First held in 1991, the Qingdao International Beer Festival has grown into Asia’s largest beer event. Every August, starting on the second Sunday of the month, the festival kicks off and runs for 16 days in the city’s Shilaoren National Tourism Resort. This sprawling 35-hectare 'Beer City' is built specifically for the occasion, where beer lovers from all over the world come together. While you can always grab a Tsingtao Beer in Qingdao, nothing compares to the carnival buzz of the festival. Expect a fun mix of live music, international brews, and plenty of opportunities to sample the local favourite—Tsingtao Beer, of course. One quirky Qingdao tradition to note: fresh beer is often sold in plastic bags. So, don’t be surprised when you see people strolling the streets with a bag of beer in hand. It's all part of the fun.

Since 1985, the Sea Saba name is synonymous with a first-class diving operation. Whether you're a newly certified diver or a seasoned photographer, our enthusiastic, all-instructor crew assures a safe, professional and fun diving experience. Sea Saba's 40-foot (13m) boats are ideal for Saba's diving conditions. Though built for 25, we max each boat at just 10 divers. Two boats allow us to schedule dives to suit individual needs, interests, and experience level without compromise. We pride ourselves on adherence to the highest safety standards through regular safety training, proper equipment maintenance, and the strictest standards for air and nitrox quality. Our dive guides are dedicated not only to the highest standards of safety, but are also knowledgeable and enthusiastic about marine life. All of our instructors have at least a Level 3 REEF Fish ID certification and are happy to share their expertise with you. Sea Saba’s commitment to environmental education is evident through its status as PADI National Geographic dive center and a Sea & Learn sponsor. This commitment to environmental understanding is well-suited to Saba’s remarkable biodiversity. However, we know that a great dive trip is about more than just great diving...let us help you plan a special trip to Saba with a variety of dive packages from luxury hotels and budget accommodations to eco-style retreats and private cottages. For more information, enjoy our comprehensive website with Just Seen on Saba and News Features page and much more. Let us be your on-island concierge service and you'll see why we say "Dive the Sea Saba Difference".

Stroll among the luxurious yachts in the Vilamoura Marina and enjoy the sea breeze before having a meal or a drink at one of the many cafés, pubs, or restaurants. The town of Vilamoura lies 30 minutes away from Faro, and is just perfect for a luxurious one-day escape.