"The Algarve (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɑɫˈɣaɾβɨ)], from Arabic: الغرب‎‎ al-Gharb) is the southernmost region of continental Portugal. Tourism and related activities are extensive and make up the bulk of the Algarve's summer economy. Production of food, which includes fish and other seafood, fruit, oranges, carob beans, figs and almonds, is also economically important in the region. The Algarve is the most popular tourist destination in Portugal, and one of the most popular in Europe. It receives millions of international and national tourists annually, and its population triples in the peak holiday season thanks to seasonal residents."​​​​​​​