Portugal

Lisbon is one of the most atmospheric cities in Europe, but this small, highly historic country is far from done yet. There's the balmy resort region of Algarve, the green north, home of Port wine, including Porto, the Douro Valley, Coimbra, and Braga; the fairytale palaces of Sintra, the Atlantic islands Madeira and the Azores; and much more.

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6 nifty nature and adventure activities on São Miguel in the Azores Islands

Enrico PescantiniPortugal's answer to Spain's Canary Islands, the Azores are a nine-island grouping 1,529 kilometres (950 miles) out in the Atlantic Ocean west of the Iberian Peninsula. The largest (759km²/293 square mi.) and most populous of the archipelago, São Miguel, is home to capital Ponta Delgada, but also a spectacular volcanic but verdant landscape including towering cliffs and ancient laurisilva forests that make a truly splendid playground for nature and adventure lovers.read post

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Portugal in ´8 Excellent Options for an Awesome Autumn Road Trip´

Pedrik This small country´s coast has long been popular as a holiday mecca, but its interior remains one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. But word of its immense rural charm is starting to spread to travellers all over the world, and it offers some magical motoring possibilies. For instance, the drive through port-wine country from Porto along the banks of the Douro River in the north is without doubt one of the most appealing road-trips imaginable, with many of the region’s famous wine estates…

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Madeira is one of ´7 of the Top Destination Brands of 2023´

Visit Madeira Europe of course continued to put in very strong performances this year as well, and at the World Travel Awards “World´s Leading Island Destination” went to Madeira, a balmy, dreamy outpost of Portugal in the Atlantic Ocean famed for its dramatic landscapes and often pristine beaches as well as its food and wine. And this year the “World’s Leading Festival and Event Destination” was the ever-glamourous French Riviera city of Cannes. read post

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Porto cited as one of ''7 of Europe's Cheapest Cities to Visit'

amurca Europe is of course filled with amazing scenic and cultural sights and experiences, but it's also known as by and large an expensive place to visit. Yet it doesn't have to be! There are still a number of European cities and countries where you won't bust your wallet on lodging, dining, entertainment, and touring, and here are seven of them - many, but not all, in Eastern Europe (and of course don't forget that in budget travel, a good part of your savings occurs at the beginning and…

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Tripatini June 18, 2012 at 9:22pm

Now on our blog: why might parking in Lisbon require a "survival guide"?
Tripatini May 27, 2012 at 10:49pm

Now on our blog: the ins and outs of roads and highways in Portugal.
Tripatini January 24, 2012 at 11:28pm

One of our members is looking for 'cheap and cheerful' accommodation in Lisbon. If you'd like to help, please reply at this link to our Ask a Travel Pro forum.

Muito obrigados!
David Paul Appell October 24, 2011 at 6:48pm

Can anyone help one of our members looking to make the most of a couple of seven-hour layovers in Lisbon without merely racing around to the usual "must-see" tourist attractions? Please reply at this link to our Ask A Travel Pro forum.
Portugal Dream Coast July 11, 2011 at 12:41pm

Azulejos de Azeitão produces amazing tiles following the European Traditional methods of design and tile making. Everyweek they have tourists that want to participate on a small workshop to increase the knowledge of tile making, see the amazing tiles and participate making their own. See more information concerning to Azulejos de Azeitão.
Andrea Spirov July 10, 2011 at 5:15pm

Our first post from Portugal: Where to Wander in Lisbon

http://inspiringtravellers.com/2011/07/07/wander-lisbon/
Portugal Dream Coast June 29, 2011 at 3:55pm

Setúbal organizes once again the Sant´Iago Fair from 23 July till 7 August in Manteigadas.

In 2010 , sold more than 360.000 tickets to this annual event. From Portuguese to Chinese , English to South Africans, people from entire world went to Sant´Iago fair. More information
Portugal Dream Coast June 15, 2011 at 5:24pm

Dolphin Parade near Doca dos Pescadores in Setúbal will be available till September 2011 . These wonderful resident animals of Sado Estuary and Atlantic Ocean lives in front of Setúbal city, Arrábida and Tróia .

They are an amazing group that love to play with tourists and who visit Setúbal Region. These 20 statues of the Dolphin Parade is a biggest project made my Municipality of Setúbal since March 2011.

Travel do Portugal and visit Setúbal, you will find a world of activities.
David Paul Appell June 10, 2011 at 12:41am

So how do you survive in Lisbon with no money -- literally?
Portugal Dream Coast June 8, 2011 at 5:35pm

Traveling to Portugal Dream Coast where one amazing activity is a boat trip through Évora Boat . Sunset or Sunrise is a possibility where coloured mix of landscapes are so amazing . With departure in Setúbal, tourists will see Arrabida Hills , the amazing beaches of Figueirinha ( has Blue Flag ), the resident Wild Life Dolphins , Tróia and much more. Has curiosity, Évora Boat was built in Germany by the Krupp company in 1931 and it is used by companies and tourists for major events. This is an amazing blue and green area. Travel to Setúbal and make a fantastic boat tour.