Costa Nova, a charming seaside village in Portugal, offers a serene escape with its beautiful beaches and tranquil lagoon. Renowned for its iconic candy-striped houses, this destination invites visitors to enjoy leisurely strolls and embrace simple pleasures, embodying a sense of unwinding away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
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Tram tracks and sandy toes
Trying out the trilby . . it quite suits him to be fair and fuelling up for another full day of Portuguese sightseeing. You know by now that if there is a quirky, tiny tram in our vicinity then we are getting on that! We hop off at Foz do Douro and head to theContinue reading “Tram tracks and sandy toes”
Costa Teguise
Costa Teguise is another tourist resort. We take a quick walk across the little Playa del Jablillo with its wooden windmill. Then it’s an obligatory glass of Sangeria, plus a surprise visit from some local wildlife!
Long beach
As the day ends, we visit Long Beach in Puerto Del Carmen, known for its trendy atmosphere and upscale bars and restaurants. It’s an ideal place to relax and savour the sunset after a busy day, making it a popular destination for unwinding by the sea.
Playa de Famara
Famara beach features over five kilometres of pale golden sand and is renowned for water sports such as surfing, body boarding, windsurfing, and kite surfing, thanks to its wave swells and consistent winds. The winds also contribute to the iconic sand dunes visible alongside the road.
Caletón Blanco beach
If you are looking for your dream swimiming spot then Caletón Blanco is your ideal place. The fishing village of Órzola has a series of inviting coves on the eastern part of its coast, a natural feature which demands an outing to this area of the island. Among them Caletón Blanco stands out. A stunningContinue reading “Caletón Blanco beach”
Mojón Blanco
Even in the Canary Islands, rain occasionally graces us with its prescence.
Mojón Blanco beach is known for its white sand and rocky features. Shelters provide refuge from the drizzle, while the pebbled landscape invites creativity and personal expression.
Playa Blanca
Playa Blanca, the southernmost and newest resort town in Lanzarote, features Playa Dorada, known as The Golden Beach. Located a 10-minute walk from the town center, the beach is sheltered within a manmade cove, offering calm waters and beautiful deep blue sea, with nearby shops and cafes at Centro Comercial Papagayo.
Playa de Papagayo
Playa de Papagayo, located in southern Lanzarote, is a beautiful crescent beach known for its white sand. It features a small beach bar offering food and drinks with stunning bay views. Visitors can enjoy panoramic vistas from the headland before splashing in the inviting waters.
Isle of Wight
During the Easter Bank holiday, we visited the Isle of Wight for the 5th time. The island features wild beaches and traditional seaside attractions like Sandown’s pier. We enjoyed some blustery beach walks and took refuge in a charming tearoom during the rain.