January

[TP]

Hi all,

I am planning to come to the village with 4 friends around the 18th Jan for weekend to celebrate a mates 40th. I have been many times before but never in Jan. We are not worried about lively night spots, just that there are a few bars and restaurants in the village that are open. Could some of you residents and regular winter visitors let me know what to expect.

Thanks

Tony.

[Barry]

A bit of a lottery. The sun still has some warmth, but there is always a chance of rain. Nights tend to be cold so take something warm for the evenings. Many restaurants close, but there normally enough still open so that you can eat out. We love the place in January, February and March. It is certainly a good deal better than UK at that time of year. Enjoy your holiday.

[wolfie]

I was sat on the beach last New Years day -was excellent - but it is unpredictable . There will be plenty of places open - and you won't have to book a table

[TP]

Thanks guys for your help. Weather not hugely important although some of guys will play golf if dry but just wanted to make sure there was a bit of life in the village without getting cabs elsewhere. Been in most months bar Jan and Casa Algarvia and Sully's always seem to be open so fingers crossed!!.

Tony.

[blue]

There's plenty open in January & usually a nice atmosphere, & if push comes to shove you could always support the local darts teams especially Hemmingway's girls, they usually cause a fairly riotous evening.

[TP]

Blue,

I think I may have encountered the darts ladies before and as you say they can be a riotous lot ( think there was a lady called Patsy who got better the more bottles of Cristal she drank! ).

Numbers confirmed now so 6 easyjet flights at 35 quid each including tax will be booked in the morning!!.

Tony.

[dennisg]

[quote="TP"] although some of guys will play golf if dry

Tony.[/quote]

Golf is cheaper in January (and December) than the rest of the year. So that will be a bonus!

[Ant1969]

Artega's is always an option?

[april]

Rascals bar is great! Rachel and Sergio are lovely hosts - and Rachel's gorgeous! She does a great Sunday lunch too til quite late...and the view looking out to sea from the terrace just encourages you to sit there have another beer and soak up that winter sun..................

[TP]

Excellent if Rascals is open as well, very cool and relaxed bar with views to die for.

Thanks April.

Tony.

[Barry]

Last year Rascals opened for lunch, but not for dinners. Not sure what the plan is this year, but will find out when we are over in October.

[Ant1969]

Which one is Rascals?

[joanne]

Open New Years Eve anybody?

[april]

Ant, Rascals is the one just up the hill from the Ice Cream Shop, Sully's etc. It used to be a lively old place a few years ago - more for kids you know. Now it's all Latino and laid back, fresh flowers, cocktails, cava and canapes.

[Ant1969]

Thanks, April. Is that the cocktail place set high up on the right?