*CDN$ pp. dbl. occ. taxes included. Single supplement: $1,200. One-bedroom sea view upgrade: $100 pp. dbl. occ. Single supplement: $200. One-bedroom superior block A-pool view upgrade: $220 pp. dbl. occ. **Add a car: CDN$ per car per week. Based on Hertz VW up or similar (manual) including unlimited mileage, full insurance (CDW, TP, SDW ) airport service charge and taxes).Includes drop off and pick up delivery fees at your resort. ON-4499356/4499372 | BC-34799 | 111 Peter Street, Suite 200, Toronto, ON. M5V 2H1 | Canadian owned

PORTIMÃO, ALGARVE Jardim do Vau

This property is one of our best sellers and a Canadian favourite! Set on one of the most beautiful beaches

of the Algarve overlooking Praia do Vau beach, and within easy reach of one of the Algarve's best known

resort areas Praia da Rocha. This beachfront property will leave you returning year after year. Enjoy beautiful

sunsets, walks on the beach and a short walk to restaurants and shops. Enjoy spacious one-bedroom

landview accommodations, with a small surcharge to upgrade to seaview* plus an indoor heated pool and a

free shuttle to Portimao once daily (except Sundays). Be sure to book early as space is limited!

• round-trip airfare

• 1 hour from Faro International airport

• beachfront, 200 m from bus stop, 1.5 km west of Praia da Rocha, 2 km from the Alto Golf Country Club, 25 km from Lagos

• free shuttle once per day except Sundays (leaves at 9:30 a.m.) to Praia da Rocha, Portimão, Aqua Portimão shopping center and Continente Portimão shopping center (return at 2:30 p.m.)

• heated indoor pool, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi

• one-bedroom land view apartment with a kitchen and balcony

• housekeeping provided six times per week; change of bed linens and towels once per week

• half-day Loule Market excursion

• services of a local representative

Includes:

28nights

Portugal

Add a CroisiEurope Douro River Cruise to your Portugal Longstays Vacation!

Ask a Merit Travel Specialist for more details.

Add a car rental to your Portugal Longstays Vacation for only $350**!+

Departure Dates:Feb. 6, 2018:

Toronto - $2,950* p.p. Edmonton/Calgary - $3,650* p.p. Vancouver - $3,700* p.p.

Feb. 27, 2018:

Toronto - $3,150* p.p.

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ON-4499356/4499372 | BC-34799 | 111 Peter Street, Suite 200, Toronto, ON. M5V 2H1 | Canadian owned

Itinerary:

Day 1 | Feb. 6, or 27, 2018 | TORONTO—FARO Board overnight Air Transat flight 232 departs Toronto at 8:30 p.m. arrives Faro at 8:35 a.m. the following day.

Day 2 | Feb. 7, or 28, 2018 | ALGARVE Upon arrival, collect your luggage and proceed to the arrival area where your local representative will meet you for your transfer to your hotel.

Remainder of the day at leisure.

Accommodations (28 nights): Jardim do Vau Address: Praia do Vau, 8500-820 Portimão, Portugal Phone: +351 282 430 500

Day 3 | Feb. 8, or Mar. 1, 2018 | ALGARVE This morning at a pre-arranged time, your local representative will conduct a briefing to explain the amenities offered at your resort and the surrounding area as well as offer optional tours.

Remainder of the day at leisure.

Days 4-29 | Feb. 9-Mar. 6, or Mar. 2-27, 2018 | ALGARVE Spend your month-long holiday exploring the wonders of the Algarve. There are many different beaches along the coast, fantastic restaurants and many optional excursions available for purchase locally, to help you get acquainted with the Portuguese culture.

Day 12 | Feb. 17, or Mar. 10, 2018 | FARO HALF-DAY LOULE MARKET EXCURSION: A visit to this beautiful inland town to get involved with the locals at the weekly Markets.

Plenty of free time to visit the Moorish castle, browse around the quaint narrow shopping streets or hustle and bustle with the locals in the gypsy market. This is for those who love a bargain!

Day 30 | Mar. 7, or 28, 2018 | FARO—TORONTO Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Board Air Transat flight 233 departs Faro at 10:05 a.m. arrives Toronto at 1:40 p.m.

END OF SERVICES.

Facilities:

One-bedroom land view apartments are located on either side of the main reception building, and can either be on the ground floor, or first floor with no seaview.

One-bedroom sea view apartments are located on either side of the main reception building, between the ground floor and third floors, with views of the ocean or beach.

One-bedroom superior Block A, pool view apartments (do not have air conditioning) are located in the front building of Jardim do Vau, overlooking the outdoor swimming pools and pool bar. The ground floor units have access to the outdoors with sliding glass doors.

The bedroom has two twin beds plus a sofa bed in the living room; balcony with loungers; complete kitchenette with fridge, microwave, coffee maker, two burners, toaster and kettle, but no oven.

There is free WiFi access in the room as well as public area. The computer at reception is also free to use. Satellite TV, safe in room (€34 for 28 days stay), air conditioning (block B & D). A full bathroom with a hairdryer. Ironing board and iron on request.

This is a self-catering accommodation. Please bring your own supply of toiletries. We suggest that you consider packing your favourite necessities for a month Longstays such as tea towels, face towels, your favourite soap, shampoo etc.

A swimming cap is mandatory if you want to use the indoor swimming pool.

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