Holidays in Santo Antonio

An introduction to Santo Antonio

Holidays in Santo Antonio are perfect for people who love their beaches, their swimming, and their sun-bathing – but who also want to explore the region they're staying in, see the sights and discover the history. For anyone liking a mixture of experiences, holidays in Santo Antonio just cannot be beaten.

Let's start with the beaches. Close by are the fine stretches of golden sand to be found at Manta Rosa, Monte Gordo and Praia Verde and, since these are all purpose-built resorts, your holidays in Santo Antonio put you in a prime position to take advantage of their modern amenities. Along the coast you'll find high energy watersports, sleek shops and boutiques, happening clubs and bars and cosmopolitan restaurants.

But holidays in Santo Antonio are also about history. The place is ancient – it was settled by the Phoenicians and has been a centre of the fishing industry for centuries. The area's strategic position means there are forts and castles aplenty, some dating back to Moorish occupation, others to the 14th century, and some that were used as refuges during the Inquisition, which wasn't merely limited to nearby Spain – Portugal also had its religious terror.

So cheap holidays in Santo Antonio can be both cultural and hedonistic, especially if one of your pleasures is walking through flat but beautiful countryside – like the nearby Reserve Natural do Sapal with its rich abundance of birds and wildlife. Summer holidays to Santo Antonio really do include something extra.

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