diff --git a/fly-drive-options/01-PORTUGAL-ALGARVE.md b/fly-drive-options/01-PORTUGAL-ALGARVE.md
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--- a/fly-drive-options/01-PORTUGAL-ALGARVE.md
+++ b/fly-drive-options/01-PORTUGAL-ALGARVE.md
@@ -27,16 +27,19 @@
 
 ## Flight Options (Manchester → Faro)
 
-### Airlines & Typical Prices (July 2026)
+### Airlines & Typical Prices (July 2026) ✅ VERIFIED 16 March 2026
 
 | Airline | Typical Price (return, family of 3) | Notes |
 |---------|-------------------------------------|-------|
-| **Ryanair** | £150-250 | Cheapest, basic |
-| **easyJet** | £180-300 | Good balance |
-| **Jet2** | £250-400 | Includes 22kg bag |
-| **TAP Portugal** | £300-450 | Full service |
+| **Cheapest options** | **£530-570** | Various airlines |
+| **Full range** | £530-636+ | Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, TAP |
 
-**Estimated Cost:** £200-350 for family of 3
+**Verified Cost (18-28 July 2026, family of 3):** £530-636+
+
+**Source:** Kayak UK - direct search 16 March 2026 (3 travellers)
+
+**Actual Prices Found (3 travellers):**
+- £530, £538, £559, £571, £592, £594, £608, £611, £612, £615, £623, £627, £636
 
 **Flight Times:**
 - Outbound: Morning/afternoon departures available
@@ -101,40 +104,40 @@
 
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-## Budget Breakdown (10 nights)
+## Budget Breakdown (10 nights) ✅ UPDATED WITH VERIFIED PRICES
 
 ### Budget Option (Shared Pool Apartment)
 
-| Item | Cost |
-|------|------|
-| Flights (Ryanair) | £250 |
-| Car hire (economy, fully insured) | £150 |
-| Accommodation (shared pool apartment) | £750 |
-| Food (self-catering) | £300 |
-| Activities | £150 |
-| **TOTAL** | **£1,600** |
+| Item | Cost | Status |
+|------|------|--------|
+| Flights (cheapest direct) | £530 | ✅ Verified (Kayak, 3 pax) |
+| Car hire (economy, fully insured) | £150 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Accommodation (shared pool apartment) | £750 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Food (self-catering) | £300 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Activities | £150 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| **TOTAL** | **£1,880** | ✅ **Under budget!** |
 
 ### Mid-Range Option (Private Pool Villa)
 
-| Item | Cost |
-|------|------|
-| Flights (easyJet) | £300 |
-| Car hire (compact, fully insured) | £200 |
-| Accommodation (villa, private pool) | £1,100 |
-| Food (self-catering + some meals out) | £350 |
-| Activities | £200 |
-| **TOTAL** | **£2,150** |
+| Item | Cost | Status |
+|------|------|--------|
+| Flights | £530-636 | ✅ Verified (3 pax) |
+| Car hire (compact, fully insured) | £200 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Accommodation (villa, private pool) | £1,100 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Food (self-catering + some meals out) | £350 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Activities | £200 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| **TOTAL** | **£2,380-2,486** | ⚠️ **Over budget** |
 
 ### Budget Option (12 nights, staying under £2,000)
 
-| Item | Cost |
-|------|------|
-| Flights (Ryanair, booked early) | £200 |
-| Car hire (economy) | £150 |
-| Accommodation (shared pool, 12 nights) | £850 |
-| Food (self-catering) | £350 |
-| Activities | £150 |
-| **TOTAL** | **£1,700** ✅ |
+| Item | Cost | Status |
+|------|------|--------|
+| Flights (cheapest direct) | £530 | ✅ Verified (3 pax) |
+| Car hire (economy) | £150 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Accommodation (shared pool, 12 nights) | £850 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Food (self-catering) | £350 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| Activities | £150 | ⚠️ Estimate |
+| **TOTAL** | **£2,030** | ⚠️ **Slightly over budget** |
 
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@@ -321,13 +324,36 @@ Most restaurants have vegetarian options. Look for:
 
 ## My Verdict
 
-**Portugal Algarve is your BEST OPTION for staying under £2,000 with a pool.**
+**Portugal Algarve remains a STRONG OPTION for under £2,000 with a pool.**
 
-With careful booking (Ryanair flights, economy car, shared pool apartment), you can do 12 nights for ~£1,700, leaving £300 for activities and treats.
+**Budget Reality (with verified prices):**
+- 10 nights shared pool apartment: **£1,880** ✅ (under budget)
+- 10 nights private pool villa: **£2,380+** ⚠️ (over budget)
+- 12 nights shared pool: **£2,030** ⚠️ (slightly over)
+
+**Best approach:** 10 nights with shared pool apartment = £1,880, leaving £120 buffer.
 
 The beaches are world-class, it's very child-friendly, and the flight is short enough not to be exhausting.
 
 ---
 
+## Pricing Status (Browser Verified - 16 March 2026)
+
+| Item | Estimated | Actual | Source |
+|------|-----------|--------|--------|
+| Flights MAN→FAO | £200-350 | **£530-636** | ✅ kayak.co.uk direct search (18-28 Jul 2026, 3 pax) |
+| Car Hire (10 days, economy) | £100-150 | £100-150 | ⚠️ Estimate - needs verification |
+| Apartment (10 nights, shared pool) | £600-900 | £750 | ⚠️ Estimate - needs verification |
+| Villa (10 nights, private pool) | £900-1,200 | £1,100 | ⚠️ Estimate - needs verification |
+
+### Key Findings:
+1. **Flights more expensive than expected** - £530 minimum (vs £200-350 estimated)
+2. **Still viable under budget** - £1,880 total for 10 nights
+3. **Cheapest flights comparable to Mallorca** - £530 vs £411
+4. **Car hire remains affordable** - Portugal has cheapest car hire in Europe
+
+---
+
 *Created: 15 March 2026*  
-*All prices estimates - verify before booking*
+*Prices verified where marked, otherwise estimates*  
+*All estimates clearly marked with ⚠️*