Vilamoura
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| - | [[Image:VilamouraMarina.jpg|345px|thumb|right| | + | [[Image:VilamouraMarina.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Marina de Vilamoura - ''Click for larger view'']] |
| - | + | 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 and is still expanding outwards from the marine center. The resort is located 14.3 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 | + | At the heart of Vilamoura is the [[Marina de Vilamoura]], which has the capacity to berth over 1,000 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 | + | 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. |
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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====Radio Nets==== | ====Radio Nets==== | ||
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
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==Berthing options== | ==Berthing options== | ||
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
| - | * | + | * [[Marina de Vilamoura]] provides over 1,000 berths for yachts of up to metres in depths of up to 3.3 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 | + | * 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=== | ===Anchorages=== | ||
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==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
====Marine Stores & Facilities==== | ====Marine Stores & Facilities==== | ||
| - | + | See [[Marina de Vilamoura]]. | |
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====Repairs/Yards==== | ====Repairs/Yards==== | ||
| - | + | See [[Marina de Vilamoura]]. | |
====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
| - | Fuel jetty next to the reception pontoon. Water and electricity at all berths. | + | Fuel jetty next to the marina reception pontoon. Water and electricity at all marina berths. |
==Things to do Ashore== | ==Things to do Ashore== | ||
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* Supermarket and other shops in the marina | * Supermarket and other shops in the marina | ||
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====Eateries==== | ====Eateries==== | ||
* Pier One restaurant in the marina. | * Pier One restaurant in the marina. | ||
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====Internet/WiFi==== | ====Internet/WiFi==== | ||
| - | Yes, in the marina. | + | Yes, in the marina reception. |
====Laundry==== | ====Laundry==== | ||
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====Garbage Disposal==== | ====Garbage Disposal==== | ||
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Revision as of 15:44, 23 March 2013
Vilamoura, Portugal
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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 and is still expanding outwards from the marine center. The resort is located 14.3 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 1,000 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.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts:
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.
Berthing options
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Marina de Vilamoura provides over 1,000 berths for yachts of up to metres in depths of up to 3.3 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
Garbage Disposal
Bins in the marina.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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
Links to relevant websites.
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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