  
SURFING HOLIDAYS IN THE ALGARVE, PORTUGAL
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
The Western Alagarve has very few health issues to be concerned about. No inoculations are needed and the health infrastructure is of a good standard.
DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE
Portugal has the highest road accident rate in Europe. The standard of both road building and driving is much lower than in Northen European countries, and you need to be continually alert and cautious. Be especially aware of vehicles suddenly emerging from side roads, and of maniac overtaking.
ZERO TOLERANCE
High-profile police patrols are becoming ever more vigilant and ever less tolerant of bad driving, speeding and drink driving. You also risk heavy penalties if you break the law and quite honestly there is no need to be driving like an ***hole, you're on holiday, relax, enjoy the surroundings and if you party, get a taxi or designated driver to drive you.
INSECTS
Ants are out and about all over the Algarve during the warm months and will zero-in on any scraps of food left lying around. This means you need to be a bit tidy, if like me, you find this really hard to do, most of the supermarkets sell insecticide powder.
Use a good insect repellant to deter mosquitoes from munching on your all too exposed flesh at sundown and after dark.
MEDICAL
The clinics and medical services below are listed for information purposes only, are without any responsibility and do not act as a form of recommendation by the Site.
It is our understanding that the institutions listed below have English or are bi-lingual staff that have a good working knowledge of English.
Lagos, Praia da Luz, Burgau & Sagres Area
Clinica Medilagos
282 760 181
Praia da Luz - Lagos - Medical Services
282 780 700
Parque da Floresta
282 690 000
SECURITY
Theft from cars, locked or otherwise, is increasingly common. Don't leave documents and valuables in the car. Common sense security measures should be enough, be a cautious as you are at home, and when you go out, be sure to lock up.
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