10 Best Surf Spots in Portugal
Portugal is to Europe what Bali is to Indonesia. It’s the surf haven of the whole continent, offering the most consistent swells across a veritable hodgepodge of breaks, some uber-famous, …
Portugal is to Europe what Bali is to Indonesia. It’s the surf haven of the whole continent, offering the most consistent swells across a veritable hodgepodge of breaks, some uber-famous, …
Located in the Greater Lisbon area along the Portuguese River, Sintra is a city of about 400,000 residents that’s particularly well-known for its abundant castles and palaces. For those staying …
Second only to the capital city of Lisbon, Porto is the second-largest and most populous metropolitan area in Portugal, with an urban population of nearly 240,000 residents. Though it often …
Lisbon city is a hidden gem on Europe’s west coast, that’s becoming less and less hidden by the day. The locals know it as the city of seven hills. However, …
Once ignored by many visitors to Europe, Lisbon has grown as a significant destination in the past few years. The city is full of charm, history and vibrant cuisine – …
In 2018, Portugal scooped the World’s Leading Destination gong, marking the second year in a row that the country has won the World Travel Awards honor. Lisbon, its capital, emerged …
This Alentejo town is on the left bank of the River Sado, just before it widens into an immense estuary. The low-lying countryside is a patchwork of rice fields and …
Bounded by the Tâmega and Douro Rivers, Marco de Canaveses is in the granite highlands of Northern Portugal. One glance at mountains, evergreen forest, river valleys and vineyards and you …
Just 20 minutes north of Lisbon, Vila Franca de Xira is on the Tagus River, right where it widens into that vast estuary. The largest and most ecologically diverse wetland …
Portugal’s history is filled with stories of its maritime strength. Portuguese explorers vied with the English, Dutch, and Spanish across all the oceans of the world from the 15th Century …