Algarve Experiences

If you like to live life with passion, are an independent traveler who enjoys great food, interesting people and life beyond resorts, Algarve Experiences is for you. We offer the best off-the-beaten-track experiences possible. Choose from A Taste of Life, our 2 week culinary experience for women, Feeding the Muse, our 2 week exploration of creativity or Awakening Spirit, our 2 week spiritual discovery retreat for women. The Algarve is about much more than golf and water parks. Learn about farmer's markets, surfing beaches, hiking trails, birdwatching, sea kayaking, cycling, Formula 1 racing, historic sites, gypsy markets, cultural events and Portuguese history in addition to having a great personal discovery experience. Whether you join us for one of our secular retreats, a culinary experience or creativity retreat or simply choose the Algarve as your holiday destination, we'll help you have the best time possible. You can request our free e-book Gwen's Guide to Dining Well in the Algarve, read blog postings, drool over fantastic pictures, get tips on places to see and go and details of our up-coming retreats and culinary experiences. Gwen's Guide covers family owned and operated restaurants specializing in Portuguese cuisine and covers the entire Algarve region, from the western Atlantic Coast to the Spanish border. Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter so that you don't miss out on any of the latest news.