Quarteira, Faro, Portugal
It’s been a busy couple of months so we’ve been enjoying this three day sojourn on the Algarve Coast. We’d booked a two bedroom unit in Quarteira and were delighted to find it just perfect for a short R&R break. Neither of us are the lie on the sand and bake in the sun type of girls so our shaded balcony has been lovely. The Algarve Coast is a very popular holiday destination for the rest of Europe. It seems thousands have arrived here already but we’re told it’s not the high season yet so I guess they’re expecting thousands more.
The temperature here is a bit too high for our comfort. It was 41° when we got back in the car the other day but thankfully we haven’t experienced that temperature again. It is around 36° most days though. We stay inside in the air conditioning through the heat of the day only coming out after 6 when the sun starts to lose its power. The evenings are a lovely temperature and we’ve spent the last two sitting outside around our table on the balcony.
Sheila has a Newfie friend living here, Mildred. Mildred is married to Lionel who was born in Portugal so they have the lovely lifestyle of spending half their time in Canada and half in Portugal, the best of both worlds. Enid and Howard are also here so it was a Newfie reunion last night. Sheila, Mildred and Enid all taught together in Labrador City many moons ago. Lionel and Howard were also working there at the time so they had lots to reminisce about. Loulé is Lionel’s hometown. It’s about 20 minutes from Quartiera where we’re staying. They all had to get together last night because Lionel and Mildred are off to Lisbon today. They’re mad keen football (soccer) fans and Portugal is playing Bosnia in the European Championship Qualifying Playoffs tonight in Lisbon.
On our way here from Morena we drove further down the coast to see the coastline around Lagos. Spectacular rock formations. It’s a beautiful coastline. That’s where we experienced the 41°! There were lots of roadworks going on with new boardwalks being built along the coastline, I assume to preserve the fragile cliff edge. We loved seeing the coastline but we were happy to leave the chaos behind us.
We’ve done very little for the last three days. The occasional walk, a bit of market shopping and socialising. Enid and Howard went for a dip in the ocean and report it to be chilly but very refreshing.
Tomorrow is our last day with the car. We’ll be driving to Seville to drop it off.
Claire
2023-06-17
A grand Newfie reunion in Portugal - fantastic! You all look so happy. 😀👍😀
Ange K
2023-06-17
What magnificent scenery and wonderful reunioning 🤩 A great way to catch up on some of the rest your bodies may need. I'm afraid I would melt in those temps 😅🤣😅
Joc
2023-06-17
I’m sure it’s been nice to have had some down time. Those Newfies pop up everywhere!
Beth
2023-06-17
The Algarve Coast... one of my dream destinations, Leanne. One day perhaps??? Photos are fabulous. Enjoy. X
Allan
2023-06-17
What a well-deserved and restful break ! Enjoy the socialising and hopefully great food and wine. Seville is a beautiful city - I loved it ! The elevated boardwalk/ platform/ lookout in the centre of town is a treat! And of course, the tower, cathedral and palaces are spectacular. Enjoy . XXX
Jenny
2023-06-17
What a perfect place for some well earned down-time! Great to see the sun still shining and those beautiful blue skies too…you have had some incredible weather…enjoy!
Carole
2023-06-17
Looks lovely Leanne, and glad to see you’re enjoying some downtime. How long are you in Seville for? We’re heading there on Monday for three days!!
Karen
2023-06-17
Now that is my idea of a holiday. What happens after Seville?
Marl
2023-06-17
A few more restful days must have been great.
Kate
2023-06-17
Hi gals, I’ve missed a few posts but glad you’ve had some relaxing down time in amongst all the fabulousness. X
Helen
2023-06-18
A very well deserved leisurely break Leanne and Sheila.
Liz Davis
2023-06-18
Wonderful experience to meet up with friends on a trip overseas. And a local couple too! An added bonus.
Suzanne
2023-06-18
Pleased you had a quiet time relaxing and socializing with Shelia`s friends. Have fun in Seville it is a lovely town. We spent a week there at Christmas time when living in England.
Karen K
2023-06-18
Enjoy some relaxing time and enjoy Seville. It was my favourite place in Spain.