Situated on the Iberian coastline in the southernmost part of Portugal, Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort (vilamoura.anantara.com) is the Thai-born luxury hotel brand's first property in Europe.

Located 15 minutes from Faro International Airport, the resort features 280 rooms, 17 of which are spectacular suites that overlook the Oceanico Golf Course. All suite guests have exclusive access to the indoor pool and sauna at the spa, while the Presidential Suite comes with a fancy private dining area, a jacuzzi and a private sun deck. 

Rooms start from B8,894/night from now through May 31, 25-percent off the usual rate. Note that the best time to visit the Algarve region is May-June. 

Foodwise, there are six bars and restaurants across the property, namely Emo wine restaurant, Ria seafood bistro, Victoria all-day diner, Palms Pool Bar, Dining by Design with a personal chef and butler, and Anantara Bar and Lounge. 

The spa experience features Ayurveda rituals and treatments combined with the use of local ingredients like Algarvian citrus fruits, figs and almond powder. 

The Algarve is known for its charming seaside towns, beautiful seas and rock formations, amazing local wines and fresh seafood.