Carvoeiro Boardwalk — Attraction in Lagoa

What a stunning place. Very well constructed and maintained. You really get a fantastic view of the Portugal Algarve coastline. The only issue i have is the price of the food and drink at the many stops along the way of the boardwalk is next to extortion. You could pay up to 3 times the amount for a beer or a soft drink at these bars and restaurants, The locals have really not done themselves any favours here and they will loose out to people who simply can't afford to stop for a drink or snack at these locations, also it is a bit embarrassing for some families who have to walk through these Cafe's to get down to the beeches and caves off the boardwalk that can't afford to stay even with little kids begging the parents for an ice pop or a cold drink, and you get looked at from people sitting at their tables being ripped off. I understand that they must make the most out of the busy season and they will probably close for the winter months, but I have being going to Portugal for over 7 years now and I have seen prices in the region rise dramatically over this time, so much that I don't think I will be returning there in the future. I love the local people but I feel they have gone to far in relation to there pricing in tourist areas. I come from Ireland and I have seen places close down because people are realising that they shouldn't pay these mad prices. I refuse to pay 200% more for an item because of it's location. I have walked away from Ice cream vendors at busy tourist areas because they were trying to charge €2.50 for a basic ice cream outside the door of a busy attraction, ( I simply said "that's just to much, No" and walked away) I teach my kids the right way and the wrong to make a living, and this is...

Situated conveniently close to Faro but still far enough to not attract too many tourists, Carvoeiro on the Algarve coast has everything good about Portugal – picturesque beaches, divine food, interesting architecture and amazing wine. The coastline itself has a lot of rock formations, with small pristine beaches and many caves to be explored. If that doesn't satisfy your adventurous spirit, there are many opportunities to try your surfing skills. Still not enough? Carvoeiro's 3000 sunshine hours per year should seal the deal for you, no matter what...

A wooden planking boardwalk at the top of the crumbling, amber sandstone cliffs, it's plenty wide enough for wheelchairs or buggies to pass. It has stepped seating areas in strategic places some pointing east (to watch sunrises) others west (sunsets.) It's clean. There are inclines but none that would prohibit any but the most immobile chair user. Car parking is adjacent. It is a lovely, well thought out project that enables the less able to enjoy the great views of this beautiful coastline. It's simply not long enough! Or is that just...