As the fly crows, Alvor is only 6kms from Lagos across the bay.
Unfortunately, flies don't crow here in the Algarve and the road route loops inland and the distance is about 30kms.
Lagos is a great place but be aware of our recent comments in this forum about our ongoing building work.
Most of the work should be finished by spring next year and the centre should be back to normal with an improved water front.
We have more bars and restaurants than Alvor and great hidden beaches.