The Algarve and two Women
Portugal | Feb 18 - Feb 25, 2026

Paula
Paula S.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Our trip to the Algarve as fabulous. Joao was wonderful in planning out trip for two solo women travelers. We are experienced travelers so Joao planned the trip in a way that suited our requests. I know he had no control over the weather… but he did an amazing job. We traveled in February and risked the rainy season. We were so lucky to have spectacular weather the entire week….. thank you Joao!

Hotel Reviews
Pousada Sagres
Sagres
Authenticity & Character
The view
Location
The Pousada in Sagres is a beautiful boutique hotel with an amazing view. Breakfast was lovely. Dinner a bit slow
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Palacio de Tavira
Tavira

This hotel was in a perfect location walkable to a lot. Unfortunately if you have a rental car, there is no parking . We stayed there 3 nights and needed assistance by the hotel staff to find parking many blocks away.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
Lisbon

A quick stay before the flight. Did use the were sauna and that was a nice experience. Breakfast was served early so we were able to have some before an early flight. Airport transportation was good but the van for the early am flights filled fast so give yourself some extra time

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cooking Class in Lagos
Cooking Class in Lagos
Portugal

So much fun and the owners delightful . Highly recommend

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
E-Bike Tour in Lagos - Fun Tour to Luz
E-Bike Tour in Lagos - Fun Tour to Luz
Portugal

We were two women and the only cyclists that day. One of us an experienced cyclist and the other a beginner. She was very nervous and it was a challenging ride for her… even on an e bike. I think the ride leader could have been more attentive to her abilities and needs. But this was a great way to see the area in the first couple days of our trip to the Algarve.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: João Daniel
João
João Daniel
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Feb 28, 2026

Who said I didn’t have control of the weather :p I’m happy you and Melanie had a good time here :)