Vilamoura in detail: moving to Portugal
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Hi, I'm Nick and I've been living in the Algarve for 20 years. Today I'm showing you what life is really like in Vilamoura, as apparently many people are keen to buy houses close by to this beach side resort town in the Algarve. I hope you enjoy it!
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Hey, Nick. This is great! As I mentioned before, I spent 15 years in Portugal (Tomar 5, Lisbon 10) and whenever I go back now, I always stay in an apartment right above that Spa you drove past (Edificio Tivoli, which belongs to a friend of mine -the apartment, not the Spa!). I never liked Vilamoura at first, but it really has grown on me. I also remember walking through Quarteira when there was only the beach and the first row of bars/shops and no other construction. The no-mans-land you spoke of was a shanty town occupied by gypsies. Totally different now, eh? I really miss it. Already looking forward to your next video!! Thanks, Nick
That's great insight Glen, you must have had some good holidays there.
I love maps, so this was a really enjoyable video. would love to see more like this, especially Lagos.
Hi Kathy, I'll get on to Lagos as soon as I can, thanks for watching!
Great videos. Really appreciate the content you're producing to help get an idea of Algarve. Vilamoura looks exactly like my kind of place!
Glad you enjoyed it Chaitu 👍🏼
Cool touch to put old photos in the beginning
You should reconsider Ecuador...pussies not welcomed in the Iberian Peninsula.
Cheers Marty👍🏼 More coming in the Carvoeiro video coming up.
CHEGA!
Thanks, Nick you're such a sincere gentleman. My wife and I truly enjoy watching your super informative videos. You have found a unique way of presenting what each city and town has to offer to interested people such as myself. Thank you again for all your efforts. Hope you meet you someday soon.
Sincerely
Dario 🇨🇦
Thanks Dario, that's so kind of you!
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It's so nice to watch your you tube videos especially at the moment as we are not allowed to travel there, but can't wait until we can again, it won't come quick enough for me. We bought a villa 4 years ago now and it was the best thing we have ever done and love every part of Vilamoura, it is our 'happy place!'
Aaah lovely, yes it must be wonderful having a place near the sea. I hope you manage to return soon.
Thanks for a superb video! Probably one of the best most informational videos that I've seen. Excellent usage of drones, drive by's and maps. I believe that anyone interested in the Algarve would be interested in this video and similar videos of other towns. We find Vilamoura to be a really great town to visit and possibly move to.Keep up the great work!
Wow, thank you so much. That's wonderful to read and I'm glad you enjoyed it. 🙏
Absolutely great! Your videos are very informative. They are real. Thanks!
Thanks Raja👍🏼
Loved your comment about the Algarve being about 'outdoor things did we did when we were kids'. Looking forward to moving to Algarve in October 2023. Cheers!
Another great and informative video. I have watched a number Josh’s videos,they’re also great.
Very good presentation from both of you.
Thanks Alexander 👍🏼
Excellent video, Nick! Very helpful; thanks.
Thanks for watching Eugene 👍🏼
Great video and appreciated the precise tour and important information.
Thanks Sarah
Stayed in '18 for a few weeks (R. da Belgica), lovely place.
Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼
Terrific video. Especially appreciate the comments relative to other cities. Very thankful for the school information.
I'm glad you enjoyed it Mark👍🏼
Have lived between Vilamoura and UK for 11 years. Vilamoura ìs modern and affluent but not intimidating, the Old Village is worth a mention if only for its originality. Quarterira is as you say authentic Portugal. Vilamoura as it sits between makes a great base and within easy reach of the N125 taking you to Tavira for the one day or Silves in the other direction for another. Shopping malls if wanted in Guia and Faro-20 mins either way. Fantastic location!
Thanks for sharing Anna 👍🏼
These videos are so good. Thanks 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You're welcome Mark. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
My father bought a small holiday cubicle house near The Old Course in '73. When we went to the harbour, there was basically just hotel Dom Pedro. We were allowed to use the pool of the Hotel Appartemento do Golfe, as we were returning guests each year. It was all laid back and friendly.
I think our small development and neighbouring Aldeio do Golf were the only developments in those years.
I still can smell the pine trees, love how the higher parts are built into the woods, so to speak.
On special occasions we went to restaurant Casa Velha in Quinta do Lago. It was an cosy old farm house on top of an otherwise empty hill... Ahh those were the days...
Another good video, Nick. Well done!
Cheers John 👊🏼
Congratulations on this great video! A lot of work on it.
Thanks for that 👍🏼You're right about the work part 🤣
fabulous video tour thank you Nick
Cheers John, always good to hear from you 😎👍🏼
Nice video, thank you Nick!
Thanks for watching Antti 👍🏼
I would love to see eastern Algarve. Thanks!
Noted Annette. Thanks for watching 👍🏼
Thanks for your videos . Very helpful !!!!
You're welcome Suy 👍🏼 Thanks for watching.
loved it. miss it...thank you very much.
You're welcome Joanne. 👍🏼
Great job! Thank you. I will share it.
Thanks Isabel 😊
Hi Nick. Love your work and tips on shopping, activities, & culture. First class work! If I may, my selfish request is your overview (or two) of the eastern Algarve, eg. Faro, Tavira and VRSA. Hope to do a few reconnaissance trips once Covid blows over. Cheers!
Thanks for the compliment, much appreciated. I have a Tavira video lined up so watch this space and subscribe 👍🏼
Amazing resort . Love it 😍
Your videos are so very helpful in getting a feel for the Algarve and the maps and satellite views help tremendously. I'm trying to decide whether Portugal is the right retirement locale and, if so, which part. Your videos have been invaluable.
Thank you so much, it really means a lot to me. My main goal with these videos has been to help you, so I'm really happy that they do!
Great video! Lovely to watch and very informative. Thanks, mate.
I’m hoping to find out more about home prices in this city and all of the Algarve, so I’ll look.
Good man, thanks for watching 👍🏼 Check out some of the property platforms which I am sire you have found by now.
delightful!
Great video 👍🏾 Thank you
You're welcome Della👍🏼
Love the historical aspect to the Vilamoura video 👍
Thank you Janys 👍🏼
Hi Nick fascinating info as usual. Cupertino de Miranda was my father's Godfather. Humble, a self made man - I never knew this story. Def old school. His legacy lives on then. Thks look forward to more of your videos. Happy New Year!
Wow, that's amazing Vyvien, he sounds like an incredible man.
You mentioned the surf in this video and it reminded me of "the wedge" in Newport Beach, California that I tried surfing at ... ONCE. 😄 I nearly drowned its that treacherous at high tide.
The wedge looks super crazy online! We have a micro version in Vilamoura.
Great overview. Since you asked, do a similar vid on Lagos please, cheers!
Certainly :) it may take a while though.
OMG, that video was so good Nick, when I think that we were going on holidays in the late 80's with my parents there, and look at what it has become... A very astonishing city, actually, each time when we were visiting, all the area was under construction we didn't have any clue what's so ever was going on there. With enormous billboards advertising "Vilamoura Four season" or Vilamoura Private Golf". And a long and huge wooden bridge was leading us to the beach, it was like being in a sort of Vietnam city, so unusual... Oh? I do remember also, there is place which I love the most "Pedras Del Rey" So stunning, we used to take a little train (for free! and it was a steam powered vintage train! ) to head on the beach, do you think it is still there? Oh well, it was also a very long time ago, I don't blame you if you never heard about... Thank you so much for your videos, back then I didn't realise how much beautiful this area was. Happy New Year! Good Wishes.
Hi Dmitri, yes that train is still there! It still takes people to Praia do Barril every day :) It's amazing how things have changed since those days (but some things still stay the same).
Love all your videos, very informative! I hope your channel becomes really big. Do you plan on doing video about other parts of Portugal as well? It would be great since I am planning to move to Lisbon/nearby areas of Lisbon :)
Hi Rukaiya, thanks so much! Yes, I think eventually I'll do videos up there as well. Especially if things keep growing as fast as they are.
Enjoyed your video Nick! Wondered if you would do a walking tour in Lagos , we love the waterfront and historic parts! What about vineyards in algarve , are there many ? Cliff Richards vineyard is for sale. Cheers, obrigado!
Thanks for that, I'll definitely have a look at Lagos. There are about 30 wine farms in the Algarve, the tourism board released a good brochure all about them available here (see the 3rd download from the top) www.visitalgarve.pt/en/menu/267/guides.aspx
Great video! We will be moving to the Algarve in August 2021, and have been looking at the Portimao/Loule area. Would be great if you could do a video on Portimao, and also get your thoughts on raising a child in the Algarve area, schooling options, etc. Our daughter will be 9 when we move. Thanks and loving the new videos!
Hi Piotr, all the local Portuguese schools are great although your daughter will have to learn Portuguese. Otherwise try an international school, here's a list www.international-schools-database.com/in/algarve
Awesome video Nick. Keep up the great work. Any possibility on doing a video on Monte Gordo and Vila Real Santo Antonio. Thanks and Happy New Year.
Thanks Luis, happy holidays to you too. I'll bear that in mind about Monte Gordo and VRSA 👍🏼
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Great video very informative 🇿🇦🇬🇧🇵🇹
Thanks Robin 👍🏼
Amazing video with such detail, no-one can compete with you!👍🙏 can i ask when the tourist season ends here! Just come back from albufeira which i loved!
Thanks Roger. It's getting longer and longer but it definitely gets less in mid September when the kids go back to school.
I recently cycled from Albufeira to Villamoura and I made my way up the coastline along the top of those cliffs you mentioned. It was an unbelievable ride. One of the best I have ever been on.
Aaah yeah, that sounds amazing. I haven't cycled it yet but paddle across fairly often.
I bet you're right! Lucky you! That's what paradise is all about!
Hi Logan, how cycle-friendly is the Algarve from your experience? Is it at all like countries like Holland or Germany where you can just get on your bike anywhere and start riding?
@@chaitusatbhai5036 Hi Chaitu. To be honest, the roads are not the most comfortable or the safest. I have seen a couple of designated cycle lanes on the streets, but mostly you will need to ride on the road if you want to get from town to town. There are a lot of potholes on the sides of the roads and some roads are narrow. With that being said, the coastline is absolutely gorgeous and is perfect for mountain biking. Once you're off the roads and on the cliffs or in the countryside, its beautiful. I would definitely recommend it. Just be careful on the road. Lots of people cycle there and you will see bikes flying past constantly, but just be aware of the potholes and the car drivers. When I cycled from Albufeira to Villamoura, I was on a busy road for about 30% of the ride, the rest was on country roads and beautiful cliff sides.
@@loganjukes8820 thanks for the reply. Looking forward to checking it out very soon
Nick, that would be fantastic if you make a video on schools in Algarve as well. Thank you!
Thanks for responding Dmitry. I am putting it on my long list.👍🏼
Hi Nick I love your video's because you take the time to really find out about the places you video. We have lived in the Western Algarve for over 11 yrs now and you have given us valuable information we would otherwise never have known. My daughter covers Real Estate in our area.. anything YOU would like to know.? You can ask her..
Thanks Jenny, much appreciated 👍🏼
Great video 🙏
Thank you.
Great video. Could you do a general video on the real estate situation in the Algarve. My husband and I have been there twice and love it. We are planning a trip back there after Covid ends. Really appreciate any current information on real estate in the Algarve. Thank you!
Thanks Susan, I'll try and do some interviews with some real estate professionals in the future.
Great video !
Thanks Paddy👍🏼
Wow, great beautiful video💫 Thank you so much. I really loved the school and it feets to what I'm looking for.
Which area/neighborhood will be recommended to look for a place to live?
Thanks Shelly. Maybe a place close to the school?
We are enjoying your videos in anticipation of a trip to the Algarve in August 2021. Kindly advise which areas might be best for recreational/sport fishing and which towns/villages have good seafood markets. Are there boat clubs in the Algarve (e.g. a club where you can share a boat with other boating enthusiasts). Thanks!
Hey Darren, I'm not sure about sharing boats but there is a sailing club in Vilamoura. Olhão is best for seafood markets. Vilamoura probably best for deep sea fishing charters too.
Nice vid Nick. Can I suggest a sunset beer or cocktail at Bar Maresia on the beach next to the Crown Plaza. Ran by a cool chap called Tozee (spelling could be wrong,). Great music and vibe. I park at Quarteira, walk there for a few, then head to Dinner at A Broa in Vilamoura (best restaurant I've found there), and - if energetic - hit an Irish bar for singing and dancing. Best night going!
Sounds like a perfect evening!
Yeah, good call, Ian. Great bar to stop of at on the way to the beach AND on the way back. And it's open all year. I wanna be there now!
Sorry I had asked for Loulé, but actually Silves. Also we are looking at moving with a 6 year old. Can you cover what facilities fo kids in the town, ie. soccer club, swim team, gymnastics, music, ballet, etc, or are those done at school.
I have spent the last four winters walking from Vilamoura to Quarteira and back every day giving directions to people. Eat in Quarteira, not Vilamoura. Nobody ever talks about the caterpillars. They are mosquitos gone nuclear. If you are golfing in February/March or even walking off the sidewalk, watch out for giant conga lines of caterpillars that will leave you seriously scratching for weeks. And they can be dangerous especially if you have a pet. I hope to move to Quarteira once the pandemic ends, For me, Quarteira is paradise.
Sorry but, paradise is Vilamoura!
@@grandadan It is nice to have a brace of paradises located a walkable distance apart.
@@ogator8642 I agree and i know very well what we are talking about: I do the same but, i have my own preferences, not always easy to catch!
What months are dominated by the caterpillars?
Mmm, I wonder why noone ever talks about the caterpillars? 🤪
Great video, thank you! I've booked a weeks holiday in Vilamoura next Summer 2022. I'm planning on moving to The Algarve so will explore and find a base. Your videos are proving to be so helpful for this! Have you considered making a video for new expat arrivals on building up friends on The Algarve? I.e what groups, communities, clubs, activities are there to meet and make like minded friends. I understand you have a family and you're well established, so it's probably not a top priority for you, but perhaps you can interview someone that built up friendship circles over time and explore what channels are available. Internations is a good start but what else is there that some of us newbies could learn about?
Hi Julia, I have actually considered that and made a little progress towards filming and researching it, but other videos got in the way. It's a vital point for any expat wanting to settle in to the community here. I'll renew my efforts 😎👍🏼
@@AlgarveAddicts Please let me know if this has been created. I am an expat wanting to find friends while in Vilamoura
Hi Tyler, no I haven't as it's so different depending on your location. The best way to find friends is do something you love (whether it's playing chess, painting, surfing or pilates) and finding other like minded people who do that. If nothing comes to mind, take up a hobby like padel tennis or gym or even walking the dog. You'll soon see people doing the same and start to connect. I haven't heard of any expat groups meeting in Vilamoura but why don't you start one? Get onto my Facebook group and ask around. I may even come along (if I can) --> facebook.com/groups/algarveaddicts/
Thank you because I’m looking at a townhouse in Vilamoura! I’ll let you know how it goes
Awesome, good luck and let me know if you need help. I know some good people.
Fabulous footage! How about doing a similar tour/info re Quarteira?
I'll consider it Laura 👍🏼
Great overview of Villamoura. We are planning a week there in January. Can you suggest a good area close to both reasonably priced golf and walking distance to the marina? Thanks.
Hi Cliff, I could if you emailed me some specific details of what you're looking for www.algarveaddicts.com/contact
My husband and I are currently obsessed with your videos! Great content! We are interested to find out what's expat community like there? Difficult to make friends if you are new to the region?
Thanks so much Agne, expat community is great but the local Portuguese people are wonderful too! 😊👍🏼
Hello first of all thank you fir your time and wonderful presentations. I like horses , could you please think about highlighting some for next videos. Portugal are known fir their Equstrian ,horsemanship and their horses are a beautiful breed.Are people allowed to ride on all the beaches. Thank you again Sobat,
I have no idea, but I do have friends who have ridden on the beach, so I guess you can. 👍🏼
You need to know Albufeira in algarve. Very beautiful.
Thanks Rui, yes Albufeira is a popular place for tourists too.
Great vids Nick! Aren't there many amazing Aqua parks for kids?
Thanks Nadia, yes there are. Aquashow in Quarteira, Zoomarine in Albufeira and Slide and Splash in Lagoa are a few. Check them out.
Interested to know why you chose Loule to live in? Which is inland right? I am planning to buy a second home in Algarve as soon as I can get back out there. Have stayed in a number of places at this stage mainly Villamoura..which is soul less I think. Im Looking for more traditional location and ocean front is priority for me, I’m smitten by Carvoeiro and planning to take a medium term rental there to seriously try it out as a potential 2nd home location. Any advice appreciated. ...BP
Hi Brid, I actually loved in Carvoeiro initially for a few years and loved it. It does get quite busy in August but it's a lovely village. I chose Loulé because it was close to more work opportunities in Almancil and surrounds. Inland is always better value and often more authentic.
Are there places in the Algarv that are the exact opposite of this place? If so I'm sure many would like to see video of that. I liked Loulé and your video..is there anything like that near the beach?
Sure, hang around for my Lagos video and also have a look at smaller fishing villages like Salema and Burgau. Tavira may be up your alley too (a video about Tavira coming soon too).
This gives me major Florida vibes.
Great video. What is the coldest temps in the Algarve ?
I guess about 1 or 2 degrees Centigrade in the middle of winter (Jan/Feb).
Any suggestions for a long-term car rental -2-3 months?
Gorgeous! That's the most expensive Algarve city. Do you happen to know how much is docking for a 25-30 ft boat?
Hey there, no idea, but I could find out.
@@AlgarveAddicts Also it would be good to know how much do boat owners charge for a fishing trip.
Any info or commentary about “old village Vila Moura” ?
What do you need to know?
Hi I am doing some videos in the algarve next week if u fancy coming on a short 10 min video with me let me know , not sure where you are based now ?
Cheers mate, I'll be driving around Portugal on a tour for the next two weeks. Sorry!
Make a video about Luz de tavira please
It's a really small place, not much happens down there 😊
Nick. I am in Vilamoura and interested in Real Estate. As I recall you can recommend a good realtor. Any information would be appreciated.
Hi Mike, absolutely, could you fill in my contact form and choose *Property www.algarveaddicts.com/contact Thanks 👍🏼
The photographs with the dates of Vilamoura that you are using in this video are from the algarverealestate.com website. You must place the copyright
Hi José thanks for pointing that out. I found them on Google search but I will put in a link in the description.
Thanks for your excellent video. One thing I don't like from Portugal is the gasoline price, it is almost three time than in America and the autoestradas, you have to pay in all of there
Yes, toll prices do add up, €20 from Lisbon to the Algarve one way. Plus €1.50 per litre for diesel.
@@AlgarveAddicts Thanks for you quick and kind answer. In America you can go from the very very south of I-95 highway in Miami until Canada with no payments, same thing from 10 East Highway from Tallahassee until Los Angeles.Only thing in America I don't like is the Health Care, it is a big bussiness, no good and Portugal is a wealthfare state, everybody is cover by Health Care
@@AlgarveAddicts Right now we find it very expensive, gasoline, is 2.84 dollar per gallon (1 gallon=3.87 litre) in Tampa, FL where I live; so there would be 5.805 euros per gallon, that's abusive, too much man. I just let you know because you are a guy very knowledge. Thanks again.
Any courses in the Algarve around $40 per round?
The short answer is no, unfortunately not. Try Benamor Golf though, you may be able to get some deals when they reopen.
Thank you for another great video. I'm learning a lot as someone considering investing in a second home in the Algarve when I retire. I would be interested in a Praia da Rocha vs Portimao comparison with a focus on purchasing vacation rental properties. Thanks again and keep up the excellent work.
Cheers Martin. Off the top of my head I'd say Praia de Rocha would be a better bet for vacation rental as it's closer to the beach but that's just my opinion.
Hi Martins Mendes! Both are good, however i would prefer having some apartments or houses at Praia da Rocha or near by!!
Hey, Martin. Also, consider Alvor. It's got a bit more of the ' local' feel to it from what I remember.
Thank you for your replies everyone. The idea is to rent out the place during peak season and use it for myself off-peak. I've been told to stick to the larger cities as they will still be open for business in winter. I'm thinking that Praia da Rocha, being so close to Portimao, might offer the best of both worlds. Does Alvor remain mostly open in winter?
@@martymendes1 hi, Martin. From what I remember (it's been a few years now), it's pretty much open year round, but from a rental point of view, it's very slightly off the well beaten track of P da Rocha. Having said that, I don't recall it having the steep steps down to the beach like the other two places you like. Anyway, worth checking out.
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Aaah e verdade. Obrigado José.
Vilamoura is not really a town, it's a private resort that looks like a town. That's the reason the strange lack of public structures.
You're right Nuno, it certainly is different to other "proper" towns in Portugal.
I gather that you must have a car to get around unless you live right at the marina
Yup cars are pretty much a must in the Algarve, if you want to get around.
Been there a few times. Didn't like the area around the marina - congestion and yobbo's. Everything there was relatively expensive and modern. The adjoining traditional town Quarteira is better.
That's a pretty accurate description, but it's great for a night out👍🏼
Finding portugal a lot more expensive than I thought for rent
Algarve is pricey in the summer
@@AlgarveAddicts yes and even long term rentals when I was checking on idealista
Long term rentals are like hen's teeth in the Algarve. If you find one tell us!
@@AlgarveAddicts yes now I see. I used to live in sotogrande across the border so this is all new for me. Can’t believe how low the rental stock is in portugal
wtf?!? Is that how much golf usually costs?!? Who can afford that?
It's one of the reasons I don't play anymore...
You little bugger stop advertising 😂😂😂I know you love Port that's wy 😁😁😁😁
Just sharing my views ✌🏼
Brutus boat.
More to the question, where has it gone?!?!
Where has what gone, Kevin?
Aaah, I hear ya. I can't be commenting on Brutus 😁
In Vilamoura, you don't feel like you're in Portugal. The gastronomy and architecture are the same as in the United States 😂😂 I have been there and didn’t like
That's very true, like I mentioned in the video, it's a manufactured resort, not a typical old Portuguese town.
Lord help us, but Vilamoura appears to be an Angloshere Colony. Where are the Portuguese? Oh, that's right, they are Europe's Mexicans...doing the cleaning, maintenance, room-attendants, bellhops, and gardeners. Well, I guess that's the way of the present world. 😔😪
That saddens me. I want to move to Portugal but I don’t want to be part of the problem that you spoke of.
For your information: There are plenty of Portuguese in Vilamoura: You'd be surprised knowing how many of those luxurious villas belong to northern Portuguese. About the cleaning. Much better doing the cleaning in Portugal than being wiping arses maybe as you do in a foreign country.
My suggestion is chill out. The Algarve is many things to many people. At its heart are the locals, making their livelihoods and enjoying a beautiful homeland. Vilamoura is enjoyed by all: locals, Portuguese on hols and folk from Europe and wider. Yes, it caters to Brits on a big scale but it actually merges into Quarteira, which is v much Portuguese. I love both sides of "Quartmoura".
@@Lat41 Come on! The country is not that small: I suggest you go to Serra da Estrela, there you hardly will see any foreigner wearing shorts! Plus it will be bloody cheap out there!
@@grandadan I'm sorry for the delayed response, but it was difficult to decipher through the sounds coming out of your mouth. Don't be fooled by my name ( listen Joto, I have Mexican roots), don't assume I'm an Emigrant( I'm as old as man's first steps in the Western Hemisphere, you Putos from Iberia have some Reparations to pay, so ease off showing those Grand-Buildings in Spain, those stones were paid for By Mexica of Aztlan's Blood and Gold...and Don't assume you're not Reachable... since you got my attention, I'm now considering stretching my arms. Cali XII.
Thank you for these super informative videos. Always enjoy them.
You're welcome Hilary. Thanks for watching 👍🏼