Portugal info

Portugal is a relaxed wonder of Europe. The world-renown Algarve coast offers highly developed stretches of beach while Lisbon is known as Europe’s laid-back and affordable capital city. Its features impressive architecture, UNESCO World Heritage sites, a diverse population, delicious seafood and a non-stop cosmopolitan night-life. Sit in a street cafe with a bica (espresso) or a glass of port and watch the world go by. Following its heyday as a world power during the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal lost much of its wealth and status with the destruction of Lisbon in a 1755 earthquake. Now Portugal is revered for its laid-back lifestyle and landscape wreathed in olive groves, vineyards and wheat fields. Apart from the Algarve, the coast remains relaxing, totally Portuguese and isolated. There is a host of UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Porto, one of the oldest cities in Europe. Upstream is an open-air prehistoric art gallery composed of the Rock Engravings of the Côa Valley. Nearby breathtaking Douro valley is where they grow the grapes used to produce another of the world's great heritages, Port wine. The city of Tomar is dominated by the Convento de Cristo and the Castelo Templario, both of which bear witness to the history of the Order of the Knights Templar. The Azores and Madeira Islands offer landscape of unparalleled natural beauty.

Regions in Portugal

Algarve


The region coincides with the district of Faro, and has as its administrative centre the town of Faro, where both the region's international airport (... READ MORE

Aveiro District


Aveiro District is located in the central coastal region of Portugal.... READ MORE

Azores


The two westernmost Azorean islands (Flores and Corvo) actually lie on the North American plate. The Azores' most significant industries are tourism, ... READ MORE

Centro


It is one of seven Regions of Portugal (NUTS II subdivisions). This is one of the regions of Europe, considered by the European Union for statistical ... READ MORE

Flores Island


Flores Island is an island of the Western group of the Azores. It has an area of 143 km², a population of approximately 3907 inhabitants, and, to... READ MORE

Lisboa


Lisboa is one of the 7 NUTS II regions of Portugal. Prior to 2002 the region was referred as Lisboa e Vale do Tejo. It has two different NUTS III subr... READ MORE

Madeira


Madeira (and Selvagens too) is an archipelago with volcanic origins from a Hot Spot, so is not geographically part of an specific continent , but Made... READ MORE

Norte


Its capital is the city of Porto. The region has 4,034,271 inhabitants (2007), and its area is 21,278 km² (density of 173 inhabitants per square ... READ MORE

Porto District


The District of Porto (sometimes Oporto in English) is located on the north-west coast of Portugal. The district capital is the city of Porto, the sec... READ MORE

Portugal Regions


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    Located in Porto, Grande Porto, Norte, Portugal

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    Located in Albufeira, Faro, Algarve, Portugal

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    Located in Burgau, Faro, Algarve, Portugal

    Casa PadariaCasa Padaria is a delightful pizzeria in Burgau, Algarve, Portugal serving delicious Italian and vegetarian meals also available for take away. Enjoy a warm welcome and a great host, with excellent starter choices, pastas, a huge variety of pizzas including gourmet choices, great salads and sides, as well as desserts to die for, they also offer gluten free options. Casa Padaria is a great little restaurant with excellent food and very good service all at excellent prices, and they come highly recommended, it's also perfect for family dining and they cater to celebrations.READ MORE

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    Located in Lisbon, Grande Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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    Located in Luz, Algarve, Algarve, Portugal

    Chiccas RestaurantChiccas Restaurant in Luz, Algarve, Portugal offers beautifully presented, delicious homemade cooking specialties with an amazing selection of vegetarian options. The menu is organic and there's a wonderful selection of drinks to compliment, here they don't hold back on portions or quality, they even have gluten free bread and they cater to everyone from the fantastic starters to the mains and perfect ending desserts. Chiccas Restaurant is charming with a great owner and atmosphere, and the best of ingredients carefully prepared ensure an unforgettable dining experience, it goes without saying you will return, and it's a really special place for celebrations too, a must visit.READ MORE

  • Casa Rosa Montes2017-02-24

    Located in Luz, Algarve, Algarve, Portugal

    Casa Rosa MontesCasa Rosa Montes in Luz, Algarve, Portugal offers quiet days of rest and relaxation on a rural property close to beaches and towns, and all rooms come with simple and warm decoration, air con, views, a TV and minibar. Breakfast is served buffet style in the lounge or out on the sunny terrace and there's a refreshing pool to take dips in. Inquire at Casa Rosa Montes reception for other excursions and activities in the area including caves and boat trips, kayak tours, surfing lessons, dolphin watching, a trip to the zoo and much more, they are happy to provide advice and booking information, come for the perfect stay in rural surrounds just a short distance from everything exciting.READ MORE

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  • Salema Beach Village2017-02-21

    Located in Salema, Faro, Algarve, Portugal

    Salema Beach VillageSalema Beach Village in Salema, Algarve, Portugal is a beautiful hotel with stunning ocean views and privacy by the sea, located near one of the quietest and discreet beaches in the country. Choices of 114 stunning holiday villas are available for self catering holidays, and they are spacious, comfortable and modern with generous verandas and terraces and a garden. Salema Beach Village features an outdoor swimming pool with snack bar to laze around all day, and reception is open 24 hours a day, there's free WIFI and parking, and they are ideally located for exploring the west coast of Algarve, plus will assist with organising your leisure activities, come discover the beauty of this area, and enjoy a wonderful stay.READ MORE

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    Located in Alvor, Faro, Algarve, Portugal

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  • Jonathan Markson Tennis2017-02-24

    Located in Luz, Algarve, Algarve, Portugal

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