Slept like logs last night – nothing like the sea air- woke to gorgeous blue skies (not sure what time the sun cames up but it’s beaten us out of bed every day so far).

We were in the car by about 9.30 as soon as we’d had breakfast and done our washing.  After sending a very small bag of clothes (6 items) to hotel laundry and getting it back with a $95AUD bill- we are now strictly on hand washing – jeans will need to be worn until they stand up and walk to the laundry themselves!

Destination was a day trip to Lagos. About 30kn south east of Sagres, Lagos is a large seaside town, right on the southern coast of Portugal. Historically it’s a fishing town but now it’s also the summer holiday destination for the rich and trendy. It sports a huge marina with enormous yachts of every kind ,  but still has the charm of traditional buildings and cobbled streets.  A key attraction of this coast are the large cliff faces, caves and beaches (a bit reminiscent of the great ocean road).

We spent a little time in town but focused on exploring the cliffs. We started with a 1.5 hour boat tour which went right along the bottom of the cliffs – swells were high so they couldn’t go as close as usual, but it was magnificent none the less- and so nice to be out in the boat with wind and spray.

We arrived back in time for a late lunch- we picked a small traditional looking restaurant down by the water- I had my first paella for the trip- absolutely loaded with seafood, and David had grilled tuna (yes Portugal is slowly turning him into a fish eater!) and vegetables. Still feeling full at 7pm!

After lunch we walked a few km along the cliffs that we’d sailed around.

Back to our hotel in time for the sunset. Last night here and heading to Evora tomorrow, approximately 350km drive north east of here.

Driving update: David is now a true pro.  He stayed on the right side of the road all day with no reminders, and after going through 50 roundabouts (I kid you not) between Sagres and Lagos he is officially the roundabout king!