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Portugal is a land of
infinite options from mingling with the crowds in one of the more
sophisticated beach resorts to wandering through the medieval quarters
of historic cities like Lisbon, Porto, Braga or Coimbra. To explore the
more remote beauty spots, stay overnight in a romantic pousada - a
converted farm, monastery or manor house enjoying a wonderful setting.
When it comes to sporting holidays Portugal is one of Europe's premier
golfing destinations while the tennis schools are second-to-none. Big
game fishing, horse riding, windsurfing and water-skiing are just some
of the other activities on hand. Other experiences include Fado
(Portugal's answer to soul music), country fairs where centuries-old
folk traditions are lovingly re-enacted, port wine tasting and
mouth-watering fish suppers.
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Places
of Interest - Click on the photos for more details
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Albufeira
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 Albufeira receives a considerable
percentage of the 5 million tourists who visit the Algarve annually.
The frenetic summer season now extends into the rest of the year, for
visitors of all ages and from all over the world. Its extraordinary
climate, with more than 3000 hours of sunshine per year and the
friendly charm of its people persuade many foreigners to move
residence to the region, either temporarily or permanently. We find
more and more people select Albufeira as their favourite destination
because of its multiple attractions on offer
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Alentejo
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 If
you want to locate the Alentejo on a map of Portugal, it's inland and down a bit
from Lisbon, touching the Spanish border on the east and the Algarve is at its
south end. The Alentejo region of Portugal extends from the unspoilt beaches of
the West coast over plains, through vineyards and cork oak forests to the rugged
hills on the Spanish border. Fascinating towns and villages with a rich cultural
heritage are scattered throughout the province.
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Azores
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 For
those who love Nature, The Azores are heaven on earth. From the Lakes and
lagoons with unbelievable shapes up to the astonishing sights over the ocean.
The Azores are certain to provide an experience of a lifetime. The
climate is temperate, which ensures an abundance of flowers strewn across
hedgerows and fields throughout the summer season, and the deep greens of the
lush grasslands contrast markedly with dark volcanic stone walls and neat
whitewashed houses.
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Lagos
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 Lagos
is a major port and historically one of the region's most interesting cities. It
has style, with its sleek boats, designer boutiques and paved promenades.
Fabulous beaches and coves, an historic town with great shopping in its quiet
cobbled back streets combine to make the town one of the most sought after
resorts on the coast. Lagos is a beautiful town with lots to do and see. Lagos
boasts 9 beautiful beaches and is without doubt one of the main attractions to
our town.
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Lisbon
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 Lisbon
is a beautiful place, boasting springtime temperatures during the winter and
cool summers freshened by a breeze blowing in from the Atlantic, Costa de Lisboa,
on the south western coast, offers a rich and impressively integrated diversity.
Lisbon is also the stage for popular festivities, the place for exquisite
shopping, exciting nightlife, and interesting museums, a place from where
motorways branch off in different directions. A fantastic place well worth a
visit.
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Madeira
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 Madeira
island is 310 miles from the African coast and 620 miles from the European
continent, which is the equivalent of a 1 hour 30 minute flight from Lisbon.
Here in the Atlantic Ocean, not too far from the centre of Europe, we find the
islands of Madeira and Porto Santo. The archipelago is famous for its friendly
people, exceptional natural beauty and mild climate. Madeira Islands are just a
short trip from Europe, to a destination where you can combine holidays on the
beach, in the mountains or in the city.
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Vilamoura
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 Vilamoura
is the name given to an area rather than to any actual town. It is outstanding
in that it is one of the largest single tourist complex in Europe and covers
some 2.000 hectares of land. Due to the size of the resort area it offers the
visitor nearly every form of sport and entertainment. On the southern border is
a long sandy beach swept by the Atlantic Ocean. Vilamoura town now includes a
huge new marina with berthing for over 600 craft. Vilamoura lies at the heart of
the Golfing country.
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Algarve
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 The
Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal and covers an
area of 5,000Km2. With 200 Km of Atlantic Ocean coastline, it has a
climate similar to the Mediterranean. The population is close to
400,000 inhabitants of all nationalities, distributed through 16
municipalities and settled mostly on the coastline. Today, the Algarve
is a favourite holiday destination, being famous for its beautiful
beaches, amazing countryside, vibrant nightlife, splendid golf courses
and the
friendly charm and welcome of its people.
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Northern
Portugal
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 Northern
Portugal and the Costa Verde is a mix of historical beauty and fantastic
scenery. The country's longest motorway (A1, from Lisbon to
Oporto) goes up to Braga (A3), in the heart of Costa Verde. If you follow the
coastline on the road from Vila do Conde to Valença, you will not miss the
beautiful beaches, seaside resorts and enchanting villages such as Caminha and
Vila Nova de Cerveira. Inland and worthwhile visiting is the Peneda-Gerês
National Park.
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Golf in Portugal
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 Portugal
has some of the best golf courses in Europe. Golf in the spectacular scenic Algarve has really only taken off in the last
30 years. Most of the courses are west of the provincial capital Faro, and almost all are close to the sea. You can find as wide a variety
of settings as anywhere in the world, from the links of Palmares to the steep
hillsides at Parque da Floresta. The most typical terrain is gently sloping
hills, with rough made more hazardous by intimidating pine trees.
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