We have been to both the Algarve (Albufeira) and The Costa Brava (Calella & Lloret de Mar) in mid / end October, I found that more places were closing for the end of season in the Costa Brava resorts than than in Albufeira, by the time we left most places were closed or providing a restricted service, Albufeira was still quite busy with most places both on 'The Strip' and also 'The Old Town' still open.

Weather wise both places were quite similar with them being fairly sunny with temperatures low - mid 20's although cooler at night with a requirement for a jumper / cardigan.

PortAventura is excellent and well worth going for 1 or 2 days, the 2 day ticket is better value than the 1 day only.

Thanks very much. Very helpful. I think we are leaning more towards salou and Portaventura than the algarve at the moment but that could change

To be honest with children Salou is a great choice and Portaventura would swing it for me

Yes think salou is winning any idea when flights for october half term will be released?