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Vale do Lobo
Founded in 1962 by Trusthouse Forte plc and Costain plc, both well-known multi-nationals, Vale do Lobo was the first development in the Algarve.
| Founded: | 1962, the first resort in the Algarve |
| Size: | The largest luxury resort in Portugal - approx. 450 hectares |
| Length of own beach: | Approx.2 km |
| Number of villas and apartments: | Over 1,500 owned outright; 50 properties in co- ownership |
| Outline planning permission: | For 500 more villas and a luxury hotel |
| Permanent residents: | 10% |
| Properties available for rental: | 35% plus 5% co-ownership |
| Total number of beds for rental: | 2,500 |
| Total number of visitors per year: | Approx. 750,000 |
| Tennis: | One of the largest tennis facilities in Portugal: 14 courts, 1 paddle/ mini court, gym and swimming pool |
| Golf: | 2 x 18 hole courses, the Royal (par 72; distance 6,059 metres) and the Ocean (par 73; distance 6,137 metres) |
| Other sports: | Water-sports, football, yoga, aerobics, spinning and many others |
| Number of restaurants and bars: | 15 of diverse cuisine |
| Number of employees: | 200 |
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