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We can help you, if you're looking to relocate. ----------------- ➣CONTACT US For a free discovery call and we can outline how we can work with you. https://www.algarveaddicts.com/contact ➣VALE DO LOBO: The Algarve’s First Luxury Resort | History, Lifestyle & Local Stories This is where it all began. Before the golf, the rosé lunches, and the multimillion-euro villas, Vale do Lobo was just pine forest and wild Atlantic coast — until two British giants, Trusthouse Forte and Costain, worked with Portugal’s Estado Novo regime to launch Portugal’s very first luxury resort in 1962. In this episode of Algarve Unlocked, we explore Vale do Lobo — a resort that functions like a self-contained village, home to around 1,500 permanent residents and up to 15,000 people during peak summer season. Set on 450 hectares of prime Algarve real estate, it blends iconic golf courses, beach clubs, fine dining, wellness, and timeless architecture in one of Europe’s most exclusive destinations. 🏖️ What’s inside: • A brief history of Vale do Lobo, the original luxury resort in Portugal • Comparisons with other resorts like Penina, Vilamoura, Quinta da Marinha, and Troia • A look at six key locations: the Praça, golf club, tennis center, beachside restaurants, shopping, and more • A visit to U&Co with Duarte, our Algarve relocation expert • Stunning visuals of golf courses, the beach, and village life • A local relocation story with Elena, who moved here to start a new chapter • An evening tour of the beach bars and sunset on the coast 🏡 Thinking about moving to the Algarve? This is more than a tourist stop — Vale do Lobo offers year-round living, remote work opportunities, and a strong community. Our team helps expats relocate, find dream homes, and integrate smoothly into Portuguese life. 📍 Featured Highlights: 🏌️ Royal & Ocean Golf Courses 🍽️ Beach restaurants like Izzy’s, Eduardo’s, Julia’s & António’s 🧘‍♀️ Wellness: Royal Spa, Pilates, Fitness 🛍️ VDL Concept Store, Soares Wine, Art Gallery 🎾 Tennis academy and padel courts 🎤 Interviews with locals & relocation experts 👉 LIKE if you love Portugal 👉 SUBSCRIBE to follow our journey through all the Algarve’s towns 👉 COMMENT below if you’ve visited or lived in Vale do Lobo — or if you’re dreaming of it! #ValeDoLobo #AlgarvePortugal #PortugalLuxuryResort #GolfPortugal #MovingToPortugal #AlgarveRealEstate #RelocationPortugal #PortugalTravel #GoldenTrianglePortugal #BeachResortsEurope #AlgarveUnlocked #PortugalHistory #TrusthouseForte #Costain #ExpatsPortugal #RemoteWorkPortugal Timestamps ----------------- 00:00 Opening 2:24 Intro from Nick 2:57 Location 5:04 Praça (Village Center) 6:33 Interview with Duarte 13:33 Meet Elena (Village Center) 19:36 The Golf Club 20:44 Tennis Academy 21:37 Mini Interviews 23:15 Beach Restaurants 24:34 Outro