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Praia da Luz has much to offer - there is a good sandy beach 
It has an attractive promenade for strolling along or relaxing on one of the many seats. There are some Roman ruins to see just a few steps up from the seafront and several beachfront bars and restaurants to choose from - watersports activities are available on the beach in the high season too. Praia da Luz has an old fort at one end of the beach and the black rock cliff at the other end which, together with the cliff-top path west to 
Bikes can be hired in the town, there is a anglican church and a good supermarket stocking many familiar products. Luz is ideally placed, being only ten minutes drive into the town of Lagos and about fifteen minutes drive west from 
