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….
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Lagos is something of a rarity in the Algarve, for not only does it boast some of the region’s finest beaches, but it is also an ancient town that is steeped in history. A fortress, centuries old, stands guard at…
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Heres a few we’ve listed a few to make a start; Taking a cruise along the Douro waves towards the fantastic landscapes of the wine country — only to dock at the majestic ports of Porto. The mesmerizing and tranquil walks through…
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Ericeira The Surfinn Ericeira Surf House and the Surf School is situated in Ericeira, which is a fisherman’s village near Lisbon and is renowned to be the finest spot for surfing in Portugal, as a world surfing reserve. The House…
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If you are looking for the latter, look no further. The place for you is Madeira. Known for its landscapes and favourable weather, Ilha da Madeira as it is locally known attracts thousands of tourists each year looking for sun and relaxation. Madeira…
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Here are some of the finest hand-picked beaches from both mainland Portugal and the Islands Madeira and the Azores. The natural beauty and the gorgeous natural architecture are among those reasons that are sufficient to get you on a road…
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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…
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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…
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Head into Tavira where you can catch an inexpensive ferry from the town centre. They run frequently and the journey is just 20 minutes through the beautiful Ria Formosa natural park. The journey takes you to the Ilha de Tavira…
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If you ask any Portuguese what is their nation’s favourite protein they would definitely answer the cod fish. There’s a saying in Portugal that states that there are more cod fish dishes than days of the year, and that is…
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Having been to Portugal numerous times in April I find the daytime temperature perfect for sunbathing and swimming without being stifling. Whilst it can be a bit cool when the sun goes down, by the time we reach May the…
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One of the most famous music festivals in Portugal, and in the world, is Rock in Rio. The festival bears the name of Rio de Janeiro, the city of its first edition, but now Rock in Rio travels around the…
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The best fish and seafood can be procured all along the coastline and best eaten fresh as the catch of the day in many of the seafront cafes. Other Portuguese fresh delicacies can be found in the local food markets….
Continue readingTourism Tourism industry is an integral and contributing segment, necessary for the economic development of the country and ensures a 5% contribution of the overall national GDP. Every year, around a dozen million of tourists pay the country a visit….
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This isn’t, however, the fun way to do it. Far more enjoyable is to make the journey by boat, from the border town of Vila Real de Santo Antonio. Ferries run across the Guadiana river every 30 to 60 minutes,…
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Here are a few ideas to help you pass the time, and take your mind off the fact you are probably on your way back to reality, and cooler climes: Praia de Faro With most visitors to the Algarve heading…
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Here are three “insider tips” for exploring the west coast of the Algarve. Don’t try to fit too much in You cannot “do the west coast” in a day, so if you only have limited time it’s best to…
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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…
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