Opening?

logicienne · Post by **logicienne** » Mon Jul 21, 2008 11:13 pm

we are looking at possibly coming over to Carvoeiro in Oct, but have been told that the season ends in Sep and nothing will be left open ( ie restaurants etc ). Is this true?

fmm · Post by **fmm** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:05 am

No - not true. Things slow down at the end of October after the half term - but even then many of the bars and restaurants are open throughout the winter.

Lesley Jean · Post by **Lesley Jean** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 9:15 am

We nearly always go out in October/November and have found all the restaurants open, no problem. It is around December/January you will find that they close but even then there are enough still open to have a really good meal somewhere. Have a great trip October is a lovely time to be out there.

SJ & RE · Post by **SJ & RE** » Tue Jul 22, 2008 12:17 pm

October is a fab time to visit, everything open, just less noise, unless we are there

Bruce Wallis · Post by **Bruce Wallis** » Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:15 am

I agree...we always come out at the beginning of Oct...and usually again in November. I think it's a much nicer place then.....and you can park your car!

SJ & RE · Post by **SJ & RE** » Wed Jul 23, 2008 11:04 am

What are you saying Brucey Baby, Me noisy

sj & Richard .. October is a fab time to visit, everything open, just less noise, unless we are there

Bruce W .. I agree

ha ha

saintsfan · Post by **saintsfan** » Wed Jul 23, 2008 10:28 pm

We are over for a week in October, arrive on the 10th

logicienne · Post by **logicienne** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:07 pm

Thanks to all that have replied so far...one more thing...is it still reasonably hot or do I need to pack a jumper or two?

Bruce Wallis · Post by **Bruce Wallis** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 5:45 am

logicienne wrote:Thanks to all that have replied so far...one more thing...is it still reasonably hot or do I need to pack a jumper or two?

Just for the evening. I also bring a lightweight showerproof jacket....just in case.

fmm · Post by **fmm** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:10 am

Depends - some years it is very warm, others it can be a little colder. Generally nice during the day but you will probably need a sweater in the early morning and evenings.

jkspoff · Post by **jkspoff** » Mon Aug 11, 2008 12:43 pm

October sees the start of major road redevelopment i.e. pedestrianisation of the square and leading roads, so it may be a bit chaotic.

fmm · Post by **fmm** » Mon Aug 11, 2008 1:18 pm

Oh dear - I was hoping that I could get out for a couple of days during half term before all that started!

e-richard · Post by **e-richard** » Mon Aug 11, 2008 1:53 pm

jkspoff wrote:October sees the start of major road redevelopment

fmm, assuming its going to be done by Portuguese developers, I wouldn't worry. Work probably won't start till late November.

Bruce Wallis · Post by **Bruce Wallis** » Mon Aug 11, 2008 2:02 pm

e-richard wrote:
jkspoff wrote:October sees the start of major road redevelopment
fmm, assuming its going to be done by Portuguese developers, I wouldn't worry. Work probably won't start till late November.

It took them 6 months to re-do the mini roundabout and road down to Centiannes Beach. Mind you, they made a nice job of it!

april · Post by **april** » Mon Aug 11, 2008 9:38 pm

We came out in Oct last year thinking it would be warm and pleasant.......but it was scorching and we swam every day - proper swimming in the sea not just a quick dip!!! Luch outside in the square and lovely evenings in the garden or in restaurants. Enjoy!

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