The operator of the bus services in the Cascais area is SCOTTURB.
http://www.scotturb.com
Their website is not exactly up to date.
The service you require for Quinta da Marinha is the 405/415.
The latest timetable can be found here:
http://www.scotturb.com/inverno2007/405415.htm
This however does refer to the winter 2007 service.
It appears that there are practically no evening services.
Saturday, 14 June 2008
Friday, 6 June 2008
Algarve & Portugal - Possible Itinerary - Summer 2008
As you are coming to the Algarve between 20 to 26 July, I STRONGLY repeat STRONGLY do not recommend Albufeira.
This is peak tourist season.
Albufeira will be full of tourists from Northern Europe at that time. It has lost its Portuguese character. If you want a resort full of English, Irish, and Dutch Pubs then Albufeira is OK.
Otherwise, I would strongly recommend you consider the following alternatives:
1) Lagos
In the Western Algarve and where I live. Dating from prehistoric times, it retains its city walls and Portuguese character. Lots of Portuguese restaurants. Historically, it was the jumping of point for the Portuguese Voyages of Discovery.
Great Beaches - Meia Praia, 5km of sand, Porto de Mos, Praia Dona Ana.
An ideal departure point for exploring the Algarve and the West Coast.
Have a look at this link on wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagos,_Portugal
If you read Portuguese, see this one as well:
http://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagos_(Portugal)
In Lagos, I can recommend, the Marina Club which should suit your needs.
See:
http://www.marinaclub.pt/
Also, The Hotel Aqualuz
http://www.aqualuz.com/en/home.html
Both the above are near beaches but also within easy walking distance of the town for restaurants and bars.
If you are looking for apartment rental, have a look at the Lagos page of this website here:
http://www.paraisolpraia.com/index.php?content=sel_prop&town=001
The site is still being developed for 2009 so you would have to email them on:
paraisolpraia@gmail.com
They have rental apartments on Meia Para Beach that I know, but you need a car.
I can also suggest you look at
http://www.holidayslagos.com/english.html
Don't worry about the site. The owner is reputable and has a good range of properties.
For the above two you can say you were referred by Barlaventoexpert!
You may find some more nuggets of interest by searching my blog here:
http://barlaventostravelblog.blogspot.com
2) In the Eastern Algarve, I would recommend Tavira which like Lagos retains a sense of character.
I not sure what your budget is but I can recommend the Hotel Vila Galé in Tavira.
http://www.vilagale.pt/pages/hoteis/?hotel=3
As regards, travelling to the Algarve, make sure you do want to take the Bus.
EVA buses leave Lisbon from the Sete Rios coach station - Metro Station - Jardim Zoologico and about 12 minutes from Rossio by Metro.
However, it is you first time coming to the Algarve, you might consider the train.
The trip is spectacular. Leaving Lisbon Entrecampos Station (Metro Station - Entrecampos) you cross the 25 Abril bridge with stunning views over the Tejo and then pass through the Alentejo until reaching the Algarve. There are two fast Alfa-Pendular trains and several Intercity trains per day. The former are air conditioned.
For Lagos, you would change trains to a local train at Tunes, while
for Tavira, you would change trains at Faro.
You can find a direct link to the pdf version of the current CP timetable for this route on my blog:
Scroll down on the right and you will find at panel entitled:
http://barlaventostravelblog.blogspot.com
»» Algarve & Portugal - Travel Transport Links
In this panel look for:
>>>Portuguese Railways - 2008 - Lisbon - Algarve Faro/Lagos Timetable
Click on it to download the timetable in pdf form.
As regards, car hire most vehicles in Portugal are manual shift. Automatics are available at a premium and need to booked well in advance.
In Lisbon & Tavira, I would recommend AutoJardim.
http://www.carhireyes.com/autojardim/
In Lagos, I would recommend Luzcar (they could meet you off the train)
http://www.paraisolpraia.com/carhirealgarve/index.php?option=en
As regards day trips to Porto, your best bet would be by High Speed Alfa-Pendular Train from Sta. Apolonia Station.
You can find the timetable in my blog as indicated above under:
>> Porto - Lisbon - Porto Train Timetable
Current trip time is 2hr:45min each way so you will not have lot of time.
Really you should concentrate on the River area and the Centre of the Town.
For more info, have a look at this link to the Porto offical tourism site:
http://www.portoturismo.pt/index.php?m=1&s=3
This is peak tourist season.
Albufeira will be full of tourists from Northern Europe at that time. It has lost its Portuguese character. If you want a resort full of English, Irish, and Dutch Pubs then Albufeira is OK.
Otherwise, I would strongly recommend you consider the following alternatives:
1) Lagos
In the Western Algarve and where I live. Dating from prehistoric times, it retains its city walls and Portuguese character. Lots of Portuguese restaurants. Historically, it was the jumping of point for the Portuguese Voyages of Discovery.
Great Beaches - Meia Praia, 5km of sand, Porto de Mos, Praia Dona Ana.
An ideal departure point for exploring the Algarve and the West Coast.
Have a look at this link on wikipedia:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagos,_Portugal
If you read Portuguese, see this one as well:
http://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagos_(Portugal)
In Lagos, I can recommend, the Marina Club which should suit your needs.
See:
http://www.marinaclub.pt/
Also, The Hotel Aqualuz
http://www.aqualuz.com/en/home.html
Both the above are near beaches but also within easy walking distance of the town for restaurants and bars.
If you are looking for apartment rental, have a look at the Lagos page of this website here:
http://www.paraisolpraia.com/index.php?content=sel_prop&town=001
The site is still being developed for 2009 so you would have to email them on:
paraisolpraia@gmail.com
They have rental apartments on Meia Para Beach that I know, but you need a car.
I can also suggest you look at
http://www.holidayslagos.com/english.html
Don't worry about the site. The owner is reputable and has a good range of properties.
For the above two you can say you were referred by Barlaventoexpert!
You may find some more nuggets of interest by searching my blog here:
http://barlaventostravelblog.blogspot.com
2) In the Eastern Algarve, I would recommend Tavira which like Lagos retains a sense of character.
I not sure what your budget is but I can recommend the Hotel Vila Galé in Tavira.
http://www.vilagale.pt/pages/hoteis/?hotel=3
As regards, travelling to the Algarve, make sure you do want to take the Bus.
EVA buses leave Lisbon from the Sete Rios coach station - Metro Station - Jardim Zoologico and about 12 minutes from Rossio by Metro.
However, it is you first time coming to the Algarve, you might consider the train.
The trip is spectacular. Leaving Lisbon Entrecampos Station (Metro Station - Entrecampos) you cross the 25 Abril bridge with stunning views over the Tejo and then pass through the Alentejo until reaching the Algarve. There are two fast Alfa-Pendular trains and several Intercity trains per day. The former are air conditioned.
For Lagos, you would change trains to a local train at Tunes, while
for Tavira, you would change trains at Faro.
You can find a direct link to the pdf version of the current CP timetable for this route on my blog:
Scroll down on the right and you will find at panel entitled:
http://barlaventostravelblog.blogspot.com
»» Algarve & Portugal - Travel Transport Links
In this panel look for:
>>>Portuguese Railways - 2008 - Lisbon - Algarve Faro/Lagos Timetable
Click on it to download the timetable in pdf form.
As regards, car hire most vehicles in Portugal are manual shift. Automatics are available at a premium and need to booked well in advance.
In Lisbon & Tavira, I would recommend AutoJardim.
http://www.carhireyes.com/autojardim/
In Lagos, I would recommend Luzcar (they could meet you off the train)
http://www.paraisolpraia.com/carhirealgarve/index.php?option=en
As regards day trips to Porto, your best bet would be by High Speed Alfa-Pendular Train from Sta. Apolonia Station.
You can find the timetable in my blog as indicated above under:
>> Porto - Lisbon - Porto Train Timetable
Current trip time is 2hr:45min each way so you will not have lot of time.
Really you should concentrate on the River area and the Centre of the Town.
For more info, have a look at this link to the Porto offical tourism site:
http://www.portoturismo.pt/index.php?m=1&s=3
travel from Evora to Marbella
Hi,
Sorry for the delay in reply.
There are unfortunately no direct buses from Evora to Marbella.
You best bet would be to go from Evora to Madrid (Estacion Sur) with alsa.es
Departure schedules : EVORA - MADRID EST.SUR
dept: 11:15 arr:19:00 price: Euro 36,00
dept: 22:45 arr: 06:30 price Euro 36,00
and then by Daibus from Madrid to Marbella.
The timetable is here.
http://www.daibus.es/htm/madcosver.htm
I have had a look at options via Lisbon and Seville and there is nothing suitable.
There are no easy train links.
Sorry for the delay in reply.
There are unfortunately no direct buses from Evora to Marbella.
You best bet would be to go from Evora to Madrid (Estacion Sur) with alsa.es
Departure schedules : EVORA - MADRID EST.SUR
dept: 11:15 arr:19:00 price: Euro 36,00
dept: 22:45 arr: 06:30 price Euro 36,00
and then by Daibus from Madrid to Marbella.
The timetable is here.
http://www.daibus.es/htm/madcosver.htm
I have had a look at options via Lisbon and Seville and there is nothing suitable.
There are no easy train links.
Buses - Zamora, Spain - Bragança, Portugal
According to the tourist office in Zamora, the only bus service between Zamora and Bragança, Portugal is as follows:
Lunes y miércoles: (Mondays & Wednesdays) 16.00 horas.
Viernes: (Friday) 00.15 horas.
Bus Company/Empresa: Francisco Ledesma. Tel. 980 514 374
Lunes y miércoles: (Mondays & Wednesdays) 16.00 horas.
Viernes: (Friday) 00.15 horas.
Bus Company/Empresa: Francisco Ledesma. Tel. 980 514 374
Wednesday, 4 June 2008
Lagos - Bike & Scooter Hire,
There are a couple of places.
Luis of Sidecar 32 in Torraltinha,Lagos is one.
He can be contacted via the following address.
Side Car 32 - Motociclos de Aluguer, Lda.
R. St Casa Misericórdia
8600-621 LAGOS
email: filipe_bolota@hotmail.com
Tel: 282798383
He can deliver a bike to you in town at the Repsol Garage on the Avenida.
Luis of Sidecar 32 in Torraltinha,Lagos is one.
He can be contacted via the following address.
Side Car 32 - Motociclos de Aluguer, Lda.
R. St Casa Misericórdia
8600-621 LAGOS
email: filipe_bolota@hotmail.com
Tel: 282798383
He can deliver a bike to you in town at the Repsol Garage on the Avenida.
Lisbon to Figueira da Foz
To get from Lisbon Airport to Figueira da Foz is not easy.
Apart from hire car, airport transfer/taxi (+- € 280 per vehicle one way), the only way will be by train from Lisbon Gare Oriente station, 10 minutes by taxi from Lisbon Airport or by long distance coach from Lisbon Sete Rios Bus Station 15 minutes by taxi from Lisbon Airport.
By train you would have to get a train to Coimbra and then catch another train to Figueira da Foz.
The following are the services for the dates indicated as generated by the website of the rail company www.cp.pt. Click on image to enlarge!
The following are the services for the dates indicated as generated by the website of the bus company www.rede-expressos.pt. Click on box on right hand side of menu bar below to enlarge!
Apart from hire car, airport transfer/taxi (+- € 280 per vehicle one way), the only way will be by train from Lisbon Gare Oriente station, 10 minutes by taxi from Lisbon Airport or by long distance coach from Lisbon Sete Rios Bus Station 15 minutes by taxi from Lisbon Airport.
By train you would have to get a train to Coimbra and then catch another train to Figueira da Foz.
The following are the services for the dates indicated as generated by the website of the rail company www.cp.pt. Click on image to enlarge!
The following are the services for the dates indicated as generated by the website of the bus company www.rede-expressos.pt. Click on box on right hand side of menu bar below to enlarge!
Tuesday, 3 June 2008
carvoeiro to fatima
I presume you mean Carvoeiro in the Algarve, not Cabo do Carvoeiro!
According to google maps, the distance is 361 km,taking about 3 hours 19 mins, and a long part on toll motorways.
According to google maps, the distance is 361 km,taking about 3 hours 19 mins, and a long part on toll motorways.
Monday, 2 June 2008
Braga to Santiago de Compostela
From Braga you would have to change at Porto(Campanha) and Vigo in Spain.
There are two trains per day between Porto(Campanha) and Vigo. The following info is based on the current timetables provided by renfe.es and cp.pt and are for informational purposes only..
Dept: Braga 06:30
Arr: Porto 07:41
Dept: Porto(Campanha) 07:55
Arr: Vigo 12:12
Dept: Vigo: 12:32
Arr: Santiago da Compostela: 14:31
Dept: Braga 15:30
Arr: Porto 16:41
Dept: Porto(Campanha) 17:55
Arr: Vigo 22:08
Dept: Vigo: 22:30
Arr: Santiago da Compostela: 00:18
There is a quicker bus service operated by www.alsa.es as follows:
Braga 10:00 Santiago da Compostela 13:45 Monday to Friday
Braga 15:15 Santiago da Compostela 18:45 Daily
There are two trains per day between Porto(Campanha) and Vigo. The following info is based on the current timetables provided by renfe.es and cp.pt and are for informational purposes only..
Dept: Braga 06:30
Arr: Porto 07:41
Dept: Porto(Campanha) 07:55
Arr: Vigo 12:12
Dept: Vigo: 12:32
Arr: Santiago da Compostela: 14:31
Dept: Braga 15:30
Arr: Porto 16:41
Dept: Porto(Campanha) 17:55
Arr: Vigo 22:08
Dept: Vigo: 22:30
Arr: Santiago da Compostela: 00:18
There is a quicker bus service operated by www.alsa.es as follows:
Braga 10:00 Santiago da Compostela 13:45 Monday to Friday
Braga 15:15 Santiago da Compostela 18:45 Daily
Zoomarine from Lagos
Zoomarine operate regular buses from Lagos to Park. A popular departure point is the Bus stop opposite Pingo Doce near the Marina.
There is a Zoomarine kiosk on the main concourse of Faro Airport where you could buy tickets on arrival.
The zoomarine website (www.zoomarine.com) states that you do not need to buy tickets in advance. You can purchase on arrival.
There are a lot of shops in Lagos who are agents for Zoomarine.
I think from memory that the Bom Dia shop in the Marina sells them.
There is a Zoomarine kiosk on the main concourse of Faro Airport where you could buy tickets on arrival.
The zoomarine website (www.zoomarine.com) states that you do not need to buy tickets in advance. You can purchase on arrival.
There are a lot of shops in Lagos who are agents for Zoomarine.
I think from memory that the Bom Dia shop in the Marina sells them.
Faro - Seville - Summer 2008 Bus Services
The following is the Summer 2008 Bus Schedule from www.alsa.es for the service Faro to Seville as copied from the alsa website on 02 June 2008. (Click on each timetable to enlarge!)
The following is the Summer 2008 Bus Schedule from www.alsa.es for the service Seville to Faro as copied from the alsa website on 02 June 2008.
I am not responsible for any changes to these schedules and these are published for information only.
Note that in Faro, tickets for alsa.es services can be bought at the travel agent on the left as on enters the pedestrian entrance of the bus station.
The following is the Summer 2008 Bus Schedule from www.alsa.es for the service Seville to Faro as copied from the alsa website on 02 June 2008.
I am not responsible for any changes to these schedules and these are published for information only.
Note that in Faro, tickets for alsa.es services can be bought at the travel agent on the left as on enters the pedestrian entrance of the bus station.
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