Irish Weddings Abroad by Heffernans Travel Planners 2011 2012

The Algarve stretches from the Spanish border along more than a hundred kilometres of rugged coastline and golden beaches to the dominating cliffs of St Vincent.
Algarve’s resorts are sunny and sporty, modern and lively, quaint and picturesque and the ideal location for your Wedding Abroad. There is a large selection of good quality accommodation to suit all needs.

Restaurants in the Algarve are well known for their excellent cuisine. There are many popular sea food restaurants scattered throughout the resorts.

The Algarve has a mild climate all year round, temperatures can range from 15c in winter months and 30c in the summer months.

We can organise catholic weddings in the beautiful Island of Madeira.

Your wedding reception can take place in a 5 star hotel, located on the spectacular rocky of Ponta da Cruz with breathtaking ocean views, from the bay of Funchal and the high sea cliffs of Cabo Girão.

Top class quality food and service make this location the perfect choice to enjoy your special occasion.

Although this ancient coastal village is now a very popular holiday location the enclosed narrow streets have kept development to a minimum. Many of these streets now boast bars with live music and different types of restaurants, however leading off from these there are still memories of the older fishing village. In the area are a number of holiday resorts from which the tourists enjoy visiting it and its attractions. The village is well located facing a natural lagoon opening onto the sea. There is a choice of a long open sandy beach or a number of small coves tucked under the cliffs. The originally 16th Century Parish Church was rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755 and still has a prime example in its main doorway of the great craftsmanship of the Manueline era of architecture. It was the only building that more or less survived from the earthquake.

We have a great relationship with the local priest who speaks English and is very happy to marry Irish couples.

Alvor church is close to resorts such as Alvor, Praia Da Vau and Praia Da Rocha
All of these resorts are good choices for family and friends to share your special day at reasonable prices with a wide variety of accommodation to choose from.

4 star hotel – Portimao

We can organise wedding receptions to take place in a beautiful 4 star hotel overlooking the Arade river, surrounded by beaches and the famous marina of Portimao.

We have a great relationship with our wedding co-ordinator in this hotel . On a recent visit we were given an in-depth tour of the hotel and wedding reception area. We had the opportunity to sample the delicious food and can recommend this hotel for its excellent service and quality.

5 star hotel – Praia da Rocha

This hotel has an ideal location situated directly overlooking the white sands of Praia Da Rocha beach. Take time to enjoy the many facilities the hotel has to offer such as their 2 sea water pools, spa & fitness, 2 restaurants, 3 bars and its main attraction the “Casino” where you can dine and take in a show.
There are many different reception rooms to choose from, we can help you decide on the room that will suit your taste. The exotic gardens of the hotel provide the perfect atmosphere to celebrate your special day.

5 star hotel – Alvor

We can offer a luxury 5 star with a unique location on the cliffside overlooking Alvor beach. The hotel has a beautiful function room which overlooks its lush gardens and backdrop of the coast.

The top class service of this hotel will make your wedding day unforgettable..

4 star hotel – Lagos
A welcoming 4 star hotel with excellent facilities. The hotel has a beach club which is ideal for wedding receptions. As this venue is located directly on the beach you can enjoy a golden sunset, while overlooking the long white sandy beach. Stylish service and great food makes this venue ideal for a beautiful wedding day.

We can offer a 5 star hotel situated on the outskirts on Albuferia, in an excellent location, only minutes walk from the beach. Elegance, quality and design are some of the features inherent to the concept of this hotel. It has modern and exclusive furnishings, including a panoramic elevator, Mediterranean style gardens, three outdoor pools and one indoor, relax and beauty centre, kids club, tennis court, and an 18 hole golf course nearby.

Your wedding reception can take place – on a rooftop terrace overlooking the sea, or in the hotels private restaurant on the beach.

We can organise for your catholic wedding ceremony to take place in the small church located in the village of Paderne or in one of the churches in the centre of the resort of Albuferia.