Marco's

Bar Bistro. Alvor. The Algarve. Portugal.

Links & Information

Just a few links  ( underlined ) to other websites or brief details on places nearby that you might find useful during your stay in Alvor....

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Useful Links / Information

sunAbout The Dunas Complex

The Dunas do Alvor complex  (where Marco's Bistro Bar is located ) doesn't have its own website but you can find plenty of places on the web that refer to it. This link is to the 'Holiday Watchdog' site which will give you a good idea of what is on offer.
The complex consists of two large linked plazas sharing a common large swimming pool and sun terrace.
The ground floor areas are mainly shops and businesses with apartments located above.

Dunas Accommodation

The complex accommodation can be booked through Thompsons.
Alternatively, below are a couple of privately owned apartments on the Dunas do Alvor complex that are available to rent directly with the owners.

  • Dunas Accommodation
    A T1 west-facing apartment, which sleeps 2/4 and is fully furnished as a second home. Owned by Michael and Mary McBride. For more details, including future availability, or to make an online booking please
    visit : michaelmcbride.co.uk
    tel : ( u.k. mobile ) 07950 802933.
    email : michael mcbride.
  • Dunas Accommodation
    A two bedroom apartment ( T2 ),  south facing a nicely appointed.
    Owned by Jean & Laurie Fineman
    For more details please see Dunas.co.uk,
    tel : 0118 946 1461
    email : contact@dunas.co.uk
    ask us at Marco's.

On the Dunas Complex

Just a few of the shops and businesses located on the Dunas do Alvor complex. However, due to the number of retail units available ( and the state of the economy ) things do change. This was how it was looking at the beginning of May 2009.

  • BarBar
    Cactus II. A bright open corner bar just around the corner from Marco's, in the adjoining square, on the Dunas complex.
    open : 7 days, 12.00 - 01.00 ( seasonal )
  • Mini MarketSupermarket
    Milenio. A small 'mini-mercado' ( 7-11 type ) right next door to Marcos on the complex.
  • Unisex HairdresserHairdresser
    Vitor & Manuelle Unisex Hairdresser.
    tel : (+351) 966 346 113.
  • LaundryLaundry
    Dona Lava. Laundry services.
    open : mon - fri 09.00 to 13.00, 14.00 to 19.00.
    tel ; (+351) 282 457 761.
  • Animal ProtectionCharity Shop
    A.P.A.A.. Charity shop on behalf of the Portuguese version of the RSPCA
  • LawyersLegal Office
    L.S & A. Lawyers, legal services.
    open : Mon to Sat. 09.30 - 12.30, 14.00 - 18.00
  • Estate AgentsEstate Agent
    Remax. Branch of a large chain of Estate Agents
    open : mon - fri, 10.00 to 19.00. Sat, 10.00 to 18.00.
    tel : (+351) 282 450 450.

Also, on or part of the complex

  • Restaurant - Tertulia dos Dias
  • Snack bar - Verandas das Dunas
  • Bar - Chill Out

Other Links

  • Taxi RankTaxi Rank
    Up the Estrada da Barca to the junction with the Rua Rossio Grande, turn left and follow the road around to the roundabout. Alvor's main taxi rank is on the left. About five minutes walk.
  • TaxiTaxi / Minibus Service
    A useful English taxi / minibus service ( based in Alvor )
    tel : (+351) 913 558 915.
  • TaxiTaxi
    Carlos Santana ( yes really )
    office : (351) 282 459 832,
    mob:; (351) 919 312 747
    email: carlos_santana1@hotmail.com
  • Taxi RankTaxi
    Alexandre or Patricio who own their own taxi and are very reliable & English speaking.
    tel : (351) 968 337 014.

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