Armacao De Pera Holiday
Armacao de Pera is situated on the south coast of Portugal, near the busier resorts of Albufeira and Portimao. The resort name is derived from its days as a commercial fishing village - 'armacao' means tuna net, and 'Pera' was the name of a nearby village - the fishing net of Pera. Today, the charms from those centuries can still be found. A wander through the older parts of town will take you down narrow streets past quaint fishing cottages. Other parts of the resort are developing quickly and offer restaurants, bars and even a disco or two.
The resort boasts one of the longest stretches of beach in Portugal. It's wide, sandy and beautiful with ample general facilities. Families will find enjoyment in the watersports on offer, the shopping centres and the nearby waterpark. Couples can relax in the romantic atmosphere of the old town and the beauty of the beach. The nightlife in Armacao de Pera is plentiful and varied, and if you like fresh fish, the restaurants won't disappoint.
Beaches
Enjoy the wide sandy beach at Armacao de Pera which is one of the longest stretches of beach in Portugal. Take a boat trip past the dramatic Senhora da Rocha headland to isolated sandy coves and on to the sweeping beaches of Marinha and Albandeira.
Shopping
There is good shopping available in Armacao de Pera, including two centres that sell everything from towels to trunks. For a wider choice head for Albufeira or Portimao. The latter has a country market which attracts traders and shoppers from a wide area.
Nightlife
There are plenty of discotheques and bars in and around the area. There is also some more sophisticated, hotel-based entertainment.
Local Specialities
Armacao de Pera offers an extensive choice of traditional and international cuisine with most restaurants being in the old town. The majority of eating establishments serve fish and shellfish.