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Introduction
Centuries ago, Portugal was a pioneer of worldwide exploration. Until recently, however, it was never as successful in attracting visitors to its own shores. Outside of greater Lisbon, the Algarve, and the island of Madeira, Portugal remained... Continue reading »
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Frommer's favorite experiences
Hiking in the Algarve: Portugal's incredible physical beauty makes it a spectacular place for outdoor activities. In the southern Algarve region's low-lying lagoons and rocky highlands, the panoramas extend for miles over the nearby ocean. Es... Continue reading »
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Best dining bets
Clara (Lisbon; tel. 21/885-30-53): This elegant citadel, with a refined dining room playing soft piano music and serving a remarkable Portuguese and international cuisine, is a favorite among serious palates. The chefs take special care with... Continue reading »
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Best hotel bets
Portugal's Best Hotel Bets Pestana Carlton Palace (Lisbon; tel. 21/361-56-00; www.pestana.com): One of the grandest hotels to open in Portugal in years, this hotel lies in an upscale residential section 5km (3 miles) from the historic cent... Continue reading »
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The best beaches
Costa do Sol: Sometimes called the Estoril Coast, this stretch of seafront extends 32km (20 miles) west of Lisbon. Its two major resorts are Estoril and Cascais. Once the playground of the wintering wealthy, the area now attracts throngs of t... Continue reading »
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The best castles, palaces & historic homes
Castelo de S?o Jorge (the Alfama, Lisbon; tel. 21/880-06-20): This hilltop has long been valued as a fortification to protect settlements along the Tagus. Today the bulky castle crowns one of the most densely populated medieval neighborhoods... Continue reading »
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The best cathedrals
Mosteiro dos Jeronimos (Belem; tel. 21/362-00-34): More than any other ecclesiastical building in Portugal, this complex represents the wealth that poured into Lisbon from the colonies during the Age of Discovery. Begun in 1502 in Belem, the... Continue reading »
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The best museums
Museu da Fundac?o Calouste Gulbenkian (Lisbon; tel. 21/782-30-00): Its namesake was an Armenian oil czar, Calouste Gulbenkian (1869-1955), whose fortune derived from a 5% royalty on most of the oil pumped out of Iraq. His eclectic collections... Continue reading »
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The best offbeat travel experiences
Horseback Riding Along the Coast: Seeing this beautiful country from the back of a well-trained, even-tempered Lusitano is a rewarding experience, but some of the best opportunities can be had along the Atlantic Ocean beach. Some of the best... Continue reading »
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The best shopping
Here's a list of some of the more enchanting artifacts and handicrafts produced in Portugal: Arraiolos Carpets: The Moorish traditions that once prevailed in the town of Arraiolos, where the carpets are still manufactured, inspired their i... Continue reading »
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The best towns to visit
Sintra: Since the Moorish occupation, Portuguese kings and nobles have recognized this town's irresistible charm. You'll find a denser concentration of beautiful villas and gardens here than you'll find anywhere else in Portugal. At least fiv... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
This section addresses the where, when, and how of visiting Portugal -- all the logistics of putting your trip together and taking it on the road. Continue reading »
Povoa de Varzim Travel Experiences
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Port (surprisingly) and the attack of the cats
Ola,As I'm currently in Barcelona I'm struggling a little to remember what actually happened in Porto, or perhaps I'd rather forget. Ther... Continue reading »
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Bom Braga
Mac and I picked up our hire car at the local Budget office and left Porto early that morning. It was surprising really, when you ta... Continue reading »
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Bery vila nova de Gaia
28.10.06Long journey and went straight to Carol’s house where I met many of Joana’s close friends mainly from uni and who were on the wh... Continue reading »
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Porto, a Plethora of Posters
Another day, another train trip, this time Lisboa to Porto, nearly 3 hours travelling time. Up early, we are soon at the Santa Apolonia S... Continue reading »
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Romantic Porto
After a bit of trouble with a kamakazee taxi driver, a missed train, a train guard with authority issues and coffee with pastiche, M... Continue reading »
