Marina Attractions
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Category: Tourism / Turismo
Forum Name: Local attractions / Locais de diversões
Forum Description: What to do & What to visit / O que fazer e o que visitar...
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Topic: Marina Attractions
Posted By: Keith M
Subject: Marina Attractions
Date Posted: 08/December/2015 at 10:15
| I was at the Go Kart track yesterday in the Marina and Sandy who runs it has informed me that the owners of the track have taken over a couple of the vacant units and are building a 10 Pin Bowling Alley. it is due for finishing mid January and will be up and running for the start of February. I always enjoy a bit of track time and love the bowling so that will be me sorted for a few hours on my return in 8 weeks or so!! |
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Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 08/December/2015 at 10:21
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Sounds good to me! I enjoyed a couple of visits to the bowling at Algarve Shopping before it closed down. The marina is only 10 minutes walk for me, so a trip is well on the cards. Thanks for the information. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: Keith M
Date Posted: 08/December/2015 at 10:26
| If you buy a skateboard ..... You'll be there in two minutes as it's all down hill from your spot!! On the way back just hold on to the back of the bus for a tug up the hill! Quite looking forward to the bowling alley myself. |
Posted By: Walton1664
Date Posted: 11/January/2016 at 09:48
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Hi Just wondering whether anybody has a further update on this??? Where out in early feb and would be great if we could go bowling!!......
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Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 11/January/2016 at 11:14
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There might be something on their website at http://algarvekarting.com/" rel="nofollow - http://algarvekarting.com/ or you can contact them - I cannot get the site to open. I've not heard anything locally. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: Walton1664
Date Posted: 11/January/2016 at 12:31
| Thanks Cubsur, i have tried the website too and can't get it to open! Will try and call them in the next few days... |
Posted By: JimTina
Date Posted: 11/January/2016 at 12:37
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When we were there over Christmas, there was a bowling alley open at the place that hired out the segweys and kids quadbikes. It only had two lanes I think though. I spoke to the man who was putting all the bikes out and he said that they opened from around 11.30am so long as it wasn't raining. |
Posted By: bob d
Date Posted: 11/January/2016 at 15:21
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Yes, it's open. ------------- we're not brazil we're norn iron |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 12/January/2016 at 13:20
Not yet. Picture taken earlier today. BTW Sharky's bar down there is closed until 22 January for anyone who needs to know. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: bob d
Date Posted: 12/January/2016 at 20:26
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Oops, next door neighbor told me he had a game over the holidays. Must have been talking bowls. 😀 ------------- we're not brazil we're norn iron |
Posted By: Walton1664
Date Posted: 13/January/2016 at 08:28
| Thanks for the info Cubsur, looks like it's a few week's if not months away? |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 13/January/2016 at 11:23
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Various people were working but I certainly saw nothing to tell me if or when it is open. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: stuart123
Date Posted: 13/January/2016 at 13:12
| I spoke to the lady in the go-karting track just before Christmas, and she said it was opening in Jan..... or Feb - typical Portuguese time scales :-) |
Posted By: Richardk
Date Posted: 13/January/2016 at 16:05
| Spoke to English builder on site today - will be 9 lanes of bowling including 2 lanes slightly to one side for private parties. They are hoping to complete build late February/March but then have to obtain licences before they can open. Hoping to be around Easter but this is Portugal! |
Posted By: john2604smith
Date Posted: 13/January/2016 at 16:27
Nice Bar at the Marina called Sharkey's run by a lovely guy called Chris, nice food reasonable prices !  ------------- ownersdirect P3708 |
Posted By: john2604smith
Date Posted: 13/January/2016 at 21:24
Ooop's just noticed cubsur's earlier post about Sharkey's being closed until 22nd January !  ------------- ownersdirect P3708 |
Posted By: Keith M
Date Posted: 18/February/2016 at 13:09
| Spoke to Sandy at the Go Kart track on Saturday. The bowling alley will be finished, all being well by early March but, as ever, it's all down to the various papers that have to be passed and t's crossed and i's dotted before opening. It is actually looking quite good in there now so should be quite a good addition to the Marina area, which in my eyes is a real must for anyone stopping in town. |
Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 16:40
| It will be good to have a bowling alley back, and a nice boost to the Marina area hopefully. Thanks for the info Keith. |
Posted By: A9NDY
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 17:36
| In theory it should be a success, with advertisments/promotions and not too expensive the tourists will use it as there's not a great deal to with teenagers, and the locals are bound to use it also. The owners should give leaflets to hotels ect with prices and opening hours . Good luck to them hope it works out for them |
Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 19:27
| Publicity is the key Andy, you are right. Lack of it was one of the major reasons the previous one failed in my opinion. |
Posted By: DICEYUK
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 19:37
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Our local independent ten pin bowling alley at home in the UK does 2 games of bowling, burger & chips & a drink for 2 people for £10 (i.e £5 each) ------------- I hate how peopleï compare Frank Zappa to God. I mean, he's cool and great and nice and everything, but he's no Zappa. |
Posted By: A9NDY
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 19:57
| Radio stations, local press , even tickets shops could spread the word or corporate events ? Tbf forums like this do help. My local bowling lane charge £18.50 a lane excluding food and drink so a package deal would sell well . |
Posted By: A9NDY
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 20:06
| Forgot to add ...i would call myself as a regular i/we come over 5 or 6 times a year and didn't realise there was underground karting place down the marina .... so it goes to show its all in the publicity and the diligence of the owners/ management |
Posted By: Andrew
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 20:10
Dicey that's very good! Up here a lane would cost you twice that, never mind any side, freebie, tasters etc, and you need to book two or three weeks in advance, and the bar prices are extortionate.. But the places are rammed. ------------- Andrew |
DICEYUK wrote:Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 20:56
In fairness there's a socking great billboard outside the fire station Andy. But if that's the only one, and you don't pass that way, then you wouldn't know unless you went to a ticket shop I guess? |
Posted By: A9NDY
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 22:10
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To be fair I've never seen that lol and we've been staying that side of town hopefully I'll spot it when I'm next over 😂... jokes aside I gather it's the same for festivals and new years eve celebrations , little or no advertising or very last minute. Someone could set up a publicity business and make a few euros commission 😉 |
Posted By: DICEYUK
Date Posted: 19/February/2016 at 22:50
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On the same subject, how many people are aware of this Adventure Park in Santa Eulália. Never seen it advertised & only know about it as we go past it on the bus Mind you some people have found it as it's got 279 reviews on Trip Advisor http://www.lusoaventura.com/en/the-adventure-parks.html ------------- I hate how peopleï compare Frank Zappa to God. I mean, he's cool and great and nice and everything, but he's no Zappa. |
Posted By: Jayjan
Date Posted: 20/February/2016 at 00:47
Suppose not many Dicey unless its posted/advertised on other forums or tripadvisor. Just can't understand why the Portuguese can't promote their businesses.Maybe they depend on tourists to do it for them. Lazyitis comes to mind 
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Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 20/February/2016 at 08:27
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Again , the adventure park is well publicised in ticket shops, but no good if you don't go into them... Those that know me will be aware that the p**s poor publicity on the Algarve is one of my big bug bears.You would have had no idea that six of the best cyclists in the world were riding through the town last week if Cubsur didn't let us know on here. The only events that seem to get a plug are things that are miles away, for example the Monchique sausage festival has a big billboard publicising it at the top of MFA road. The honourable exception being the Albufeira wine festival which is very well publicised, and as a result is a huge success. |
Posted By: Keith M
Date Posted: 20/February/2016 at 10:45
| I am going down to the track today for another session, so will mention the observations on here to the owners. If you like a go on the track the options are there to do 10, 15 or 20 minutes at very reasonable prices. The Karts are quick for the track and it's great when you get it right. All being well the owners (Who are British) will take on board some of the comments and the alley/track will continue to be on the up. |
Posted By: A9NDY
Date Posted: 20/February/2016 at 11:48
| It's worth mentioning to them .... they've put time money and effort into it.perhaps handing out a few flyers in the square ect , |
Posted By: john2604smith
Date Posted: 20/February/2016 at 13:44
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"for example the Monchique sausage festival has a big billboard publicising it at the top of MFA road" Sausages are a big thing in Portugal, in a recent survey Portuguese Sausages were voted 4th best in Europe, UK came in 6th with German sausages coming last because they are wurst  ------------- ownersdirect P3708 |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 21/February/2016 at 10:28
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I was thinking whether there is some kind of law preventing local attractions and places like the karting, for example, putting up small posters about themselves in bars that tourists use? It wouldn't take much effort at the start of the season. I know the karting has a dirty great sign near the fire station, but people walk past those things. When sitting in bar as one does, attention falls on the posters advertising community and social events. The NYE event was better publicised last time than before, as they were able to confirm the headline performer early in November for a change. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: jameswhufc
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 10:27
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I tried to send an email to the karting place in the Marina over a week ago to see what package they could do for a group of us and had no reply. I also emailed the other karting track in Almancil too who came back to me, but seemed a bit pricey with the travel costs added too. ------------- West Ham United season ticket holder. |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 10:48
This picture taken yesterday answers another question about marina attractions. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 10:57
Yesterday at 3pm ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: lucyr
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 11:01
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Ooooooooo very nice, thanks. ------------- my beautiful portugal |
Posted By: Keith M
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 11:10
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James, You could also try getting in touch through Facebook if you are on there. The track is currently only open from Friday through Monday (out of season) and I do know that the owners are busy with the bowling alley. They are normally quite good at getting info back to people, as is the manager, Sandy. |
Posted By: jameswhufc
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 12:24
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Thanks have tried dropping them a message on there. Been to Albufeira over a dozen times and never made it down to the marina so would be nice to head down there and take a look. ------------- West Ham United season ticket holder. |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 14:28
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The notices around the marina (and to be fair there are a few) tell that the karting is currently open 12 - 5 Fridays to Mondays. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: stuart123
Date Posted: 22/February/2016 at 14:47
| There was a sign up next door to Tasca on the marina for a new Irish bar - any sign of that? |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 23/February/2016 at 11:06
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Sorry, didn't notice. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 10/April/2016 at 10:51
Bowling still not open, no-one working on Friday afternoon and no information visible. Picture taken around 530pm ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: A9NDY
Date Posted: 10/April/2016 at 11:50
| They don't seem to be in any rush to complete and missed all the easter trade |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 12/April/2016 at 10:47
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Their website http://www.algarvebowling.com" rel="nofollow - www.algarvebowling.com is currently 'under construction'. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 22/April/2016 at 10:54
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Bowling is now open. Currently only until 6pm but will be longer hours in main summer season. No shoe rental, wear your own. Their flyer below. Website is not yet operational. A few doors way is a new 'Irish' pub, imaginatively called 'Jack's' that is getting towards opening but no sign to tell when.  ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 22/April/2016 at 11:40
| €10 is a bit steep. |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 22/April/2016 at 11:41
This might appeal to someone I guess. Some sort of surfy slidy thing. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: Jock
Date Posted: 22/April/2016 at 11:45
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What we need is another bogus Irish pub, begorrah! Having visited Dublin and country pubs in Donegal I've yet to find an "Irish" bar outside Ireland that convinces. ------------- It is no coincidence that in no known language does the phrase 'As pretty as an Airport' appear. Douglas Adams |
Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 22/April/2016 at 17:48
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I used to live virtually next door to one in London D. It was a "normal" pub that sold Tayto crisps and that happened to be run by an Irish family. Just like the ones in Ireland I have visited - not a chuffin leprechaun or tricolour in sight... Great pub it was.
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Posted By: stuart123
Date Posted: 23/April/2016 at 07:28
More information here http://www.viajecomigo.com/2016/03/23/xflow-surfspot-portugal/ |
Posted By: bob d
Date Posted: 25/April/2016 at 11:22
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Very busy yesterday. It's a surfing thingy that shoots jets of water up so you can surf on it without going anywhere if you know what I mean. ------------- we're not brazil we're norn iron |
Posted By: alan&alice
Date Posted: 25/April/2016 at 13:34
is that with or without sharks bob? :-) ------------- http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk/rentals/albufeira/481652 |
Posted By: peteknopp
Date Posted: 25/April/2016 at 15:24
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Just tried the bowling and its 5 a game until the official opening mid may. tried to go karting and as there is a kids price, thought they would just race kids then back to adults but was told there could be adults on when kids go. Stupid. Lost our trade. Was suggested I go too but what was to stop another couple of loons taking to the track .........The surf machine was 15 for 30 mins or 25 an hour or 80 an hour for family of 4. Had a quick go, put everyone else to shame, collected my gold medal on the podium and then woke up! Will sling Salomé on it next weekend as she has the balance of a thing with good balance! ------------- 
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Posted By: bob d
Date Posted: 25/April/2016 at 18:39
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No sharks Alan although Sharkys is close by if you fancy a drink. ------------- we're not brazil we're norn iron |
Posted By: Algarveaddick
Date Posted: 27/April/2016 at 14:15
Don't give up the day job mate... 
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Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 27/May/2016 at 14:03
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Coming up to 5pm last night. The various afternoon boat trips were coming back into the marina. This is the new Oceaneye boat  And the others    ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 27/May/2016 at 14:04
Wasn't open yesterday and no sign of it. ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: Richardk
Date Posted: 27/May/2016 at 15:36
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I can recommend the ten pin bowling at the Marina - HOT Shot Bowling A few of us went down a couple of weeks ago and had a great night Hopefully the Marina will finally start to become somewhere worthwhile to go |
Posted By: bob d
Date Posted: 27/May/2016 at 16:42
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Saw that new boat in the first picture going past Arife Beach earlier in the week. Strange looking thing but I'm sure has a purpose. ------------- we're not brazil we're norn iron |
Posted By: cubsur
Date Posted: 08/June/2016 at 10:58
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Had my first taste of the ten pin bowling last night. As a group we paid 15 Euros each for two games (normally it's 10 for one game) and the 15 Euros included one drink. I came third overall despite not having played for years! Our two games (we were five on our lane) lasted 1 hour 40 minutes. There was a technical hitch with one of the pins, they happily swapped us to another lane. All in all an enjoyable spell, if a bit sore on the fingers! If you would like to come and join a group outing, contact Richardk through the private message service here. Here's the scores, remember the total is over two games. No professionals here!  The only picture that came out any good. Too dark.  ------------- Albufeira Resident www.algarvebus.info public transport information for the Algarve |
Posted By: Richardk
Date Posted: 08/June/2016 at 16:26
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Yes Tom great night - well done Lynn - top score!! . Tom -they ae still running after some of your bowls last seen heading to Faro!!! This was the second visit by Balaia Bowls Club and much enjoyed by all. If you fancy a more genteel bowling experience then come along to Balaia Bowls Club Tuesday or Friday at 9.45am Cheers Richard |
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Date Posted: 08/July/2016 at 18:21
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