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Picturesque Algarve Beaches Draw Increasing Tourist Crowds

Tourists in Algarve express discontent over high prices, yet demand, particularly in the luxury sector, remains robust. Instead of prioritizing nights indoors, tourists opt for extended days on the beach, willing to pay for comfort and glamour. In lieu of consuming Berliner delicacies, caviar...

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Ever-growing number of vacationers flock to Algarve's opulent coastlines
Ever-growing number of vacationers flock to Algarve's opulent coastlines

Picturesque Algarve Beaches Draw Increasing Tourist Crowds

In the world of beach holidays, luxury beach clubs affiliated with international brands are making a splash, offering exclusive amenities, premium services, and all-inclusive pricing aimed at delivering unique and upscale experiences to their guests. Here's a look at some of the features and pricing details of these exclusive retreats.

| Feature/Service | Example & Details | Pricing (Approximate) | |---------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------| | **All-inclusive access** | Royal Caribbean's Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas includes unlimited open bar, dining, and multiple pools and beaches, plus beach grills and bars. | $169.99 per adult (21+), $129.99 for 13+, $109.99 for children 4-12; under 3 free[1][4] | | **Pools and exclusive pool areas** | Multiple pools including adult-only pools and swim-up bars (e.g., world's largest swim-up bar at Royal Caribbean's club); some clubs have dedicated chill zones and party decks. | Included in day pass[1][4] | | **Private cabanas and Balinese beds** | Premium cabanas with personal attendant service, multi-level family cabanas, and Balinese beds for enhanced comfort and privacy (common in luxury clubs like Sandals resorts and Atlas Beach Club). | Minimum spend or premium pricing varies; e.g., Atlas Beach Club daybed minimum spend required[3] | | **Meals and drinks** | Unlimited dining and drink options included in day passes or resort packages; Royal Caribbean offers 10 bars and three beach grills, Sandals resorts include diverse, gourmet dining options. | Included in all-inclusive pricing; Sandals resorts start from $243 to $415+ per person per night depending on location[1][2][4] | | **Adult-only pools and zones** | Several venues feature adult-only pools or restricted areas for a more serene and exclusive experience, like Royal Caribbean's pools and some Sandals resorts' adult-only settings. | Included in the access fee or resort stay[1][2] | | **Unique cultural or location experiences** | Royal Caribbean integrates local Bahamian culture; Sandals resorts emphasize Caribbean ambience and luxury; Atlas Beach Club in Bali emphasizes extensive pool and beach areas with cultural touches. | Included in experience; entry fees may apply (e.g., Atlas charges an entrance fee plus minimum spend)[1][2][3] | | **Age restrictions** | Adult pricing typically starts at 21+; children and teens have separate pricing or restricted access to alcohol and certain amenities. | See Royal Caribbean pricing tiers[1] |

One such luxury concession on the Algarve beach is associated with an international brand and has been generating buzz among influencers and the public. The cost of enjoying the beach in maximum comfort at this concession is significantly higher than at a regular beach, with a Balinese bed on the beach costing 500 euros, double sun loungers at the pools costing approximately 150 euros, and a beach chair costing around 20 euros.

Visitors to the luxury concession are greeted with champagne and can enjoy sunset parties at the pools. The high prices suggest a focus on providing an exclusive and upscale beach experience that appeals to influencers and generates publicity. With around 500 to 600 meals served daily at the concession, and the prospects for the luxury concession's sector suggesting another excellent tourist year, it's clear that these exclusive retreats are here to stay.

[1] https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-ships/private-island [2] https://www.sandals.com/beachfront-resorts/ [3] https://www.atlasbeachclubbali.com/ [4] https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-ships/private-island/royal-beach-club-paradise-island/pricing-and-packages.action

  1. The luxury concession on the Algarve beach, associated with an international brand, offers outdoor-living experiences that include sunset parties at the pools and the use of Balinese beds on the beach for 500 euros.
  2. Home-and-garden amenities at this exclusive retreat include double sun loungers at the pools, which cost approximately 150 euros, while a beach chair can be rented for around 20 euros.
  3. As travelers seek unique and upscale experiences, such as adventure-travel destinations and home-and-garden retreats like the luxury concession on the Algarve beach, the market for these exclusive retreats continues to grow, suggesting a trend in the lifestyle industry.

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