With the arrival of autumn, the Algarve offers the perfect setting to escape your daily routine and spend a unique weekend. Here you can find the perfect combination: from shopping to gastronomy and stunning landscapes that invite you to relax in the vibrant colours of the season. With the mild weather and without the typical summer crowds, this is the ideal month to make a short itinerary and enjoy the best that the Algarve region has to offer. We've put together a few suggestions to make the most of your getaway and ensure that you don't miss anything in this unmissable shopping destination.

Your experience begins when you choose your accommodation. The Algarve has a wide choice of accommodation, from hotels to guesthouses and even traditional local lodgings. Our suggestion is that, as well as taking your personal taste into account, you should choose accommodation with a cosy atmosphere and a good location, such as the Real Marina Hotel & Spa or the Tivoli Marina Vilamoura, both with stunning views and within close access to Designer Outlet Algarve. 

Select typical or daring restaurants and take advantage of this escape to go to your favourite restaurant. We suggest you try the restaurant Marina com Noélia; Amara and also Restaurante Al Sud. All very distinct from each other, but offering different gastronomic flavours that will make a difference in your experience. If you prefer, you can also choose Sunday Brunch at Vila Vita Parc, with live music, or start your shopping day at Designer Outlet Algarve with breakfast in our Henri's café. 

Spend the day or a morning at Designer Outlet Algarve and explore everything our centre has to offer. At Designer Outlet Algarve you'll find an incredible selection of national and international fashion brands with discounts of up to -70%. Take the opportunity to catch up on all this season's novelties and take advantage of our Black Week, from 25/11/2024 to 01/12/2024, where you can guarantee that you'll find early Christmas presents at unmissable prices. This Black Week you'll find the trendiest items, from burgundy colours to balloon skirts and denim items at the best prices. 

To complement your shopping at Designer Outlet Algarve, take the opportunity to visit the city of Loulé. Despite its location far away from the ocean, this is a vibrant city that you can visit in the off-season. You can't miss the Loulé Municipal Market and take the opportunity to buy local products such as olive oil, cheese, regional wines and the characteristic medronho. If you get the chance, explore Loulé Castle and its historic centre, full of shops, handicrafts and traditional cafés.

Last but not least, if you want to relax, there are a number of spas with different offers to suit your needs and preferences. You can have a massage as a couple or just enjoy a relaxing massage to make the most of your weekend getaway. We suggest the Grand Spa at the Wyndham Grand Algarve. Located in Quinta do Lago and surrounded by nature, each treatment is exclusive and personalised to your needs. The Spa has a wellness area designed to provide an unforgettable relaxation experience. Slow down and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of an exclusive spa experience. 

All these suggestions aim to offer a balance between leisure, shopping and gastronomic experiences, making the Algarve a perfect destination for an unforgettable weekend!