Explore the original wild west just a 20 minute drive from the OceanBlue Villa. Enjoy the best surf spots, sunsets and the most alluring beaches with nothing but nature and the odd rustic restaurant dishing up spectacular seafood. Alluring wild and wonderful for walking, sunbathing and swimming in sheltered spots.
West coast wild & wonderful
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🐟Exploring from a new hilltop for a few days, seeking out glassy pools and secret swim spots, fresh as you like seafood with some unexpected wildlife thrown in.🦓
Just an hour from the Algarve, Paraiso Escondido literally is a hidden paradise and the perfect place for anyone looking for luxury whilst exploring the 60km or so of unknown and unspoilt coast between Aljezur and Porto Covo.
Ideally, you need at least 3 nights as there is so much to explore on the coast and through the valleys but it’s also an ideal stepping stone when hopping up the west coast to Lisbon. @paraiso_escondido #algarve #alentejo #portugal #explore #snorkle #freedive #ocean #travel

💪As often I’m a little late to the party but here’s to World Running Day yesterday:)
Having run for over half my life, I can vouch for the tremendous effect it’s had both physically and mentally. Here I share just a few.
Originally I ran for weight loss. I was over 90kg and built up distance with time so I could eventually run 3 miles slowly.
After more than 20 years it still brightens my mood, improves my fitness, gives me more energy and helps control my weight and sleep.
I love exploring and being in nature, following new trails, watching how landscapes change as the light shifts and the seasons pass.
Running tunes out the negatives of everyday life and like a moving meditation, nurtures the positives and improves your outlook – on everything. On days I run I am heaps more productive, am in a much better mood and similar to coffee, I’m much nicer after I’ve had one.
It’s simple, time efficient and free. This year I have been experimenting with shorter, faster, runs - not more than 25 minutes. This fits into a busy schedule and has huge benefits to the cardiovascular system, builds fast twitch muscle and increases strength and power.
My advice to new runners….Like anything start very slow, build it up and keep it consistent.
And if you don’t like it, don’t do it. Find something else.
Make arrangements to try something new this week - whether it’s a new class, a new activity on the water or simply getting back on your bike.
Remember, late to the start but never too late to start.🙌 #run #portugal #algarve #explore #runnersworld #travel #activeholiday #burgau #running #runnersofinstagram #active

🌟Celebrating🍾⭐️⭐️⭐️
A golden wedding anniversary on the Golden Coast with golden people…. Beach bars, hikes, bikes, boats, messing around on paddleboards, jumping off stuff & exploring caves. Thank you @carolyoung2297 @phil68mcgill @ems_yoga_iow @nmcgill_iow @mcgillivraykristy @james.mcgillivray #burgau #portugal #algarve #lagoswhat2do #lagos #travel #family #explore

🌱Spring shoots☀️ March to May in 60 seconds showing why you should book #algarve now for Spring 24 #portugal #travel #spring #wanderlust #explore #postcardsfromtheworld #active #holiday #activeholiday #lagos #burgau

☀️We love it when guests return. It means we`re doing something right🌷
This week Alison Goodwin with her league of lovable ladies returned for Alison`s May retreat.
As well as being a totally inspiring yoga teacher, Alison holds the secret recipe for effortlessly putting everyone at ease, making everybody welcome and everything easy going. She`s also an awesome chef. There was a fair bit of hiking, biking, beaching and drinking different colour wines. Some not so serious yoga happened in between…..🧘♀️#algarve #yoga #retreat #activeholiday #explore #portugal #hiking #biking #burgau #travel #wanderlust #relax

☀️Our SeaSafari in 60 seconds🏝️
The SeaSafari has become our most popular adventure and is a totally inclusive activity enjoyed by all ages and all abilities.
🦞We’ve been running SeaSafaris for 16 years, originally on the Isle of Wight, hauling up lobster pots and cruising the coast to offer a unique perspective of the untouched bays and coves.
Both the Island and South West Portugal have tremendous coastlines in common. Here in Lagos, we are blessed with turquoise pools, skylit caves, deserted islands and lagoons to lounge the day away. With more than 300 days of sun, it’s easy to be on, in or under the ocean.
We offer scheduled trips as well as bespoke half to full day private charters which are perfect for larger groups or special occasions.
Thanks to @procamfilms for capturing our favourite ocean experience. Ocean Adventures are for everyone🙌 #lagos #lagoswhat2do #travel #algarve #burgau #boats #lagosmarina #portugal #wanderlust #lagosalgarve #getyourguide #postcardsfromtheworld #boats @cheetahmarine @procamfilms @drivingmiss_daisea

🌿If you prefer to while away the days by the pool or wander to the beach you’re in the perfect place.🌺
🕶️Perched on top of the hill you’ll enjoy the best sunrises and sunsets, spectacular coast & country views and a dazzling 40ft pool☀️
Spend your days lazing on the terraces or hide away in one of our little leafy spots in the gardens.
The beach and village are a 10 minute walk and the bar and bbq area are open all hours.
It’s your holiday, do as much or as little as you like. #portugal #algarve #travel #villa #active #adventure #burgau #surf #instagood #thetravelblog #nature

☘️March 1st already☀️Spring starts and we wish Happy birthday to our fellow adventurer @izzy_engelhardt Here, she’s casually enjoying the world class, west coast sunset at the end of our latest video.
60 seconds of Why we 💙 the west coast
For the nearby, faraway feel, natural parks, perfect beaches, barefoot bars & winding rivers. Once you’ve been, you can’t help wanting more of its intoxicating, wild charm. #portugal #algarve #travel #surf #nature #thetravelblog #travellifestyle #travelphotography #instagood #sunset #love #bordeirabeach #viladobispo #activeholiday

👣☀️How do you want to explore?🦋🌴
Off the beaten track away from the crowds, leaving tarmac for the trails?
On our small group bike rides, we take you to the raw hidden gems, whitewashed villages tucked away in the hills, tumbledown forts, meandering valleys where the hillsides are dotted with pine trees, the forest feels like you’re in another world and the villages take you to another time. Drink coffee in cafes where it’s impossible to spend 5 euros and watch sunsets you’d remember a lifetime for.
We will route to suit your group, whether you want to amble along country lanes, try the trickier sundowner loop or cruise valleys out to the wild west coast. Remember, the best routes are those that are hard to find. Tell us where and when you want to go, we will guide and advise. Our bikes are Specialized Mountain bikes, perfect for the terrain in the western Algarve and fun for exploring off the map.
Another shout out to the shooters of our 60 second adventure series: @procamfilms for this incredible footage, riding the trails and always being one step ahead of the game to get the best shots. 60 seconds to show you why we’re so passionate about what the Western Algarve has to offer and how we can share these amazing places with you. 💙 @procamfilms @quintaflowers @shootingtales @sup_surf_kite #travel #explore #goexplore #findyouradventure #travelgram #seekadventure #algarve #portugal #lagoswhat2do #burgau #algarveportugal #visitportugal #bike #mtb #bikeholiday #activeholiday

☘️Snappy happy 1.23🌼 January wanderings in the Natural Park #algarve #costavicentina #burgau #travel #wanderlust #portugal #postcardsfromtheworld #iphonephotography #takethescenicroute #travelphotography #activeholiday #travelbug #winterdestination

☀️Our second instalment on our 60 second adventures we play Glide and Seek🐚
Stand up paddleboarding is possibly the closest we’ll get to walking on water, granting freedom to explore between secluded beaches and bays, barely accessible even in a little boat.
With nature at play, this location is all about timing. When the conditions are right, the rugged wave swept coastline transforms into a serene world of crystal clarity. Hundreds of seabirds perched on the craggy outcrops watch as we paddle past rocky pinnacles, between azure grottos and through caves and caverns.
Paddling inside, the water turns translucent turquoise where the sun filters through giant skylights like eyes to the sky.
We wait for perfect conditions. With even a little wave, it’s a different world and a constant reminder that nature is boss. Again; thanks to @procamfilms for scaling seamounts, launching the drone from 10ft sups and flying through skylights to get the best shots. #sup #standuppaddle #activeholiday #burgau #algarve #wanderlust #travel #redpaddleco #bloggerlife #travellifestyle #workabroad #travelbug #takethescenicroute

☀️🌵Introducing OceanBlue’s 60 seconds of Adventure. We’ve made 6 short stories, exploring some of the activities on offer from our little hideaway on the hill🌳☀️
🐟On our first 60 second adventure we walk and swim the beautiful south. Baby blue skies, aquarium clear waters, spinning shoals. Only us and our two towels above the tide line. 🏝️
The old fishermen’s routes form a myriad of trails connecting our hilltop with craggy cliffs, leafy valleys, and quiet coves eventually linking villages, shady lunch stops and perfect swim spots.
Thanks to @procamfilms, amazing footage, impeccably capturing why we are spellbound with this perfect parcel of Portugal.

👣After hours summer.
Sometimes you seek out a new spot and hit jackpot☀️
#portugal #explore #ocean #beach #endlesssummer

So long summer☀️ Hello season of sunrise & sunsets 🌅
This week we welcomed @nikapaddlesurfcamp and @iksup for a fantastic five days of outdoor action. Surf sup with @nikapaddlesurfcamp and bikes, boat, sup and sunset stretching with @oceanblueactive and @danyell_curling
Thanks guys, it’s been a blast, amazing beaches, a few hills, a few close edges, great views, waves and lots of laughs.

Gister weer een drukke sportieve dag!
Eerst sup surfen, smiddags mountainbiken en tussendoor natuurlijk veel zwemmen!!
Het is genieten

☀️More Sea Safaris in the line up for next week. Join our scheduled trips on Monday or give us a shout for details on private charter 🐾 #portugal #algarve #summer22 #lagos #lagoswhat2do #explore #boatlife #travel #burgau #postcardsfromtheworld @cheetahmarine

🧭Some places get all the limelight….. we 💙 the ones that don’t. #portugal #algarve #active #standuppaddle #sup #travel #explore #wanderlust #postcardsfromtheworld #journey

🔱Gold and emerald💎 …. one of those days in the caves where time and tide stood still⭐️⭐️
The SeaSafari diary is filling up fast so drop me a message if you want to book on for this summer. #algarve #summer22 #portugal #lagoswhat2do #wanderlust #explore #boatlife #redpaddleco @cheetahmarine #burgau #postcardsfromtheworld #travel
