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Ocean Villas Luz

Beautiful oceanfront villas & apartments in the western Algarve. The perfect secret.
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13/11/2024

LUZ LIFE: A brief recap - Since arriving at Ocean Villas Luz in August 2020, writer David Lugg has been experiencing all aspects of Luz Life. This is his review of October 2024:

One of the joys of being a regular visitor to Praia da Luz is that very few things change. And indeed why should it? The beaches are golden, the skies are invariably blue and the standard of the restaurants remains very high. This familiarity is something that breeds confidence. People begin to recognise the same happy faces and choose favourite places to eat and drink. It’s a winning recipe. Yet actually, I would argue that this apparent lack of change is just an illusion. Here’s why:

When a professional athlete is at the top of their game, he or she is not there by accident. Sure, there is a certain amount of natural talent, but the athlete works hard to make the most of their ability. They don’t get to be the best by being lucky. It’s a combination of ability and effort. One of my favourite ever quotes is from ex-golfer Gary Player who (very dryly) said ‘The more I practice the luckier I get’. He ended up winning nine major championships.

The same ethos goes for Praia da Luz. Yes, I will admit that the town is blessed with some stunning natural beauty and yes, the weather is kind to us, but, there are a lot of people doing a lot of good things behind the scenes to keep the town at the top of its game. On an aesthetic level, there are regular beach cleans (organised by volunteers) to help keep them looking as fab as they do. Gardens (including our own at Ocean Villas) are tended to regularly and the streets are kept spotlessly clean.

And as for the restaurants, the continual high standards mean that if you’re not on top form you will soon get found out. There are so many superb places to eat in the town and, I know for a fact, that they work very hard not just on food quality but on levels of service. There’s no point having a fabulous steak if you have a grumpy waiter who slams your food down on the table.

We also have a great community here in Luz. Crime in the town is very low as people look out for each other and respect each other. New businesses are often springing up and there is a real sense that the town-folk will buy local whenever possible. This is no doubt helped by the absence of international companies like Amazon and eBay.

Here at Ocean Villas Luz, we are also doing our best to be on our A-Game. Which is why I am delighted to announce that we have completed a total renovation of all of our bathrooms in the 2-bedroom villas. The bathrooms now all have stunning walk-in showers – I don’t mind admitting that they are looking marvellous. Additionally, the one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments will be completed before Christmas. All the villas and apartments will also receive a new internal lick of paint.

So there you go, it might not appear that Luz ever changes, but the reality is that our lovely town is changing all the time. Without change, standards would drop and Luz would not be the town we all know and love. The important lesson is to keep supporting the local businesses and they will continue to thrive.

We all know that change is inevitable. But the good news is that when change does occur in Luz, it is usually for the better. I for one want to ensure that Luz remains the best town in the Algarve.

More news next month.

David Lugg
davidluggwriter.com

All photo images owned by David Lugg

01/11/2024

From November until the end of March, our oceanfront YOGA will take place on Monday to Friday at 9am. No need to pre-book. All levels of experience welcome. The class will be cancelled if it is raining.

29/10/2024

Would anyone like to come and enjoy the view from our gardens? ♥️

We have last minute availability as follows:
11-14 November (2-bedroom apartment)
18-22 November (2-bedroom villa)

Email us on [email protected]

18/10/2024

INTRODUCING: 'Rise with the Sun' Tai Chi Gung classes

Every Monday from 08:00-08:45
10€ per class
Join Petra in our oceanfront gardens this Monday

11/10/2024

LUZ LIFE: A brief recap - Since arriving at Ocean Villas Luz in August 2020, writer David Lugg has been experiencing all aspects of Luz Life. This is his review of September 2024:

September was a busy month. I had visits from twenty of my friends and family, I published my debut novel (more on that later) and I single-handedly managed to redefine the definition of happiness. When the dust has settled, September 2024 will certainly go down as a memorable month.

The Oxford English Dictionary defines happiness as ‘The state of pleasurable contentment of mind’. Whilst I do concur, I have every reason to make an addendum. Let me explain why. After witnessing hundreds of Ocean Villas guests enjoy yet another wonderful Luz summer, there is one overriding feature that occurs time and time again. I have noticed that we are at our happiest when we are free. When we are away from the stresses of everyday life. When we can live for the moment.

A case in point: holidays! When your vacation starts in earnest, your mindset is different. Sheila from the accounts department is but a mere memory. The gas bill that landed on the doorstep in the morning has been pushed out of your mind. The commute to work? Not even in your thoughts. Your head is free from worry and stress.

When we are free, we tend to smile more and do things that we would not normally do. At the airport, many of us choose to have a morning beer even with the taste of toothpaste still on our lips. Whilst at the hotel, we can choose to have a midnight dip in the pool or perhaps have an ice cream for breakfast. Freedom is about having the opportunity to choose.

Which is why, during my free time, I have been working on my debut novel. I am proud to say that, The Squirrels of Settledown Forest, has now been published by Amazon. The book is aimed at children between the ages of 5-11 but, if you’re anything like me (aka a big kid) then it’s fun for adults too. The feedback has been fabulous so far and, as you would imagine, I am over the moon.

The original premise for the book came from a trip back to Cornwall to see my family. Not far from my parent’s house lies a small woodland called Hustyn Woods. It is magical. Every time I go, it inspires me to write something. The book was born in the woodlands of Cornwall and finished off on the coast of Portugal. Not a bad combination, I’m sure you will agree.

Writing the book has provided me with my own happy place. Somewhere to escape to when I need a break from the day-to-day routine. Much like our beloved Praia da Luz, writing my book is something that I love coming back to. Like Luz, writing keeps me calm and, like Luz, writing allows me to feel free.

So yes, although I agree that happiness is contentment of mind, ‘complete happiness’ requires a sense of freedom. Freedom can come in many different forms, but for me the most important aspect is freedom in our minds. I see it on all the faces of people that visit this lovely town. This is why I have updated my definition of happiness to ‘The state of pleasurable contentment of mind – preferably on holiday in Luz’.

The Squirrels of Settledown Forest is out now from Amazon on hardcover, paperback and kindle. The link is below:

https://tinyurl.com/squirrelsofsettledownforest

More news next month.
David Lugg

All photo images owned by David Lugg

08/10/2024

Join us at Ocean Villas Luz for some warm October sunshine.

Another wonderful wedding in our oceanfront gardens.To enquire about a celebration in our gardens, please email rentals@...

02/10/2024

Another wonderful wedding in our oceanfront gardens.
To enquire about a celebration in our gardens, please email [email protected]

20/09/2024

Autumn availability at Ocean Villas Luz:

1-bedroom apartment - 28 Sept-1 Oct; 5-8 Oct; 19 Oct-2 Nov
2-bedroom apartment - 23-27 Sept; 5-10 Oct; 16 Oct-4 Nov
2-bedroom villa - 30 Sept-5 Oct; 16-23 Oct

20% off any nights in September. Email: [email protected]

17/09/2024

LUZ LIFE: A brief recap - Since arriving at Ocean Villas Luz in August 2020, writer David Lugg has been experiencing all aspects of Luz Life. This is his review of August 2024:

On paper, some things sound absolutely terrible, but then the reality is completely different. Let me ask you a question. According to a 2023 study, what costs around 1000€ per month, gives you hundreds of sleepless nights and completely ruins your social life? Yes, that’s right – it’s having a child. Sounds awful when it’s written down but the reality is that it is the greatest feeling of all.

There are plenty of other examples I can give you. How about the movie Jaws? Basically, it’s a few chaps running around tracking down a shark. However, the film is widely regarded as a Steven Spielberg classic. Everybody knows the ominous music, whilst one or two of the lines have gone down in history as being some of the most quotable of all time. The ‘Terminator’ was much the same. The film only had about three words but it’s one of the most popular movies of all time.

I’ll give you one final example. Who in their right mind would get up exceptionally early in the morning, feel panic that you might be late, sit in a building with thousands of other people, get inside a large aluminium tube for a few hours, before arriving in someone else’s house where, over a period of around seven days, you proceed to give away lots of your hard-earned cash? Yes, you’ve guessed it. It’s called having a holiday. On paper, it’s dreadful. In reality, it’s a necessity.

Yes, ‘necessity’ is the right word for it. Even during tough economic times, a holiday is something we all need. A chance to step away from our day to day routine, let our hair down and do all the things that our busy lives don’t always allow us to do.

A case in point: it’s a Monday morning as I write this blog and a middle-aged couple have just walked past my office eating ice creams. Only a select few would even consider an ice cream on a Monday morning at home. But on holiday, it’s a wonderful idea. How about two glasses of wine with lunch, followed by a snooze by the pool? At home, I don’t think the boss would be too keen on that idea, nor would the owner of the local swimming baths if you popped in for a siesta. But on holiday? Delightful.

And this is my point! When you’re on holiday, you can do away with what it sounds like on paper and there are few consequences. A popular choice is to turn off your phone. Not a great move if you work in an office, but on holiday, it’s a pleasure. The same goes for having a lie-in on a Monday morning. As a rule, the boss won’t be too keen, but on holiday? Who cares!

That’s the thing about having a holiday in Luz. Don’t worry with how it sounds on paper. It doesn’t matter. Become paper-free and live for the moment. There are scores of benefits as our happy guests will attest to. What’s more, it’s addictive. I have lost count how many times our guests have told me that they don’t usually return to the same place for their holiday, but they will definitely return to Luz. There is something special about this town.

To mis-quote Arnie from The Terminator…You’ll Be Back. And we’ll be here to greet you.

More news next month.

David Lugg

All photo images owned by David Lugg

05/09/2024

How is the weather where you are? Would you like some late summer sunshine? Below is our September availability;

1-bedroom apartment: 28 September- 1 October
2-bedroom apartment: 6-11 September; 24-27 September
2-bedroom villa: 21-25 September, 24-27 September, 30 September-10 October

Email [email protected] for a proposal.

30/08/2024

Available dates:

2-bedroom apartment:
30 August - 11 September; 7-13 September

2-bedroom villa:
31 August - 4 September

Email us at [email protected] for a quotation. Valid for new reservations only

20/08/2024

LUZ LIFE: A brief recap - Since arriving at Ocean Villas Luz in August 2020, writer David Lugg has been experiencing all aspects of Luz Life. This is his review of July 2024:

Let’s talk numbers. Don’t worry, I’m not going to bore you (hopefully), but I thought I’d present a few numerical examples of why Portugal remains at the very top of many people’s lists. There are some interesting facts and figures that might surprise you, or if you are a seasoned regular, might just reinforce what you already know.

Do take the following statistics with a pinch of salt but they come from reputable sources such as the rather grand sounding ‘Institute of Economics and Peace’. First up, Portugal is currently the seventh safest nation in the world according to the 2024 Global Peace Index. The annual study indicates that world peace has deteriorated by 6% in the past 15 years but Portugal continues to sit contentedly in its own oblivious bubble. If you have visited this lovely country, you will understand that the Portuguese are mild-mannered and placid in nature. Anything other than peace just wouldn’t feel right.

Portugal is also currently rated as the second best country in the world to retire. It doesn’t take a genius to work out that a combination of good weather, beautiful scenery, kind people and low crime is an advantageous place to live out the most relaxing years of your life. The pace of life is reassuringly slow and stress levels flicker between negligible and nothing. The only exception is if you ever see me in a supermarket queue. I’ll probably be quietly venting, whilst grandma searches in vain at the bottom of her cavernous handbag for an extra three cents to buy cat food. Evolution is quicker than a Portuguese supermarket queue.

On a similar vein, a 2024 study showed Portugal to be the fourth most relaxing country in Europe. With an abundance of national parks, hiking trails and unspoilt scenery, there are few countries more equipped to offer the chance to unwind. The relaxation study also highlighted the high number of spas and yoga retreats, both of which can be found in Praia da Luz. In fact, Ocean Villas Luz offers daily yoga in our oceanfront gardens, whilst mobile beauty therapist Pamela can provide massage from the comfort of your villa or apartment.

Finally, and perhaps most relevant to me, Portugal was recently voted the tenth best country in the world for expats. It ranked highly on environment, climate, safety, security, culture and local friendliness. Yes, I’ll take that. That sounds good to me. When all is said and done, I make my decisions based upon what is best for my family. That sounds like a pretty good list to use as a guideline for life happiness.

It transpires that having the world’s slowest supermarket queues is a small price to pay when living in one of the safest and most peaceful nations in the world. Granted, I once grew a full beard whilst waiting at a check out at Pingo Doce supermarket, but I did so in the knowledge that my family and I were safe and happy.

I’ll leave you this month with a funny anecdote that I heard from a Portuguese taxi driver who, it is fair say, had a very dry sense of humour. We were discussing the highs and lows of living in a different country. He had also spent time abroad but had recently returned to his homeland. I asked him for his honest thoughts on his own country. After a moment’s contemplation he told me that “The Portuguese think that Portugal is the best at everything but they also think that Portugal is the worst at everything”. I guess life would be boring if it was straightforward.

See you soon in the sun…(or in the supermarket).

More news next month.

David Lugg

All photo images owned by David Lugg.

29/07/2024

If you're still thinking of a late getaway, here are our remaning dates for the summer season:

One-bedroom apartment - 8-10 August; 24 August-5 September
Two-bedroom apartment - 17-19 August; 30 August-5 September
Two-bedroom villa - 6-8 August; 29 August-7 September

Email us at [email protected] for more details

11/07/2024

LUZ LIFE: A brief recap - Since arriving at Ocean Villas Luz in August 2020, writer David Lugg has been experiencing all aspects of Luz Life. This is his review of June 2024:

It’s that time of year when noise levels increase by a few decibels. When jet skis and inflatable rubber rings zip across the sea with wild abandon. When waterparks have spiral queues down each scary-looking ride. When the supermarket runs low on sun cream and fizzy drinks. Yes, that’s right – it’s the school holidays.

Far from dreading this time of year, I actually really enjoy it. Praia da Luz has a welcome fervent buzz of anticipation. Mums and Dads are here to make lasting memories with their children. Perhaps it’s their first swim in an outdoor pool together or their first game of football on the beach. Or perhaps it’s a chance for the family to wind down after school exams. Sometimes, a comfy sunbed and a trashy summer novel is the perfect remedy.

Despite the natural beauty on our doorstep, I am often faced with the question of how Mum and Dad can entertain little Johnny on their two weeks in Praia da Luz. Resisting the temptation to say take a bucket and spade to the beach, I have compiled a useful list of activities to keep even the most energetic of children happy. When you’re next staying at Ocean Villas Luz, pop in to see me in the office and I will be delighted to run through the options. Here are a few of my lesser-known highlights:

So you’ve kayaked, been on the rubber rings, visited the waterpark and tried surfing? That’s okay, how about going on a family-friendly hike in the hills. The ever-fabulous Kiki Trips Portugal (kikitrips.com) offers a range of great trips including a walk to an organic blueberry farm where the kids can eat as many blueberries as their tummies will allow, or a gentle stroll to find the 27 degree hot springs. On a similar theme, the Happy-Donkeys Sanctuary Algarve offers a fun morning where you have the opportunity to walk in the hills with a wonderful family of donkeys.

If you can’t get the kids enthused about walking, why not let four legs do the work for you? Tiffanys Riding Centre is less than 5km from Ocean Villas. They offer splendid rides in the hills or around their farm for ages four and up and cater for all levels of experience. I had the recent pleasure of a ride myself and I can highly recommend them.

For adrenaline-fuelled fun, try the nearby Parque Aventura, home of rope walks, zip lines and paintball. Rope walks and zip lines are accessible for children over one metre high, whereas paintball is open to children from ten years and up. For water-based thrills, Luz beach offers kayaks, stand-up-paddle, jet ski, wakeboard and water-ski. You can even hire a pedalo where everyone can pretend to pedal whilst Dad does all the hard work.

But, when all is said and done, the lure of the west Algarve’s wonderful beaches is what brings most people to this fabulous region. Countless times, I have seen teenagers put down their phones and pick up a frisbee or jump in the waves. Even the grumpiest of teenagers usually ditch social media to become social butterflies – well, perhaps agreeable moths, but it’s a start.

So yes, I’m going to embrace the next couple of months. I’m going to enjoy the vibrant bars and restaurants and giggle as the next willing group of participants/victims go flying off their speedboat-propelled rubber ring. I’m going to laugh along with the happy babies and I’m going to smile knowingly as the next grumpy teenager forgets that Facebook even exists. It’s a fun time to be in Praia da Luz.- Mum’s and Dad’s can rest easy knowing that little Johnny will be entertained.

More news next month.

David Lugg

(All photo images owned by David Lugg)

02/07/2024

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A Hidden Gem! Beautiful ocean front apartments & villas on the western Algarve. The perfect destination for your upcoming holiday. Extensive gardens and 21m heated shared pool.

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