For those of you that have never travelled to Portugal, there are a couple of ways to get there...

Boat

If you want to do a road trip, you can get on a boat to St Malo if coming from Jersey, or Calais if from the UK. We have done this before over three days and stopped off in some really beautiful places. Please contact one of us if this is what you plan to do and we can send you some recommendations. Otherwise, you can drive with no stops but this will take about 18-20 hours depending on what route you take.

Flights

Jersey Beans

If you don't want to drive, but also don't want the hassle of going to the UK, Fly Direct offer direct flights from Jersey-Faro. These can be a bit more expensive but they will save time and do include luggage as well. Please just be mindful that flights are only available on a Saturday for 7/14/21/28 days. We believe dates for next year come out in September 2026. You can also book accommodation directly with them on their website.

www.flydirect.co.uk

UK Family & Friends

There are regular flights to Faro from Gatwick, Luton or London Southend.

There are loads of Air BnB's available, as well as Hotels and Apartment Hotels throughout Albufeira. We would recommend staying in the Albufeira area as this is where the wedding venue is and it is close to most of the things to do. You can also stay in Vilamoura which is beautiful, but it's just a bit further away. Please contact us if you would like some recommendations.

www.booking.com

www.airbnb.com

We would recommend hiring a car if you are making a holiday from your trip (please make sure you check there is parking where you are staying!). But if you are only staying for the wedding, make sure you download the Uber app as these are very reasonably priced and easy to order rather than having a car.