Whilst Santa Barbara is the perfect place to relax and revitalize in the peace and calm of the Algarvean countryside, some of the most popular beaches in the region are only minutes away offering a more up-beat life-style and just about every type of water-related sport activity you can think of. For golfers, paradise awaits with the Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo championship courses within easy reach.

Lovers of gastronomy will be able to pamper themselves with a wide range of local restaurants offering traditional Portuguese foods or Michelin rated French cuisine. The choice is yours.
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