Message Board January 2002

Date:

25-01-02

Time:

09:08:59

Comments

Re: Address.

Just send all mail to:

Exmo. Sr. Presidente da Camera, Camera Municipal de Lagoa, P - 8400 Lagoa

Date:

25-01-02

Time:

09:05:58

Comments

Or it was someone from the town hall trying to move the negative comments off the message board, LOL!!!

Re: Voting for the mayor:

It´s hard to loose an election if you have no opponents. If you want some good info on lobbieing someone you should probably ask the mayor himself.

If you want another example of this kind of exploitation look at how Loule profited from tourism in Vilamoura.

Date:

25-01-02

Time:

01:29:33

Comments

The other fella was right... 4 repeats. Actually the "Grand Total" is 1 question, 2 blanks (it MUST be the same fella!), & 4 repeats, &... 3 bottles of 150-proof rum? HAHAHAHAHA

(o: ODDyssey :o)

PS- nope!!! it wasn't me, & the Site Admin. could check the IP Log to confirm that as well :o)

Date:

25-01-02

Time:

00:58:54

Comments

RE: Residents/House owners:

There's 1 BIG problem in Lagoa... The people who are voting the mayor are the Portuguese who, mostly, are living in the village of Lagoa. Even though the council of Lagoa is probably getting 10 times more money out of taxes in Carvoeiro than in Lagoa itself. Foreign residents also have the right to vote the mayor, most of them don't even know or don't know how.

So if the people of Lagoa are happy...exactly...the mayor stays and stays and stays. So you build them a swimmingpool, a new busstation, a pedestrian area (which is empty), improve the infrastructure, etc...

The money taken out of Carvoeiro people (think of the real-estate-taxes) and Carvoeiro businesses (licenses and taxes) is put into developping Lagoa itself.

In the meantime we, in Carvoeiro, just keep waiting for normal roads, streetlights, pavements etc.

It's time the people of Carvoeiro are taken serious too!

Date:

25-01-02

Time:

00:00:11

Comments

Hey, Clever Dick - that's one question and three repeats. You don't even have the intelligence to be sarcastic in a way that adds up.

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

19:52:34

Comments

Can someone please tell me if the Comput@s bar is still open in Carvoeiro.

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

18:01:39

Comments

Does anyone know if Dr Hook has ever played at the Jailhouse? If so will they be there again this summer?

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

17:45:59

Comments

I think Bruno who used to work at Rocha Brava is now working at the Golf Club in Vale de Milho

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

17:43:41

Comments

Sorry Dr Hook not appearing at the Jailhouse this summer just the same old Dr Jekyll and Mrs Hyde behind the bar.

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

16:46:50

Comments

I'm sure that the barman who used to work at the bar in Rocha Brava was called Harold or Howard not Bruno. Anyway he wasnt there in November either so perhaps he has left as well. Dave

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

16:37:27

Comments

We are being advised in the UK tabloid press that since the introduction of the euro alot of people are being ripped off by unscrupulous retailers in the UK when presented with the euro currency, even though they are openly stating it is accepted in their outlets. How has the currency change in your area of the Algarve affected prices? Are shopkeepers,Bars,Restaurants,Taxis being fair or is the situation as everyone was expecting an excuse to yet another round of pre season price hikes. Your honest replies and comments would be appreciated- Len King. Kingsmith Travel Promotions, Farnham Street Manchester

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

16:15:02

Comments

I NOTICE THAT ALOT OF THE LOCAL URBANISATIONS /TOURIST DEVELOPMENTS HAVE THEIR OWN MESSAGE BOARD. DO GOLFEMAR DEVELOPMENTS HAVE THEIR OWN BOARD AND IF NOT WHY NOT.I'M SURE IT WOULD BE A LIVELY ONE.

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

16:09:47

Comments

Is Bruno the same Bruno who used to work at Rocha Brava Bar? Where is he now?

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

15:33:37

Comments

Afternoon all, The Captain here! Dreaming again of another crazy week this summer, just hoping Ewok gets that week booked quick! Brace yourself ladies and gentleman, we'll be there soon!!

P.s Hello to Bruno! You'd better stock up mate!

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

14:17:16

Comments

Glen's hag is called Cristabel not Tinkerbell!!

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

13:15:17

Comments

Re Glen. his girls/wifes name is Tinkerbell. Ah I remember them 2 well from the early 90's, charming couple,washes his teeth in Vodka.Has he washed his shirt yet? He tried to con Ted Macallier,now that was a battle of the CON MEN,it was like the GUN FIGHT AT THE OK CORRAL.OH YES HAPPY DAYS AND MEMORIES.LOL. What happend to the "Where are they now" pages we used to have?.

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

11:25:03

Comments

I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiments expressed with regard to the conditions of the roads in and around Carvoeiro. When you consider that the new road building programme in the Algarve and the new motorway under construction serving Lagoa and surrounding districts has and is being funded by 'Common Market' money you would think that the local authorities would do their share and keep the roads in reasonable repair rather than just shovelling the odd pile of tarmac from the back of a moving lorry into potholes and hope that the following traffic will compress this into an acceptable road surface. Perhaps lobbying the local Mayor into action or at least embarrassment would help. Someone submit the actual address and I'm sure a few of us will bombard him with half a ton of paperwork(or will that just be discarded along the roadside and add to the almost non existent road cleaning programme). Portugal is full of locals who love the 1st world currency injection but insist on trying to get away with 3rd world service. Sharpen up or lose out-thats what Spain had to do. Ask the mayor of Marbella.

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

10:05:02

Comments

Residents/House owners:

Are the roads infront of your house also falling to bits? Havent seen fresh tarmac in decades? And you are wondering where all the money from your taxes goes? Makes you wonder how Lagoa council can afford a new indoor pool but does not have the spare cash to pave the roads in the urbanisations around Carvoerio.

I believe their position is that whoever can afford a house in Carvoeiro can also afford to pave the road infront of it. That will not do. Carvoeiro is the largest source of revenue in the Lagoa council!

I urge everyone in this situation to start pettioning the mayor in writing to pave the roads around Carvoeiro instead of building new pools, crossings, fire departments, etc. in Lagoa.

The more, the merrier! Thank you!

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

00:10:24

Comments

I see your comments on the Lagoa swimming pool. I am a keen swimmer. Is it an outdoor pool? Why the need for the health certificate? Does it having diving boards?

Susie

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

00:01:53

Comments

2Bed Apartment some weeks available, shared pool, 200m Town centre and Beach. Ideal for town or golf at Carvoeiro, Penina Palmares etc ClayGeorge@btinternet.com

Date:

24-01-02

Time:

00:01:39

Comments

RE: Lagoa swimmingpool.

Isn't it stupid that you can't go swimming there unless you have a health declaration from a doctor which they easily charge you €25,- for (5000 escudos). Do they think this is a third world country or what....

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

23:13:43

Comments

Berlitz language are highly recommended.

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

23:10:16

Comments

What a laugh. Bears and Carvoeiro on the same site. http://www.waddybear.com Unbelievable!!!

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

22:18:41

Comments

Can anyone recommend a'Teach yourself Portuguese' package, CD + Book preferred. For complete beginner who would like to purchase tried and tested package. Has anyone come across a good deal for car rentals - loyalty schemes - as we have purchased on Clube Golfemar and will be coming over regularly now. Any thoughts. Cheers Maureen

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

19:23:59

Comments

Lagoa swimming pool opened before Christmas. Quite good 25 mtre pool. Free entry at present but take swimming cap and flip flops

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

18:32:09

Comments

Re Glen and Tingerbell or whatever. Look harder I think you will find he is still on Rocha Brava. Check out the coffee shop next to the bakers in the village in the mornings also. He borrowed from me but was pursuaded to pay it back

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

18:25:26

Comments

I HEAR THAT GLEN HAS COME INTO SOME MONEY RECENTLY SO I WOULD BE HOT ON HIS HEELS IF I WERE YOU

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

17:59:20

Comments

GLEN drinks at the bar beside Sesmarias water tower & drives a silver Renault 9 sedan ,I assume he owes you money! He deserves a medal for the scam he pulled on the tightest bloke(canadian) youll ever meet

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

12:09:55

Comments

WHERS GLEN & HIS EMPTY CASE AND TINGERBELL FROM ROCHA BRAVA GONE.???

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

11:35:26

Comments

P.S. Carvoeiro should get more lively by the end of March (Easter hols.)

René

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

11:26:29

Comments

Andy:

Carvoeiro Sol Hotel is right in the centre of town and the best option if you want to go bar-hopping. Otherwise there is a new Hotel Mirachoro about 500 Meters from the square, but I hear they only serve breakfast. Almansor Hotel is a little further up the road and offers everything from B&B, lounges, lunches, dinners, cocktail bar, indoor - outdoor pool, etc. Check out the Hotel links on this page for more info.

René

Date:

23-01-02

Time:

11:20:35

Comments

The pool in Lagoa is open for buisness.

Date:

22-01-02

Time:

04:46:13

Comments

Does anyone no if the public pool is open yet in Lagoa. i was told that they where building one. thanks. Amanda

Date:

21-01-02

Time:

22:53:43

Comments

Are Kiss FM still broadcasting in the Algarve and if so,have they got a website?

Thanks

Date:

21-01-02

Time:

21:50:52

Comments

Does any villa owner (3 bedroom with pool) have availability from 3-17th Aug? We have a family who usually book ours but it's already taken for that fortnight and we'd like to help them find somewhere nice. Please contact us at sazmurray@hotmail.com

Date:

21-01-02

Time:

18:19:53

Comments

Hi, I like the site, and the place sounds tempting - I'm coming to the Algarve for a week in early march, flight only booked at the moment, and I'm wondering where to stay. How does Carvoeiro compare to Lagos? I'll have a car, but is staying at the big(?) hotel the only option if you want to be able to walk to a selection of bars/restaurants in the evening? How lively will it be in March? Do I need to book ahead? Any info gratefully received, Andy from Hampshire UK

Date:

21-01-02

Time:

16:14:21

Comments

To the person looking for villa/apartment in May - I could recommend the Monte Dourado apartments in Carvoeiro. The upper level all have 2 bedrooms, lge lounge/dining area, 2 bedrooms, bathroom as well as separate shower room. All in groups of about 20 - most with own pools. We are going in May for our third year. We booked ours through Style Holidays.

Date:

21-01-02

Time:

09:36:40

Comments

Comments:

A great " Thank You " to the person who left the message about the Portuguese lessons in Carvoeiro for me on this board. Also my appreciation to the person who corrected my spelling to my closing of ' ate logo '. It certainly pays to read ones own spelling before sending it. I noticed that a number of people leave messages on this board, but do not add their name at the end of their message. What are they afraid of? If people's communication are kept civil and leave rude comment out of their messages, one should not hesitate closing the notice with their name. I for one would like to thank people by their name, it makes things a bit more personal. If anybody would like to meet us ( my wife and me ) we usually have lunch at " Edra's Snack Bar " at Poco Partido. Tony the owner speaks English quite well. Here I will try again ; 'Ate o proximo mes'. Fred, from Canada.

Date:

20-01-02

Time:

22:52:20

Comments

Do you know if the pub "McMurphy's" still exists in Albufeira? My friend's parents used to own it but I haven't seen my friend in 15 years and would like to contact him.

Date:

20-01-02

Time:

18:25:27

Comments

If you have any information on the new golf course at Lagos (think it is named Beovista (?) and/or an Email address for them please could you forward it to me. waifsandstrays.golf@virgin.net

Thanks

Date:

20-01-02

Time:

01:26:03

Comments

Message for Greg who's looking for an apartment for May in Carvoeiro - We've a 2 bed,2 bath apartment in Carvoeiro. If you'd like details, contact me at barclayeade@lycos.co.uk.

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

19:03:48

Comments

Holiday Villa Casa Pérola Praia do Carvoeiro

Has anyone been, looks very nice.

Location: Very far from town ? ie ~ walking distance & how long.

Thanks

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

17:45:38

Comments

RE THE ADVERT ON THE HOME PAGE CAN SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHERE GOLDEN CLUBE MATO SERRAO IS IN RELATION TO CARVOEIRO TOWN AND DOES ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THE NEW DEVELOPMENT TO BE BUILT THERE THANK YOU MICHAEL TRAYSON

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

14:51:39

Comments

Jan weather quite clement. Dont bother to bring jumpers, its flat racing season and there are stables closeby

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

14:17:40

Comments

I totally agree with the the contributor regarding people living in the Algarve who are so lacking in intelligence not to be able to be fluent in your native language after being a resident for a few years. To those of us however who travel the globe on our vacations we would have to learn so many languages, time just would not allow this luxury, so with this in mind perhaps you will forgive us for not being able to decipher your words of wisdom.

Chuch Myers, Winnipeg(Thats Canada by the way)

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

13:45:25

Comments

Ser poeta é ser mais alto, é morder como qum beija, é ser como um astro que flameja, é ter asas e garras de condor. é condensar o todo mundo num só grito, é ter sede de infinito...etc...e tal...

Didn't understand... Learn portuguese! At least learn a few words, if you are inteligent enough.

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

12:46:41

Comments

going to carvoeiro end of Jan - what will the weather be like - do I need to bring jumpers, etc.

regards

Date:

19-01-02

Time:

00:50:37

Comments

Can someone please tell me what the difference is between the 'guest book' and the 'message board' and should they be used for certain purposes. It appears to me that the whole service has turned into a small ads service and property market.

Carvoeiro

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

17:20:23

Comments

Well I've got to admit that whoever left the 'dickleggsit' message really appealed to my sense of humour! on a cold grey damp friday afternoon. I can honestly say that after being out for a few drinks over the past couple of years with my 6.00pm drinking buddies I cant even speak that well, let alone spell that well. I can certainly recognise the trade marks of some of the message writers (some more than others) Just to say on signing off that since the new laguage school has opened I hope that there will be far more of you all effluent-Sorry fluent in Portuguese and look forward to seeing you all soon

JWT

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

16:58:06

Comments

Gullo

van bnyonb tekl nu ig thfrf ase anu dicksleggsit lessond im Cardborearole

Segards Wikky

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

16:49:40

Comments

Oh Dear!

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

16:38:17

Comments

parasites like you and other estate agents who take a discusting amount like 7% is why many of us dont use agents like yourselfs, who arnt even legal in this country

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

16:34:43

Comments

may i suggest that the person with the apartment for sale reads the message board on 15 01 02 regarding looking for a property (e mail address supplied)- should this culminate in a sale- normal commission rates of 7% apply

Rachmann Estate Agents and Rent Collectors

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

16:27:05

Comments

APARTMENT SOUNDS NICE

GLEN BROWN AND BARRY FRANCE 'PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LDA'

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

15:17:23

Comments

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT ON ROCHA BRAVA FOR SALE, AIR CON , NEW KITCHEN RECENTLY REDECORATED IN PASTEL COLOURS SEA VIEW SAT.T.V VIDEO, HIFI ETC for more details leave message and e address

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

12:32:18

Comments

RE COLINA DA LAPA.AS A COMPLEX IT IS OK,BUT YOU ARE A LITTLE ISOLATED WITHOUT A CAR.IT WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE FOR YOU TO WALK TO A BEACH OR INTO TOWN WITH 4 YOUNG CHILDREN.THERE ARE COURTESY BUSES AND TAXI`S BUT I THINK YOU WOULD NEED A BASE CLOSER TO TOWN AND BEACH TO APPRECIATE THE RESORT.I STAYED AT COLINA DA LAPA LAST YEAR AND THE CONSTANT TRAVEL IN AND OUT OF TOWN SPOILT IT FOR US.

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

11:24:31

Comments

ANYBODY KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF JIM NOWADAYS. HE USED TO LIVE NEAR THE POOL ON GOLFMAR APPARTMENTS THEN MOVED TO SPAIN BUT SOMEONE TOLD ME HE IS BACK IN TOWN.WE SPENT A COUPLE OF GOOD EVENINGS WITH HIM AND HIS CHARMING YOUNG WIFE BUT ALAS WE MISSED HIM ON OUR LAST VISIT

Date:

18-01-02

Time:

10:58:22

Comments

Looking to spend the month of May in Carvoriro area and wanting two bed villa or apartment with either own or shared pool. two couples.

Any deals locally? do I book whole thing this end(UK) or just flights and take my chances last minute.

Previously stayed in Alvor hotel but too quiet

any Ideas Greg

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

18:33:22

Comments

RE COLINA DA LAPA SUGGEST YOU READ THE OLD MESSAGE BOARD WHICH HAS PLENTY OF COMMENTS REGARDING THIS COMPLEX ( GOOD AND BAD)

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

18:09:24

Comments

HAS ANYONE ANY INFO. ON COLINA DA LAPA APARTMENTS, IN COSMOS BROCHURE? THINKING OF GOING IN MAY/JUNE WITH 4 CHILDREN, 2, 4, 6 & 8. ANY INFO ON AREA, RESORT, NIGHTLIFE, EATING OUT, CAR HIRE WOULD BE GREAT.

THANKS ANGELA

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

15:32:07

Comments

To Brian and Val, I would suggest you get in touch with Vernon's Estate Agents in Carvoeiro for information. Phone no. 282 357853. I think they would be very helpful.

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

13:14:54

Comments

We have recently returned to the Uk following two recent trips to the Carvoiero area with the idea of purchasing a two bedroom apartment/villa for the purpose of extended 'holidays'. We have been to alot of agents and viewed alot of property between Almansil and Lagos but keep being drawn to the Vale do Milho area and in particular to the new development being built by PGM/VDM.

Can anyone please let us know if you have any dealings with this Company? Are they as good as they appear to portray? Any good comments but most of all any anyone bad experiences. They tell me that the Company is headed up by an English Director but were very tight lipped about the involvement. I must admit that we are very interested to have another look but as you will gather we are a bit cautious

Brian & Val

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

11:19:23

Comments

Fred: There are plenty logs in Carvoeiro, but please don't eat them. Could you have meant "Ate logo"??

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

10:06:16

Comments

portguese lessons contact Silvia on 282 359224 super teacher

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

04:04:59

Comments

Comming to Carvoeiro beginning of February unfortunately only for five weeks this year. Would anybody know if someone is teaching Portuguese this spring for tourist? In 2001 there was no one. Apparently the lady that normally teaches was in Lisboa last year. The classes were held in the school up the hill opposite from the Chatholic church previous to 2001.Would be nice if soneone could find out the information and leave a message on this " Message Board ". Also who to contact once in Carvoeiro. Thanks a lot, and ate log. Fred.

Date:

17-01-02

Time:

00:52:42

Comments

Re:CASA Merret: is located next to Centianes beach, opposite Cristal Hotel,15 minuits walk to Carvoeiro, several restaurants about.

Date:

16-01-02

Time:

23:43:09

Comments

hi this is kelly and anna. we are 18 and 19 years old and we were wondering if there are any clubs we shouldn't miss whilst in Carvoeiro.

Date:

16-01-02

Time:

20:50:45

Comments

Can anyone tell me whether the Villa Cas Merret is within walking distance of Carvoeiro? and are there many good restaurants in that area, also it would appear from having a quick look aroound that there re a lot of complexes going up aroound this area, is this the case?

David Bowry

Thinking about a holiday in June.

Date:

16-01-02

Time:

16:40:46

Comments

Colin, I figure that the message board is for general questions/chat,etc and the guest book is for visitors to the site and carvoeiro to say how much they like or dislike. Anyway, this is the Internet (ie public domain) and people which generally put what they like (alas). I know some message and guest books are password protected (ie censored) by the webmaster. We don't want that sort of thing here so lets hope people and considerate in what they put.

Date:

16-01-02

Time:

12:34:26

Comments

Can someone please tell me what the difference is between the 'guest book' and the 'message board' and should they be used for certain purposes. It appears to me that the whole service has turned into a small ads service and property market.

Colin McIntosh

Date:

16-01-02

Time:

11:52:13

Comments

CLOSER THAN YOU THINK

BARRY

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

22:26:55

Comments

ADM VILLAS FOR JUNE CONTACT adf@ip.pt

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

21:50:05

Comments

AREIAS DOS MOINHOS.

What do you mean 'check out the photos' ??

Does anybody know of any 2/3 bedroom townhouse or villa in either Areias Dos Moinhos or in our 1st choice of Monte Carvoeiro.

Dates: 6 or 8 June for 2 weeks, 4 Adults + 1 Child (3 1/2)

Many thanks

(sorry if this message is posted twice - System crashed !!)

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

20:00:31

Comments

Re: Areias dos moinhos Why don't you look at our site:http://www.tourist-online.de/115893 ? We rent privately our app. in Monte Carvoeiro. At the calendar you can see the free or booked times.

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

18:31:31

Comments

Re Aries Dos Moinos, In myopion this is a superior choice as you can, walk to the village, walk back without the help of extra oxygen, and the villas are more modern. Execellant location. Check out the pictures but don't worry.

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

17:39:53

Comments

BARRY WHERE ARE YOU,

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

17:38:51

Comments

Looking for a villa/ townhouse land etc upto 120.00pound or 40.000.000escudos contact adf@ip.pt

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

17:34:48

Comments

Re telephone call to Sao Tome e Princpe:

Where does your maid come from????

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

16:21:38

Comments

AREIAS DOS MOINHOS.

We are planning on booking our 5th holiday to Carvoeiro. In the past we have stayed at Monte Carvoeiro & really enjoyed the accomodation & its location, unfortunatly it is already booked for the weeks we are considering.

We have been offered alternative accomodation at Areias Dos Moinhos, but we don't know anything about the area. Is it walking distance to the town etc ??

Have you been ??

Let us know (very soon please !!)

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

14:23:53

Comments

Happy New Year Carvoeiro!! Bit late I know but better late than never as they say. Can anyone tell me please when does the Jailhouse re-open? I know they usually close during the 'winter' months. Cheers and thanks.

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

13:51:00

Comments

Could you give us some more info on who 'Mark the Pilot' is? I was wondering if its the same Mark I once knew. Thanks.

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

10:55:52

Comments

You should just be able to log onto Hotmail and send/recieve e-mails as normal. Just make a note of the web address for your Hotmail home page.

There used to be three options for internet cafes. The one near the post office "Computas" bar I think it's called. The cafe at the Rocha Brava complex and the Vale de Milho golf club also used to have internet access.

This is as far as I know as about 18 months ago....there may be some more now that somebody can advise on?

Date:

15-01-02

Time:

00:21:02

Comments

Coming to Carvoeiro beginng of February 2002 I was wondering if I require an e-mail address from one of the Portuguese e-mail provider, such lick Clix etc. or can I use my hotmail address. Is the internet bar near the post office still in operation and how much do they charge. Thanks , Fred.

Date:

14-01-02

Time:

16:50:09

Comments

Re: Beaches

All the coves between Armação and Alvor have rocks because of the cliffs that crumble into the sea every now and then. If you are looking for long, sandy (rockless) beaches you should go to Armação de Pera and head eastward along the shoreline.

Snorkeling is definatley more fun in the coves, Praia da Marinha is an absolute must for all snorklers.

Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months but keep your eye on the flags (Yellow and red flags usually mean that you should stay out of the deep end...) They also give some indication of how the current is.

Check out the beaches section of this webpage for more.

René

Date:

14-01-02

Time:

16:28:14

Comments

I'm moving to the Algarve from UK early Feb 2002, 15 mins in land from Carvoeiro. does anyone know of a good dog kennels near Carvoeiro/Lago/Guia. If so please let me know by e.mail at david.d.lea@is.shell.com

Date:

14-01-02

Time:

15:51:44

Comments

I would like to know what the sea is like to swim in off the beach at Carvoeiro :

*is it sandy all the way into the sea (or do sharp rocks lurk)?

*are there any dangerous currents?

*is it good for snorkelling?

*does a lifeguard patrol?

Please help :-)

Date:

14-01-02

Time:

10:20:59

Comments

I have a group of friends (20) who are spending a weekend in Lisbon in a couple of weeks time, can anyone recommend a good quality Portuguese restaraunt in the centre of the city where they can eat (and drink!) on the Saturday afternoon?

Date:

14-01-02

Time:

02:27:30

Comments

If anyone is going near mungoe's,please pop in and say hello to VITO dead opposite (pastaria, with the yellow chairs, Top fish cakes,).

Date:

13-01-02

Time:

20:48:37

Comments

does anybody remember svenja? with the chicken on her backpack? hey its me, wastn in carvoeiro for 1,1/2 yrs. missing it, was in U.S. now in cold germany, reards to eveybody ilovesvenja@hotmail.com

Date:

13-01-02

Time:

16:24:42

Comments

TH VILLA AGENCY, THEY COPY OTHER WEBSITES DONT THEY.

BARRY FRANCE

Date:

13-01-02

Time:

14:52:21

Comments

Is "Mark the Misery", the same as "Mark -the crook-Colbatch"?

Date:

13-01-02

Time:

11:31:27

Comments

Just got back from a fantastic fortnight in Carvoeiro. Weather last week was unbelievable for January - I've got a tan. Thanks to all at Julio's for a brilliant New Year's Eve!! How I got my husband and son back up to Rocha Brava I'll never know! Elaine.

Date:

13-01-02

Time:

10:48:02

Comments

No it is not.Conduct your business elsewhere.

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

19:16:22

Comments

Is this message board a free advertising service for villa rental agencies If it is I would like to advertise please

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

16:35:05

Comments

Re weather forecast for next 7 days:- Cloudless skies and above average temperatures of between 30 and 32 degrees C. Typical January weather in the Algarve. If there happens to be the slightest chance of rain please contact your holiday representative immediateley

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

15:54:26

Comments

Does anyone know the weather forcast for next week?? My family and I are flying out tomorrow for our first visit to the Algarve! Yippee

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

15:30:48

Comments

Can anyone tell me who 'Mark the misery' and 'Jim the pee taker' are ? in You know who's message. Andy and Ron I know also 'Mark the pilot' but he has since departed from these shores.Possibly golfers or drinkers at the club bar. I am just inquisitive.

Brian

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

15:21:55

Comments

If "you know who" is Barry and you really are coming back to Carvoiero we are all looking forward to seeing you.We could never understand why you left in the first place. Hurry up and leave a message in the clubhouse with Andrew where you can be contacted.

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

14:49:59

Comments

Hello

Is there really a strip club in Carvoeiro if so could you please let me know where it is. I am staying at Rocha Bravo in March with my elderly parents and would like to visit there

Nigel

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

14:32:29

Comments

Isabel

Who asked you to start trapping off? You sound a bundle of fun! Didnt I meet you one night at the strip club! I'm sure I remember your name!

Richard Long Hampton Court

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

14:18:06

Comments

To "you know who"

This is a tourist message board not a place to air your personal feelings regarding those of us who live here and visit here frequently(Carvoeiro that is). I know most of the people mentioned in your message and as far as I am concerned they are all stout upright pillars of the community. So please buzz off and visit someone elses message board.

Isabel Loude

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

13:54:39

Comments

Well its been just about a year since Ileft Carvoeiro to search for pastures new and more lucrative back in the uk. all I can say that its b---dy cold here and b---dy expensive as well. Gone are the days when a 6 pints of John Smiths and a 8 whiskies could cost no more than a few maintenance jobs tomorrow (How are you Andy?) The only reason to leave was that I had just landed a big bathroom and tiling job but the travelling time each day would have killed me( Is Ron still so young)But thats it Ive decided to come back with the missus of course( that shocked you didnt it- I bet you all thought that I'd done 'er in)

So when you see Mark(the misery) Mark(the pilot) Jim (the pee taker) and all the wrinklies tell them I'll see them soon

Regards

You know who

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

10:48:09

Comments

to the person looking for a 3 bed villa for june look at www.algarve-holiday-agency.com, beautiful villas and prompt service, they will also arrange flights and cars enjoy your holiday in carvoeiro, this will be our 4th visit and cannot wait

Date:

12-01-02

Time:

02:47:02

Comments

Has anyone else experienced unaccountable L/D phone charges to a location called Sao Tome?

Date:

11-01-02

Time:

14:44:46

Comments

Looking for villa availability -3 bedroom for two weeks, starting either 20th/22nd or 27th/29th June 2002. Alan Guerins

Contact alan@surfinsavers.com

Date:

10-01-02

Time:

17:36:01

Comments

Thanks for your translation! Sorry about duplicate msg. - think I've got this msg-board figured out now. Of all the sites I've looked at for info on Portugal and the Algarve, this one has to be the best - keep up the great work. Obrigado, Ed.

Date:

09-01-02

Time:

23:21:35

Comments

Hi Ed,

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Date:

09-01-02

Time:

21:25:27

Comments

Would appreciate if someone could advise/translate on what I am authorizing, with regard to the ONInet Internet Access form - per the wording below: Obrigado, Ed

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Date:

09-01-02

Time:

20:05:49

Comments

Re: Casa Hibiscus

1.What do you need it for? 2.There are at least three houses in the Carvoeiro area with that name. You´ll have to be a bit more precise.

Date:

09-01-02

Time:

18:16:54

Comments

My sympathy to the families of Mr Basselli and Robert Kloog. Your relatives will be sadly missed.

Date:

09-01-02

Time:

09:31:35

Comments

Mungo's is now owned and run by a nice Scottish guy called Bob, the bar is still the same with footy on etc. don't know how it will be run in the summer with regards to entertainment etc.

Date:

09-01-02

Time:

03:13:47

Comments

To: Matt Thanks for the info on the Euro. Chuck

Date:

09-01-02

Time:

02:05:45

Comments

Everyone please BEWARE - you should NEVER, EVER have to pay ANYTHING to be employed in any way. Do not have anything to do with home employment, especially when payment is involved. That message should not be allowed to remain on this or any other site. I wonder what AOL will do when I alert them?

Date:

06-01-02

Time:

23:44:56

Comments

Nice picture of Carvoeiro from 1979. Regards from Waddy at http://www.waddybear.com

Date:

06-01-02

Time:

22:20:29

Comments

Elaine Thanks for the tip about Julios for New Years Eve. I was not able to make contact on the night but we had a great time.It really was a very lively night. Happy New Year Steve

Date:

06-01-02

Time:

20:34:12

Comments

Anyone in history? How about a humble shot of Carvoeiro beach 1979.. have fun.. http://web4.de/carv79.jpg (~270kB)

Cheers, Ingo

Hi Ingo, Thanks for the link, it's a nice photo, if you have any more I would be very happy to use them on the web site!
kind regards,

webmaster@carvoeiro.com

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