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 Carved out of the hillside between the cosmopolitan town of Lagos and the historic maritime port of Sagres, lies Parque da Floresta. About 3 kms from the coast and overlooking the charming fishing village of Salema, this is a perfect base from which to explore the natural park of Costa Vicentina and the truly unspoilt villages, deserted sandy beaches, such as  Figueira, and secluded coves of the Western Algarve. Parque da Floresta is only 20 minutes drive from the Forteleza de Sagres where Henry the Navigator had his Maritime School, Cape St Vincent lighthouse on the most westerly point of Europe and the little populated beaches of the west coast where the west winds coming off the Atlantic whip up the waves so popular with the sand yachters and surfers. This coastline is well worth exploring for the spectacular views it offers.
 There is a selection of accommodation to choose from ranging from 2 bedroom houses and 3 bedroom houses with use of the magnificent resort pool to villas with 3 bedrooms, 4 bedrooms and 5 bedrooms individually set in their own gardens with private swimming pools. Properties are categorised as standard,  superior or deluxe - the variation reflecting age, furnishings and facilities. All properties are equipped to the highest standards including quality kitchen appliances (hob, oven, fridge and washing machine) and satellite TV with access to the free channels. Superior properties feature excellent standards of decor and furnishings throughout and the well equipped  kitchens benefit from the addition of a dishwasher and microwave. Deluxe properties are the ultimate in comfort and design and provide a luxurious holiday environment. A complimentary welcome pack is provided for your arrival.
Guest facilties at Parque da Floresta are numerous. There is a babysitting/child care service, 24 hour reception with multingual staff, safety deposit boxes and an ATM machine, foreign currency exchange, internet service, doctor available (24hours), hair studio, seasonal activity clubs for children &  Parque Football Academy and special events and entertainment.
A wide choice of restaurants is available within a 5 - 10 minute drive but there is also a variety of dining options available on your doorstep at Parque da Floresta. The O Parque Restaurant serves breakfast - full English and continental from 07.30 to 11.00 hours and an a la carte menu in the evening from 19.00 hours to 22.00 hours. The Spike Bar is open daily from 8 'til late for snacks and light meals and the poolside Blue Lagoon Restaurant also offers light meals and  snacks from 12.00 - 17.00 hours with the bar open for slightly longer. Vicentino's Trattoria is open from 12.00 - 22.30 hours for Italian dishes and pizzas to eat in or take away.
 Recreational facilities of all kinds are available for those of you who wish to mix a little lounging in the sun with some more energetic activities. The two outdoor heated pools (1 for children & 1 for adults) are located in the centre of the village.
The Health & Beauty Spa & Fitness Centre, Spa Floresta, offers a range of treatments and therapies, as well as a  personal fitness and exercise programme. The facilities are superb and include an air conditioned gymnasium and exercise studio, heated indoor pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi and hair studio. The steam room, sauna and jacuzzi are reserved exclusively for adult use (over 16 years of age) and the indoor pool is only available  to under 16s, accompanied by an adult, between 08.30 - 12.00 hours. Click here to see Spa Floresta 4 & 7 night spa breaks.
There are four floodlit tennis courts with a choice of surface from hard court to artificial grass court. Bookings for courts are taken at reception and lessons are available, especially for juniors and beginners.
 The Parque da Floresta 18 hole par 71 golf course was designed by the Spaniard, Pepe Gancedo. With no two holes even remotely similar, the variety the course offers is endless. The Vigia Golf Academy has the latest in video and computer technology to help analyse your swing and the resident PGA qualified professionals are on hand to offer tips  on how to improve your game. Guests at Parque da Floresta benefit from generous discounts on green fees and we are able to pre-book your tee times, on request. There is a short game practice area and the golf shop stocks most of what you could need. Click here to see the great golf packages on offer.
 Bowls, mountain biking and horse riding are all on hand at Parque da Floresta with watersports activities available nearby.
The holiday experience that Parque da Floresta offers is unique in the Western Algarve. The summer starts early and ends late here and this scenic destination is an ideal choice whether you are seeking a relaxing summer holiday in the sun, a revitalising spa break or a more activity based holiday. Parque da Floresta has all the right ingredients to make your holiday one to remember.
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