Take a good book and soak up the sun or laze in the shadow of the cliffs ... neighbouring Praia da Dona Ana (where there are cave tours by boat) grace many a postcard of the Algarve.

Photograph by Redux The Algarve's coast is dotted with cliffs, lighthouses, forts, and other attractions worth exploring. Photograph by Redux If your family likes more activity, Praia da Rocha has ...