What is Algarve like in Winter? | Praia da Rocha
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- Опубліковано 15 січ 2021
- We take a walk around Praia da Rocha to show you what the Algarve is like in winter.
It is December 30th 2020
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For anyone who is curious to see what it is like in Praia da Rocha during the winter season. We take a walk along the boardwalk, to the marina and along the man street to give you a glimpse of winter life in the Algarve during Covid times.
What is the weather like?
How much is accommodation?
Is everything open?
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Praia da Rocha was a great place to stay for 7 months, and we were so fortunate to have found such a great bargain with our accommodation!
This was a special price due to the borders being closed for the second lockdown... here's the link to our video to see exactly what we got for €13 per night:
ua-cam.com/video/UWkY21p2PpQ/v-deo.html
thanks for the info!
No complicated drone shots, no crazy editing. Just a simple yet very beautiful video. Great job guys!
Thank you so much. That's us. Just keeping it simple and real and trying to give as much useful information as possible. Thanks for watching. 😁
Thank you for this video, you have given a different perspective on Albufeira that I haven't seen in other videos.
We are so pleased you found this video informative, Ed. Thank you for the great feedback.
Perfect timing - I’ve just made a coffee so I can watch this whilst I drink it! Sunny Portugal will also cheer me up as I look out of my window onto a snowy and icy Yorkshire!
@Andrew Bowdin You've just earned the title of No# 1 viewer! Thank you for your support 😀😁👍 We hope you enjoy the blue skies of the Algarve.
I always wondered what the winters were like along the Algarve- thanks for the answer and great video.
Hello Gar! Thank you for your lovely comment. Winter in the Algarve was colder than we'd expected... we were thankful for woollen jumpers and longjohns 😁😀 - Mandy
Even though we're just across the river from you in Ferragudo, we do love exploring Portimao! We actually walked the boardwalk in December as well and stopped at one of the cafe's for some lunch and walked out to the lighthouse! Your videos are so fun! Luckily we were able to hit some really good restaurants before everything shut down again. Thank you for sharing!! Stay safe dear friends!
The boardwalk along Praia da Rocha is so cool... I love the little bars and restaurants 😁♥️
we're considering visiting Albufeira this upcoming January, Thanks for sharing!
Thank you. Hope this helped you and you have a wonderful time in Albufeira. 👍😊 ~ Lee
Thank you for making this video; I was fascinated. I'm now in this very area in the height of summer. Loving it thus far, and will definitely be returning here rather than Greece or Spain.
Glad you enjoyed the video. We ended up spending 7 months there over winter and through to the end of June when it really started to get busy. It's a lovely place and I really like all the small beaches between there and Praia do Vau. Such a beautiful coastline 😍 ~ Lee
Great walk, going in November 👍 looks fantastic never been to Portugal, always Spain but got a good deal, can't wait ☀️☔🍻😎
Hello Dennis! Apologies for the late reply. We hope you had a great time in Portugal, and are pleased that you enjoyed this video.
Winter looks like the perfect time of year to be on the beach in Portugal...unless you like the crowds of summertime! We used to play the "which yacht would you buy game" back in Portland, Maine. Perhaps yacht life is your next adventure!
Hahhha... Lee keeps talking about buying a yacht and sailing around the Pacific, but a few hours in a kayak might not be enough experience 😂🤣
I think we'll stick with our backpacks and overland travel, and keep enjoying those glorious empty beaches for now! 😁😀🏖
I’m going in Feb next year. Can’t wait!
It's awesome! Hope you enjoy it 😍
Looks beautiful.
It's a great place to spend the winter. There's a fair chance we'll be here for another one! 😊
Yes, this was enjoyable to watch! :¬)
Thank you! 😃😁 It has been so lovely to connect with you through these Portugal videos... this is such a beautiful country.
Algarve...🤍Another 'must see' for us since long ago...
@Paul Kalak The Algarve coastline is spectacular! We did the 7 Hanging Valleys walk a few weeks ago and couldn't believe the stunning beaches, cliffs and sink holes... check that video out when you have time! It's a great place to be over winter, as the prices drop dramatically - it's way out of our budget in the summer months!
The Sun always shines in Portugal!!!
Is there anything better for mental health???
Nice video!!👍🏻👌🏻
Thank you for your lovely comment! It was nice and sunny a lot of the time, but there was a fair bit of rain as well. Apparently it was the wettest winter in years! ~ Mandy
We stayed in Praia da Rocha in the 90s and loved it. I can’t believe how much it’s been developed since then, I hardly recognize it. When we went they still used Escudos, it was way cheaper back then! As other comments mentioned, Portimao is around the corner almost. If you’re missing something you can always go there.
Wow... I can imagine it has really changed a lot there since the 90's. A lot of development since then! Still a beautiful place. I bet it was even more excellent value for money with the Escudo. I wish we'd have gone back then. Thanks for watching. 👍😁 ~ Lee
Me and my boyfriend always play the 'which boat would we buy' game, too!
I think it's Lee's favourite game... and he keeps talking about sailing across the Atlantic 🤣😊
I get seasick but would go along if we could crew on a large yacht 🤣😃
Enjoyed watching this video. My wife and I dream of wintering in the Algarve when we retire. I keep hearing how the apartments there can be very cold in winter. Can you please tell me if you experienced that? Thank you and I'll check out your other Portugal videos. Cheers!
Hi Martin. I'm sure you will love wintering in the Algarve. So many chose to do so. You are correct that many of the apartments are designed for the summer weather and can feel quite cold on some winter days.
Our apartment had an Aircon system which had a heater in and you can set the temperature. We used it a few times on a few January evenings to take the chill off, but not much as we heard electricity is quite expensive (Even though we weren't paying that, it was included). We were getting a great deal on the apartment and didn't want to take advantage and are not so keen on the dry air from Aircon. We're used to putting some extra clothes on and an extra blanket on the bed.
Having visited the Algarve I think it is incredible. All the towns and resorts are so unspoilt the coast and beaches are spectacular and it never seems over crowded or loud even in summer. I much prefered it as a holiday to Spain or any med islands. There is a surprise or great photo around every corner and it is so relaxed. Always hire a car though as some of the best coves and areas are hidden away from the main resorts. I went in 2016 and plan to return this year Covid dependant.
We agree, Charlie. Algarve has plenty to offer for everyone including so many beautiful, unspoiled stretches of coastline. We haven't experienced it in mid summer so can't compare really but enjoyed our time thoroughly there from November through to June. Good tip about having a car as some places are tricky to get to on public transport. So much to see and do. Best of luck with your forthcoming travel plans! 😁 ~ Lee
@@FrugalTravellers Thanks Lee. I visited in first week of September and was told by a local September is the perfect time as just past the peak holiday season. They were actually having a heat wave at the time and forest fires inland in the hills but the weather was amazing and sunsets incredible. I was always impressed with the quality of food and restaurants especially those lovely ones at the back of the beaches. Thanks and enjoy your time.
My home town
It's a great place to be. I'm hoping we make it back down there sometime this winter. 👍 - Lee
This was a great video. I'm in the process of deciding to spend 3 months of winter in Portugal instead of the UK from next year.
I've visited the Algarve a couple of times in the Autumn and Spring and enjoyed the more relaxed non summer period.
And it seems the prices are even cheaper in the winter.
Thanks Yomi. We hope you enjoy your winter stay in the Algarve as much as we did. We were there for 7 months from December until the end of June and loved the quiet, laid-back vibe. This was during Covid times so maybe it was quieter than normal. The weather was still quite pleasant most of the time. We could definitely spend another winter there. Thanks for watching. 👍😊 ~ Lee
Please could you suggest the main towns and places that you would visit in the Algarve on a two week trip in November? Also, is there a train to go to Seville from Faro? Which town in the Algarve do you think is ideal for an expat to move to?
Hello Queen Bee. Thank you for taking the time to comment. I wish we had the knowledge and a wider experience of the Algarve to be able to answer your questions. I would recommend that you watch some of the Algarve Addicts videos as he's an expert in that region. Wishing you all the best! ~ Mandy
Hello thank you for sharing this video. Where can I find the link for the one-bedroom apartment you mentioned? Obrigada!
Hello Karima! Thank you for your comment. I've just made a Pinned Comment and added a link to the video about our great value apartment! Bear in mind it was during the second lockdown so prices had really dropped... it's unlikely they'll be this cheap again. ~ Mandy 😀😁
I think it's very quite because of peak covid time as many people afraid or not able to trave due to restrictions. We are going to Quarteira in December 2022 hope it will be nice there.
Hi Gurdeep. Yes it was definitely quieter than normal then due to COVID restrictions. Tourism has really picked up now in the Algarve. Hope you have a wonderful time in Quartiera in December. Happy travels. 😊👍 ~ Lee
Hello friends, thank you. Have you seen our new house? Hope to see you all also here. Greetings to all from Algarve, Portugal.
Hi. Is your new house here in the Algarve? If so, you chose a beautiful place to live! 👍😁
Morning I would to know the name of the apt ir staying at in the Algarve so I look it that up ? Appreciate you’ll alway have a great videos I enjoy all f them God Bless ❤
Hello Silvana! Thank you for your lovely comment 🙏 All the information you need to know can be found in this video below ⬇️... but do remember that we were there during lockdown in December 2020 so prices were low back then! Mandy 😀😁
ua-cam.com/video/UWkY21p2PpQ/v-deo.html
Good insight 👍 how did you find /source the accomadation you mentioned?
Thank you for your lovely comment! We were very fortunate to have found such great budget accommodation... check out all the details in this video:
⭐ ua-cam.com/video/UWkY21p2PpQ/v-deo.html
~ Mandy 😀😁
thanks guys we will be there all of November and will bring more woolies
Excellent! Have a wonderful time, and we hope you still have some lovely warm beach days 😁😀 ~ Mandy
Lovely beach❤how long do u live in this city? is Portimão divided into residential zones for different socio-economic classes? Where is the nicest area to live in ,apart by the beach? Are there any residential areas to avoid (not nice ones)?thanks)
Thank you for your excellent questions. The only one I can answer is that we lived there for 7 months, and loved it!
Hiya, how long into the year do they still run kayak and boating tours to see the caves? I'm going end of November.
Thank you for the great question! Unfortunately when we were there last November, everything was in lockdown so we're not sure when the boat trips run. Hopefully you'll still be in time at the end of November ~ Mandy
Hello all guys, can anyone advice, how is it with wind at the beginning of may? Is it really windy or ok windy or almost no wind 😁 thank you
Hello Eva. We didn't notice much wind when we were there, but weather patterns are changing all around the world! ~ Mandy
do you think it gets a little warmer/swimming weather in late January? heading there then.
It can be quite unpredictable at that time of year. You may have some glorious days like that one, or you could get rain. The water is fresh but definitely swimmable for us Brits. 😁
Hope you have a wonderful time!
What areas of Praia de Rocha/ Portimao would you recommend for finding a rental? We are planning for Jan-Mar 2022, and there are many choices but hard to get a feel for an area from maps. What do you think of the area around the marina and further north near the bridge to Ferragudo?
Hello KC! We stayed at Plaza Real up on the hill between Portimão and Praia da Rocha for 7 months, and didn't venture out at night, so can only judge by what we saw during the day. Most areas near the centre seem to be mainly high rise, and there are always barking dogs in those apartments! We're fairly cautious and wouldn't book anywhere for 3 months... we tend to stay 1-4 weeks and then extend if we like it. The marina would be closer for the beach and the area near the bridge is closer to restaurants and the centre of town. Let us know how you get on 😃😁 ~ Mandy
@@FrugalTravellers Hmm, interesting approach. I see the positive of not committing in case one doesn't like it, but I would be concerned about not being able to extend and having to go house hunting again. I'm also seeing lower rates for longer term stays, so now I'm not sure what to do! This will be our longest trip to date; usually we are travelling for 3-4 weeks and not staying too long in one place, so I am a little out of my element for planning.
@@KC-is9nx Totally understandable, but we're long term, slow travellers who, especially nowadays, tend not to book too far in advance just in case. If it was us, we'd read the reviews, (looking at properties with at least 10 reviews for a balanced idea), check out Google Earth and Trip Advisor for more info... and then go for the best value place possible 😃😁 We're looking at maybe booking at Studio 17 for 2 months, January and February, as Plaza Real is too expensive for us. We wouldn't book yet though as the prices tend to drop closer to the stay... but I'm guessing you might not be comfortable with that. The advantage there is that all bills are included! ~ Mandy
@@FrugalTravellers yup, I think being "medium term" might be the problem; sort of stuck in the middle between two types of planning/travelling. Poor us. ;-) .
@@KC-is9nx Hahhha... poor you, indeed 🤣😂 Realistically, we can only advise you on what we know and would do...and we're probably heading to Studio 17 in February, but won't book until December when hopefully the prices will drop. We might see you in the Pingo Doce restaurant one day! 😃😁 ~ Mandy
I guess we do not need a coach in march then, thanks :)
It's amazing how erratic the weather can be. I'd take something warm just in case. We are currently further north on the Silver Coast which is always a bit colder and we get the odd coat day here. 😬. I'd quite like to be back down in the Algarve! 😁 ~ Lee
@@FrugalTravellers Thanks Lee for the advice. I will virually say Hi to both of you when I land tomorrow. You guys inspired my trip there :) x
@@JasenomadeTV Wow, that is so lovely! It will be great to hear how your trip goes, and we hope you love Portugal as much as we do! 😁😃🇵🇹 ~ Mandy
I always called those 20cl beers an imperial. I have a feeling the north calls it something different from the south?
They have 2 sizes in the Algarve: Imperial at 20cl/200ml and Caneca - either 40cl/400ml or 50cl/500ml. In Porto we saw a bar with 3 sizes: Imperial 200ml; another one for 300ml; and Caneca 400ml... it's in one of our many Porto videos but I can't remember which one 🤣😊
@@FrugalTravellers mmmm beeer. Any size is good! 🤤
@@PlanetImo Hahhha... I loved your reaction to the Peroni in the Italian restaurant on your Isle of Wight video 😁😊🍺🍻
In the north pressure beer is called "Fino" 20cl, "Príncipe" 30cl, "Caneca" 40 cl or 50cl, "Litrosa" for 1L
Are most of the places closed due to the season? We are visiting, God willing in January with kids and want to enjoy experiences.
Hi there. I think in this instance more things were closed than usual due to Covid restrictions such as some bars and restaurants. However I think a lot of water activities like the water parks and boat trips do shut down for the winter period. It's best to check online with any specific ones you had in mind in advance.
@@FrugalTravellers thanks
Hello! What's the weather usually like in late October?
Hi, We were in Porto and Lisbon in October and didn't arrive in Algarve until late November. We had some clear sunny days during those first weeks but there were also plenty of cooler, cloudy and rainy days. We used our raincoats and jumpers on a few occasions. Bring clothes for all weathers.
@@FrugalTravellers Ok, thanks on that. We do just that come the time.
Great video. How do find it as foreigners in the Algarve and in Portugal in general. Do you find the locals to be welcoming? Is there xenophobia?
Hello Queen Bee. We found the locals to be friendly and helpful, and most people spoke English very well. ~ Mandy 😀😁
Do you run into any problems crossing borders via bus. Since most eu countries are locked down. Or because you are transiting through the country and not staying the don’t have a problem?
We were fortunate to cross into Portugal via France and Spain at the beginning of November when borders were still open. In theory, if FlixBus still has tickets for sale then the border should be open BUT as most European countries are now restricting entry to citizens and residents I'd assume non-citizens or non-EU citizens wouldn't be able to enter. They're the measures recently implemented by Portugal.
We always check the Safe Communities Portugal website for up-to-date information, or join the Facebook groups of whichever country we're looking at, as they tend to have the most recent information. Good luck with your search.
Nicer in winter, empty beaches
We completely agree, Aaron. The difference at Nazaré between summer and winter is crazy!
@@FrugalTravellers I am visiting portimao in January, I did last year & it was beautiful 😍 . 🇬🇧
Does Algrave hv Narcotics Anonymous meetings
I wouldn't at all be surprised if they did.
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We love the Algarve! 😁😃