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With its long, attractive Atlantic coastline and idyllic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, it is no wonder Portugal boasts so many unbelievable beaches. A massively popular holiday destination, the sun-kissed country sees untold thousands visit each summer to relax along its scenic shores. Dotted all along the coastline are…

Portugal is a small country, so understandably it doesn’t have as many castles as other European countries. But what Portugal lacks in quantity, it makes up in quality. These medieval castles and fortresses seem made just to grace today’s picture postcards. Crenellated walls and towers stand out in Portugal. These…

Home to lots of spectacular scenery, age-old historical tourist attractions, and charming cities and towns, Portugal is one of Europe’s most rewarding destinations. Lying along the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula, it boasts a rich history, heritage, and culture, much of which has been shaped by its relationship with…

While most of Portugal’s territory covers the western part of the Iberian Peninsula, it also includes the two wild and remote archipelagos of Madeira and the Azores that lie in the Atlantic Ocean. As such, the country’s topography and geography are varied; its long Atlantic coastline is vastly different from…

Located on the west coast of the Iberian peninsula, Portugal draws droves of tourists to its shores each and every year with its fantastic weather and wealth of things to see and do. While many come to delight in the lively and picturesque cities of Lisbon, Porto and Sintra, others…

Portugal is a country full of fantastic food, rich culture and a wealth of history. There is so much to see and do in this fun and diverse country and there is a destination to suit every traveler; from lush island getaways to historic hilly cities and multicultural modern towns…

Situated on the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula looking out over the Atlantic, the history of Portugal’ cities has long been tied to the waters that surround it. Famous navigators left its ports to return with fantastic riches that helped build the amazing cities that we know today. From…

If wading through the waves washing up on golden sand beaches is your idea of the perfect holiday, think Portugal. This small Iberian Peninsula country has some of Europe’s best beaches. The weather is best in the summer months, but doable outside the high season, though you may want to…

Portugal may be a small country on the Iberian Peninsula, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth visiting. It is, especially if you want to sample fine wines, take in breathtaking ocean views and walk the cobblestone streets of medieval cities. Of course, you’ll need a place to stay. Luckily…

Many of the small towns of Portugal are lands lost in time. Residents still make port wine the old fashioned way, cook with age-old Alentejan techniques and prefer donkeys as transportation. Not many tourists make it to these slices of European history so expect an authentic, albeit slow-paced experience. An…