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Revision as of 11:09, 17 February 2016
Vilamoura, Portugal (Port of Entry)
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Vilamoura is a purpose built resort and marina which was started from scratch by a wealthy banker from Lisbon. The resort was begun in 1974 on the Algarve coast of Portugal and is still expanding outwards from the marine center. The resort is located 15 miles west along the coast from Faro and is 266 kilometers from Lisbon. The nearest airport is at Faro. Covering some 20 km² of land, it is one of Europe's largest tourist beach resorts.
At the heart of Vilamoura is the Marina de Vilamoura, which has the capacity to berth over 800 vessels. The marina is surrounded by large hotels and luxury holiday homes as well as a large casino and numerous restaurants and vibrant bars. Tourism in Vilamoura is extensive and well-developed, with many different resorts with ratings from 3 star to 5 star. As a consequence of being mostly privately owned, the town is very opulently designed. The town/marina has an extensive variety of activities which are usually on Tuesdays, Thursdays and weekends. Activities include touring the local caves (on the coastline) which are nearer Albufeira than Vilamoura. This trip (cave) is usually performed by boat.
For avid historians there is a preserved Roman site and museum providing an insight to the area's past. Originally a Roman fishing town, the ruins include baths in which the mariners used to bathe.
Local Weather
Give local weather conditions or refer to another page (a region or island group) that covers these conditions.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See also Portugal.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The coast either side of Vilamoura is mostly low, sandy and featureless. The long breakwaters protecting the entrance are visible several miles off when arriving from the west. From the east, it is important not to confuse the entrance with that to the small fishing harbour at Quarteira a mile to the east. Minimum depths at the entrance are 4.0 metres. Proceed up the channel on a course of 010 to the marina entrance.
Check-in facilities (Customs and Immigration)
Vilamoura iis a port of entry/exit to Portugal.
Please submit details about facilities for checking-in, location of immigration & customs, etc.
Berthing Options
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Marina de Vilamoura provides 825 berths for yachts of up to 60 metres in depths of up to 4.0 metres. Click on the link for separate Wiki entry.
- Also in the marina is the Clube Nautico clubhouse with a bar, cybercafé, lounge and reading room. Facilities are open to permanent and temporary berth holders.
Anchorages
Nearest sheltered anchorage is at Faro, 20 miles to the east.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores & Facilities
See Marina de Vilamoura.
Repairs/Yards
See Marina de Vilamoura.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel jetty next to the marina reception pontoon. Water and electricity at all marina berths.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The small Roman archaeological site and museum of Cerro da Vila are nearby, but of rather limited interest except to enthusiasts.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Supermarket and other shops in the marina.
Eateries
- Pier One restaurant in the marina.
Internet/WiFi
Yes, in the marina reception.
Laundry
Self-service laundry on the eastern side of the marina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
In the marina.
Garbage Disposal
Bins in the marina.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Routes/Passages To/From
See Portugal.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Vilamoura at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Portugal.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- May 2001 --Athene of Lymington 20:31, 22 March 2010 (UTC)
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