WINE TASTING AT SIR CLIFF RICHARDS ESTATE - www.winesvidanova.com
Experience an exclusive tour of the vineyards and winery at Quinta do Miradouro. Enjoy a tasting of Sir Cliff Richards Vida Nova, which is produced, matured and bottled on his estate near Guia (20 mins). Transport is available from Carvoeiro at a cost of 25 euros, including entry and tasting.

SCUBA DIVING - www.tivoli-diving.com
For comfortable diving throughout the year the water temperature along the coastline tends to vary between 16-22 degrees. Besides the abundance of different fish species there are also several old wrecks and reefs to explore. A popular dive is at night, especially in the many fascinating caves. Experienced instructors are to be found at all licensed diving schools and modern equipment can be hired.

JEEP SAFARI - www.zebrasafari.com
For those who are a little more adventurous and enjoy the nature and landscape of the countryside. Zebra Safari 4x4 tours organizes adaily tour from Carvoeiro. Tours are explained in 5 different languages by your driver, who is also your own private tour guide. Participants can enjoy the local craftsmanship along the way, and try the local fire water (Medronh). Weather permitting, cool off in one of the crystal clear rivers or lakes, followed by a lunch of a typically regional assortment in a pleasant atmosphere. Tours are from 9 -5pm.

SHOPPING
If you are looking for something special, go to Quinta Shopping, located directly at the roundabout on entry to Quinta do Lago Resort. You will discover an upmarket shopping mall hosting fashionable designer boutiques, luxury interior shops and good restaurants, including Chinese and Italian. Keep your eyes open for some famous faces as this is a hang out for the rich. Algarve Shopping is the newest and largest shopping centre in the Algarve. It offers something for everyone but you will require a whole day there. Located on the EN125 just past Guia, on the right hand side, on your way back to Faro.