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Overview

Guide to Luxury Holidays in Portugal

A luxury holiday in Portugal is undoubtedly shaped by the region. In the north, visitors are drawn to the medieval coastal city of Porto and the famous wine-making valleys. On the central coast, Lisbon beckons with its celebrated architecture and vast array of historical sites, and in the south, the Algarve and Madeira Islands offer those perfect beach escapes.
Home to port wine and award-winning reds and whites, Porto and the Douro Valley are havens for foodies and lovers of idyllic scenery and grand architecture. Positioned on the coast, Porto has several pretty beaches and a wealth of must-see attractions, like the Roman Cathedral of Porto. Meanwhile, Douro Valley is a landscape of lush rolling hills and terraced vineyards, ideal for leisurely wine tours. Like Porto, Lisbon has a dense cluster of UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and the Belém Tower.
Enjoy a walking tour around Chiado, a stylish district with theatres, historic monuments and exclusive shopping outlets, or wend your way up to St. George's Castle, which sits on a hilltop overlooking the city. If you fancy a little seaside fun, you can visit nearby Estoril and the sunbathe on Tamariz Beach, one of the finest stretches of sand on the Lisbon coast.
However, for the ultimate beach getaway, visit Madeira or the Algarve. Set deep in the Atlantic Ocean Madeira offers warm temperatures year-round, world-class beaches, luxury spas and great golfing facilities. You can also enjoy jeep safaris into the island’s heart or cruise the crystal-clear waters for a chance at spotting whales and dolphins. Whilst the Algarve offers golden beaches, soaring cliffs, white-washed villages, hidden coves, and a buzzing nightlife.

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A popular time to visit Portugal is from June to September when the weather is gloriously hot. Temperatures often soar above 30 degrees, ideal for lounging by the sea. For a cooler climate, April, May and October work well with temperatures in the mid-20s. Don't discount the winter season either, November to March is great for exploring, adventuring and hiking. The Madeira Islands enjoy a warm climate all year round with temperatures averaging above 20 degrees. From June to September, the islands are at their warmest, hovering around 30 degrees.

You should carry identification with you at all times and keep a photocopy of your passport. British passport holders do not need a visa to enter Portugal and can stay for up to 3 months.

Portuguese cuisine is infused with both a Meditteranean influence, and ingredients procured from former colonies, such as the famed piri piri spice. Fresh seafood, smoked meats, exotic spices, and pastries define many celebrated Portuguese dishes, and tasting each and every one of them is a mission that you'll enjoy. Don't forget to try the famous national dessert the pastel de nata (a sweet custard tart), or a glass of port wine made in the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley.

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Best of Lisbon Guided Walking Tour

Get a comprehensive overview of Lisbon—with in-depth commentary from a guide—on this half-day walking tour. Access the city’s highlights with ease, exploring the Alfama and Chiado neighborhoods and the Sé de Lisboa cathedral on foot without the hassle of parking. Plus, make like a local and ride a tram through the city’s hills, then stop for a traditional pastel de nata pastry.

Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, River Cruise and Lunch From Porto

Discover Douro Valley wine and food on a small-group tour from Porto that includes a cruise along the Douro River. Visit two wine estates and eat a traditional Portuguese lunch at the picturesque village of Pinhao, and pass some of the Douro Valley’s loveliest scenery, from rolling vineyards to scenic overlooks, a great introduction to the wine region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meet a driver at your Porto hotel and then travel to the Douro Valley, a river valley with lush scenery and renowned wines. Make the first stop of the day at Peso de Régua, a riverside town that’s famed for port wine. Then, visit two Douro Valley wineries for tastings that include white, rose, red, and port wines. Board a traditional rabelo boat for an hourlong Douro River cruise, relaxing on board as you pass between river-carved hills. Lunch is a leisurely Portuguese meal in Pinhao, and you’ll spend the afternoon checking out Douro Valley scenery and a tiny wine village before returning to Porto.

Sintra and Cascais Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

Unless you rent a car, traveling between the dispersed landmarks of Sintra and Cascais is a difficult task. Journey along Lisbon’s Atlantic coast with ease on a small-group day trip, limited to just eight people to guarantee personalized attention from your guide. Take a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Pena National Palace, enjoy time at your leisure in the historic center of Sintra, and stop at the affluent coastal town of Cascais.

Bookstore Lello Priority Entrance Ticket with Two Books

The purchase of this voucher gives you priority at the bookshop entrance and will be converted to the two volumes of the book "The worlds most beautiful bookshop" edited by us. With this voucher you have access to all the public rooms of the Lello Bookstore and with no time limit inside the bookshop. Lello Bookstore has been a bookshop of the present since 1906. Today, it carries more than a century of heritage with its architecture and the bookselling knowledge that take part in the visitors experience visiting Lello Bookstore. Its building was built in 1906, by the engineer Xavier Esteves. He had a particular taste for literature, and that affinity with letters was marked by the construction of one of the most emblematic bookshops in the world. Opening Hours at the ticket collection point from 9:15 am until 7:00 pm Operating days Livello Lello daily from 9:30 am until 7:00 pm Closed on 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, 24 July & 25 Dec Bookshop open free of charge on 24 Dec & 13 January.

Caves and Dolphin Watching Cruise from Albufeira

Avoid the hassle of renting and navigating a boat in unfamiliar territory on a stress-free dolphin watching cruise from Albufeira. A small, motorized boat grants you access to the hard-to-reach caves and grottoes that line Albufeira's coast, while a guide transports you to places with increased dolphin activity. A great option for families, this experience combines education with entertainment.Book online ahead of time to guarantee a spot on this popular guided tour Explore in a small boat that grants access to caves and grottoes Go to Carvoeiro Beach and cruise the Atlantic Ocean without getting lost Easy-to-find meeting spot at Albufeira Marina for convenience

Insider Review
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One morning, when Gregor Samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. He lay on his armour-like back, and if he lifted his head a little he could see his brown belly, slightly domed and divided by arches into stiff sections. The bedding was hardly able to cover it and seemed ready to slide off any moment. His many legs, pitifully thin compared with the size of the rest of him, waved about helplessly as he looked. “What’s happened to me? ” he thought. It wasn’t a dream. His room, a proper human room although a little too small, lay peacefully between its four familiar walls. A collection of textile samples lay spread out on the table – Samsa was a travelling salesman – and above it there hung a picture that he had recently cut out of an illustrated magazine and housed in a nice, gilded frame. It showed a lady fitted out with a fur hat and fur boa who sat upright, raising a heavy fur muff that covered the whole of her lower arm towards the viewer. Gregor then turned to look out the window at the dull weather. Drops of rain could be heard hitting the pane, which made him feel quite sad. “How about if I sleep a little bit longer and forget all this nonsense”, he thought, but that was something he was unable to do because he was used to sleeping on his right, and in his present state couldn’t get into that position. However hard he threw himself onto his right, he always rolled back to where he was. He must have tried it a hundred times, shut his eyes so that he wouldn’t have to look at the floundering legs, and only stopped when he began to feel a mild, dull pain there that he had never felt before. “Oh, God”, he thought, “what a strenuous career it is that I’ve chosen!
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