day-trippers from the capital.
During the summer months the town was attracting more day-trippers with as many as five times the population on a single day.
There are a number of golf courses just a short drive from Praia da Luz and coaches take day-trippers to the local water parks.
Having said that, most boats have days midweek reserved for day trippers.
Nowadays Matlock Bath is a busy tourist resort, attracting both day trippers and long stay holiday makers.