Clear blue sky, and late 20’s; time to do a summer holiday at the beach – ie sit on it in costume, under parasol, full suntan lotion, be prepared to go in the water. What a perfect beach. It’s a little boat ride across the river – part of the Ria Formosa nature reserve area for 1.50 eu return, and then just glorious. And I actually went into the Atlantic, and then dried off without sitting under the parasol.
Cycled to town of Tavira today – about 4 miles away; absolutely loved it – reminded me of St Martin de Re on Ile de Re in France, but alot less understated. The buildings are beautiful. Also am realising that it’s great to be enjoying this weather now in May – around 25 – 27deg today, without the holiday crowds which people have indicated there are in late July/August.
Easy journey from Dos Hermanos, near Seville, to just across the border and into the Algarve, staying at the above campsite, without electricity, for an extremely reasonable price, even including a discount for the ASCI card.
Must give campsite a plug, for its location – just 1km down the road to a lovely sea-front, train station with regular trains along the coast to Faro etc, 5 kms from this recommended town Tavira, good wifi, fantastic shower, and lovely swimming pool – yes in operation, altho’ water temperature is only 17deg, so will not be taking a dip unless the temperature rises more than the forecast of a very pleasant early 20s,
Well – indeed a fabulous city to visit – nice campsite to stay at at town called Dos Hermanos; half-hourly air-conditioned (very welcome, even at mid to late 20’s) bus within 50 metres of the site for the sum of 1.70eu.
There was a feria day on Wednesday and the obviously proud citizens were already parading about in their traditional finery.
Wanted to see this city, so stayed at the above campsite across the bay at Puerta de Santa Maria and got the water ferry from there – about 30 min crossing for 2.75 euro. Enjoyed doing a 2-hour walking tour around the centre. Can see the naval influences, some of the buildings reminded me somewhat of Plymouth. Worth the visit, and campsite reflecting the european campsite dwelling diversity which is really fun.
Lovely setting for this site, and only 3 – 4 km cycling from Tarifa. These beaches are very much kite-surfing destinations. Tarifa – very pleasant small historic port and walled streets, and town plus area has a more ‘young’ vibe, due to the kite-surfing. Possible to get a ferry across the 15 or so kms to Tangiers. Good accessible motorhome service area/garage including LPG on edge of town with supermarkets, and also motorhome service/repair centre.
