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Welcome to Portugal

Once a powerful seafaring kingdom that dominated the merchant routes to Africa, South America and the Orient, Portugal today is a friendly, low-key place with a laidback vibe and a fantastic coastline, much of it fringed by golden sands and endless dunes. Its rolling interior is perfect for exploring on foot, by kayak, by bike or even on horseback – though a large part of the country’s charm comes from languorous days on the beach, dining on fabulously fresh seafood and kicking back with a beer to watch the sunset over the Atlantic. The legacy of Portugal’s former wealth and power can be seen in its historic cities – yet the capital, Lisbon, superbly sited on the Tejo river estuary, is as popular today for its lively clubbing scene as for its grand Manueline monuments and medieval alleyways. Porto meanwhile, the country’s second city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the best place to sample some of the many varieties of Portugal’s other notable contribution to the world, port wine. Beaches and high mountains aside, the rest of Portugal is a diverse and verdant country of deep valleys and rolling hills dotted with stone-built villages. For generations, families have eked out a living from the steeply terraced vineyards of the mountainous north, and from the cork oak plantations roamed by wild boar that dominate the vast agricultural plains of the south.Portugal is mainly characterized by a warm temperate, mediterranean climate with a distinct wet season in winter.

 

Located just a stones throw from the international airport of the Portuguese capital of Lisbon, this modern hotel is close to Campo Grande Park and within walking distance of the Jose Alvalade Stadium, home of Sporting Club de Portugal. The Campo Grande..
Bathed in the rich history and culture of the area, this charming hotel offers guests a delightful setting in Obidos. The hotel is located a 10 minutes walking distance from Obidos Train Station and Caldas da Rainha. Peniche and the Atlantic Coast are..
Situated in a quiet residential area of Lisbon, the Real Parque Hotel provides elegant and affordable accommodation close to the Edward VII Park with its famous gardens, the Marques de Pombal monument and is just a few minutes from the nearest metro station..
This apartment hotel is located in the leisure district of Lisbon. The hotel is situated just a few minutes' walking distance away from the city centre, where guests will find a range of bars, restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. Links to the..
This apartment hotel is located in the leisure district of Lisbon. The hotel is situated just a few minutes walking distance away from the city centre, where guests will find a range of bars, restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. Links to the public..
Conveniently located between the Portuguese capital of Lisbon and the popular seaside resort of Cascais, this bright hotel with its spectacular architecture is situated just a few steps from the magnificent beach of Carcavelos. Estoril with the largest..
Located in between Caiscais and Lisbon¿s city center, the Riviera Hotel offers guests a high level accommodation in a fantastic location. The hotel sits just off Lisbon¿s coastline and is in the heart of Carcavvelos. Surrounding the hotel..
Conveniently located between the Portuguese capital of Lisbon and the popular seaside resort of Cascais, this bright hotel with its spectacular architecture is situated just a few steps from the magnificent beach of Carcavelos. Estoril with the largest..
This hotel enjoys a great setting at the heart of Setubal, in Portugal. The hotel is located just a short distance away from a number of attractions in the area. The Bonfim Garden is located just a few steps away from this hotel. This elegant hotel features..
This hotel is located near Praca de Espanha, only a 10-minute drive from the historic city centre. The hotel location offers easy access to all of Lisbon, being close to public transportation links that quickly take guests to the beautiful historical..
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