LONDON, June 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

As the British Summer weather continues to disappoint, why not try a Portuguese summer instead?

Portugal has long been a place of refuge for British holidaymakers in need of an escape from the changeable British summer. With long, perfect beaches, great hospitality and activities galore, this year looks set to be no exception. Sun-lovers are taking up bargain flights to Faro from Monarch in their droves and looking forward to a fabulous summer break.

Having long been a haven for golf lovers, this summer's your chance to grab a bargain golfing holiday in Portugal. Those wishing to escape the madness of the sporting UK this summer will find peace and solitude on the pristine courses of the Algarve.

It's simple to build the holiday to suit your budget and taste, from all-inclusive packages, to city breaks and tours. Portugal has been welcoming British holidaymakers for decades, many of whom return year after year for the fantastic food, friendly people and huge range of exciting activities for all the family.

One of the main attractions of a bargain trip to the Algarve is the amazing weather. On the southernmost tip of the country, the region enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year. Expect averages of almost 30°C and practically no rainfall during the summer months.

Heading to Portugal for some sunshine could not only be great for the spirit, for good for the wallet too. The British pound is worth more than it has been for a long time, meaning that you can really stretch the holiday budget. With Monarch airlines offering bargain flights to Portugal, there couldn't be a better time to seek out your perfect Portuguese adventure- whether it's shopping in the markets, lazing on the beautiful beaches, soaking up the culture of the towns and cities or whiling away the hours on the golf courses - you'll find the perfect holiday for you and your family.

Leading scheduled leisure airline, Monarch, provides low cost, high quality flights to over 50 destinations worldwide. Visit http://www.monarch.co.uk now to book a flight to Faro from £39.

SOURCE Monarch