Went to the big Continente complex in Portimao and saw Arrival- recommended. It was in English so all good. There was an interval after 30 minutes for 10 minutes which was a little bizarre as none afterwards in a 2 hour film. There are a number of interesting food options on the floor below too.

Thanks for your reply. I could not see anything on the Portimao cinema saying if in English or not. Can I turn up with confidence the films will be in English? Thanks again.

Now its darker earlier, and cooler in the evenings, where can you see a film nearby in English, and what shows that it is in English when you look online? Thanks.

Looks really useful for if you do not have a car Presume Farol stop is near Rocha Brava.
Facebook page down at moment - wanted to see timetable for exact times and costs.
Can't wait to use it!

I heard a Chinese group had bought it and were taking it upmarket. We know a lot of people who have liked staying there and will be disappointed if its will be too expensive now.

For a different and very tasty breakfast try the Earth Cafe at the top of Restaurant Hill. Also does good lunches.

I heard that in Portugal you need to have a fishing licence for both shore and boat fishing. As I fish often, I thought I should show willing rather than ignorance! Locals can get one from a cashpoint but n locals need to go in person to: Deleg. de Barlavento DRAP Algarve At: Porto de Pesca de Porti...

We went this week and had a great meal. Warm enough just to eat outside. Usual friendly staff. Had the great lamb chops and creme caramel and reasonable house red. Will return.

Very useful thanks. I fished off Algar Seco in June but was behind the Boneca bar on a ledge about 30 feet up. I saw others fishing where you described so that must be the place. It looked as though you needed to be an antelope to reach it but obviously worthwhile! Look forward to trying next time. ...

Thanks Phil. Really useful. Will do on next visit.
What did you use to catch the bass and where did you go?

I agree. We went there a number of times in June. Busy and really enjoyed the entrecote steak. Good cocktails too

O Stop has woken up to the fact that its elevated terrace area by the beach is one of the most beautiful positions to eat in the whole region. It has brought in smart tables and umbrellas and waiter service and you can have good meat and fish, as well as just enjoy a beer. You then can peacefully se...

Tried out Helders a few times in June. Watched footie but also trued out the new menu. Entrecote excellent. The new restaurant looks really attractive and was well used. Breakfasts still good.

Thanks very helpful. The shop in Porches has very good top end items that are higher spec than I wanted and Casa had either polyester cheap ones for the beach or higher spec patio ones. I am looking for a non polyester/cotton one for the a small patio for our Rocha Brava garden.

Agree Helders really good as tried twice last month.
The newish Earth Cafe opposite Primavera serves very tasty food for breakfast and at other times and worth a look.