Sintra is unusual not just for its beauty, but for its high concentration of incredible monuments. Stand atop the sturdy stone ramparts of the ancient Moorish Castle and you’ll catch a view of the colourful Pena Palace; climb a tower at Quinta da Regaleira and catch a view of the Moorish Castle; and so on. […]
There are many things you could say about Portugal as a holiday destination, the grand sum of which might well lead you to conclude that it’s one of the best – if not the best – holiday destinations in Europe. Some of those things are obvious. Some are not. There’s of course the weather: a […]
You’re already dreaming of where to spend your holidays, and it’s crossed your mind that somewhere with an abundance of sunshine, beautiful beaches, a hospitable culture and relaxed vibe might just be the place. Ticking all those boxes and more, it’s no great wonder that Portugal has landed on the top of your destinations list. […]
Santa Maria is a small island only 17km long and 9km wide, the highest point of the island is Pico Alto. Santa Maria was discovered in the early 15th century, with settlers coming over to populate the island from Portugal after 1439. The island was attacked by pirates many times and the inhabitants used to […]
Sao Jorge Island is about 7km wide and 54km long. The island features a volcanic ridge that stretches across the island from the northwest to the southeast. Sao Jorge is a part of the ‘triangle islands’ along with Pico and Faial and is also part of the Central Group. Pico da Esperanca (Hope Peak) is […]
Vila Real de Santo Antonio is the furthest eastern point of Portugal’s Algarve, and the border town with Spain. Many people just use it as a “jump off” point for a trip to Spain, but the town is actually well worth a visit in itself. Vila Real de Santo Antonio has a very different feel […]
The metropolitan area of Lisbon is full of wonderful cities and villages for tourists to visit, and one of them is Cascais, a charming village in the outskirts of Lisbon, famous for its charm and beautiful beaches. Cascais is widely visited by foreigners for its warm weather and sights. When you get to Cascais, your […]
The Algarve is the holiday destination of choice for most tourists in Portugal. There are a number of reasons why this area is so popular; the climate of course sunny throughout the year, the miles of glorious clean beaches, the world famous golf courses, the old world charm of its towns and the lively atmosphere […]
The north of Portugal has many wonderful places to visit, and one of the most famous ones is the city of Braga. The European youth capital of 2012 has a lot to offer, from cultural sights to a vibrant nightlife. Braga should definitely be among the cities you visit in Portugal. The old town of […]
In the metropolitan area of Lisbon you’ll find amazing villages to spend your time. There’s, for example, Cascais, Mafra, Oeiras and last but not least, Sintra. Ranking as the village with the most inhabitants in Portugal, Sintra is the perfect spot for tourists who want to experience both nature and culture. In 1995, UNESCO named […]
The East Algarve city of Tavira is home to plenty of small craft and tourist shops, but if you really want the flex your credit cards, the place to head to is the Gran Plaza shopping centre, just on the outskirts of town. This modern mall is shiny and spacious and also wonderfully quiet and […]
Praia da Rocha, Portimão’s beach resort, is one of the Algarve’s most well established holiday destinations. People have been visiting here since the 19th century, so it’s no surprise that there are plenty of places to stay. The Tivoli Marina hotel, located in the marina zone at the eastern end of the resort, is undoubtedly […]
If you wanted to follow the pilgrimage walks through the north or do some hiking through the natural parks in the north or the mountains now is a great time before it gets too hot in the height of summer. Make sure you shop around, the package deals are really not coming up to scratch […]
Always shop around even the sites that claim to have the best package deals, rarely can better purchasing flights and accommodation separately Economy flights are still king, with Easyjet coming out on top for bargain flights even in the peak travel times. It’s a short flight from the UK (generally under 3 hours) so […]
A revolution in the year 1910 resulted in the deposition of the monarchy, after which repressive governments ran the country for the following six decades faced by the republic. A left wing military coup in 1974 caused extensive democratic reforms in Portugal. In the following year, the republic awarded independence to all of the African […]
However, if you’re there for a long break, you’ll probably fancy a change from Portuguese food at least once. Thankfully, other international cuisine is easy to come by too. In this article, we present three dependable restaurants where you can enjoy the flavours of other parts of the world. Nova China There are several Chinese […]
Portugal is an ancient European country with many historical monuments, building, towns and villages. Set in beautiful countryside, from lush green landscapes to rugged mountainous regions. So when deciding your holiday destination for Portugal – ‘think inland’ for a change, there are lots of great excursions and day trips to join. One great day trip […]