Sao Bartolomeu de Messines accommodation from NZ$149

You'd be crazy to travel to Sao Bartolomeu de Messines and not see the Zoomarine. The Ocean View Residences and BaySide Salgados are handy options for visitors as they are within a 100 metres radius of Zoomarine.

You could check out the Hotel Quinta do Lago and the Quinta do Lago Country Club. The Hotel Quinta do Lago is situated 35 kilometres from the main part of Sao Bartolomeu de Messines. The Quinta do Lago Country Club is located 35 kilometres away. Another option is to book a room at the Dona Filipa Hotel or the Conrad Algarve.

You'd have to be a goose to head off without seeing the other things on offer in Faro. Faro is blessed with beaches and coastal plains, along with commonly visited Faro destinations like the ruins, castles and old towns. Energetic travellers can try their hand at mountain biking and mountain climbing in this part of Portugal.

Everyone knows we Kiwis are pretty laid back, so consider staying a little longer and check out the Zoomarine, Albufeira Old Town Square and Oura Beach, which you'll find in Albufeira, 15 kilometres to the south of Sao Bartolomeu de Messines. If you'd like to visit Albufeira, be sure to check out the Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort and Aqua Pedra dos Bicos Design Beach Hotel. 20 kilometres to the southwest of Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, you can also stay at Lagoa, home to the Tivoli Carvoeiro and Hotel Carvoeiro Sol. If you're staying in Lagoa, set aside a little time to check out the Senhora da Rocha Beach, Grande Beach and Slide and Splash Water Park.

Located 40 kilometres away from Sao Bartolomeu de Messines is Faro International Airport. Stay nearby at the Hotel Aeromar or the Residencial Same.