Mirage which hotel complex are you staying at?. The weather in mid June is normally good & ok. Try http://www.wunderground.com its a weather forecast site but you can go into history of previous years so that will give you some idea. Cheers Jayjan

Hi Mirage,

We usually go in mid June (Sept this year) and the weather has always been great. The odd windy day and a few days rain but thats over many years. Dont know which hotel you are staying at but its a good area for choice of bars and restaurants. Near the Strip and walkable to the Old Town also. There will be plenty to do in this area believe me!!

Its approx 15 mins to the beach, longer on the way back as uphill. Take a few pit stops on the way back for refreshements

Most hotels put on courtesy coaches to the beach but if you are hiring a car then explore and find some of the lovely secluded coves, there are loads of them.

The Strip is defo more boom boom and very lively, more commercial. The Old Town is more relaxed with a wider range of eateries, depends what you like. We usually head for the Old Town but often head to the Strip for a "maddy"

Anything else, just ask.

Lummie

We came back from the Algarve on 5th June and it was 31 deg when we left!!!!
My friend is there from 23rd June, leaving for home today and she says it is absolutely roasting!!!!!!!!!!!
So don't think you need to worry!!!!!!
Pat

Hello everyone,i am a new member,have had about 10 holdays in the Sao joa area of Alubufeira, and every one has been excellent, have stayed at various appartments around there ,so i am familiar with all the bars, restaurants and shops.
I have not been back there for 4 years,so can anyone give me a lowdown on whether it has changed at all,i am sure it has.
I used a bar called Charlies Bar,and had some great nights in there, me and my family,made many friends of all natoinalities,and keep in contact with many of them. I understand the owner,a guy called Carlos has sold up in the last few years,can anyone tell me if he is still around and in good health,i dont want any address,just to know if he is still about , and also one of his staff a guy called Adrian. They were very kind and made us really welcome.
Hope to hear from someone
thanks