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Madeira has been recognised by EarthCheck for achieving the second level of the silver seal certification as a “Sustainable Tourist Destination.” This recognition highlights Madeira’s continued commitment to meeting the…
The Madeira Wine Festival, scheduled for 25 August to 15 September this year, is a significant ethnographic and cultural event on the Portuguese island.Coinciding with the grape harvest, it celebrates…
Mark Bibby Jackson discovers the culture, food and street art of the Portuguese capital on his Lisbon city break. On my previous visits to Lisbon, I had never felt truly…
The Portuguese capital is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for good reason, but while there you can enjoy a day trip from Lisbon to incredible sites such…
Gill Haynes goes on an E-biking adventure in the Douro Valley Portugal and creates quite a bang. “Hmm – that seems bit hot,” I thought as I pulled the e-bike…
Lisbon is famous for its historic attractions and beautiful beaches, but the city is surrounded by glorious wild spaces that provide a wealth of activities for adventurous…
Marion Ainge acquires a taste for white port and finds herself lost for words on a Douro River cruise. Bathed in sunlight and looking beautiful, there she is waiting for…
NH Hotel Group has chosen ACCIONA Energy to supply 100% renewable energy for all its hotels in Spain and Portugal until December 2023. Through this agreement, ACCIONA Energy will supply…
Travel journalist Marion Ainge enjoys a Shirley Valentine moment in Faja dos Padres, the perfect spot to enjoy your Madeira holidays. It’s a Shirley Valentine moment. From a cliff top…
Before the pandemic, critics of Airbnb and overtourism argued that the two were inextricably interlinked and were changing the nature of popular neighbourhoods. Pauline Ronnet ponders whether Covid will change…
It goes without saying that our travel options are unfortunately limited right now. While it’s not the ideal time to be planning your unique holiday experience, there’s nothing to stop…
Lisbon is already renowned as one of Europe’s most picturesque capitals, steeped in history with neighbourhoods boasting beautiful tile-covered buildings…
Cracks are appearing in the way the four UK nations are implementing their safe travel regulations, as industry leaders call for testing at airports, and a government minister admitted the…
Whether you are looking for a UK Staycation or a trip overseas, there are plenty of last minute travel deals September 2020 to be had. Travel Begins at 40 has…
Speculation is mounting that Portugal will be removed from the UK safe travel corridor list, as the number of COVID-19 cases in the country has risen above the 20 per…
The UK Government has announced a UK Portugal air bridge as Austria, Croatia, and the islands of Trinidad and Tobago are removed from the safe travel corridor list…
During the current climate we are all looking for secluded places where we can escape. Milda Urbonaite explores the most remote European islands you should visit. Today’s fast-paced modern life…
Portugal took another step in the process of gradually opening the economy and social life on 18 May when restaurants, cafés, patisseries, terraces, promenades…
The following trip was taken before the Covid-19 situation took hold. But be rest assured that the beauty of Andalusia is still waiting for you to explore. As we now…
Now that Britain has entered an 11-month transition period with the EU, while the government negotiates agreements with existing EU countries, many people are left uncertain…
Algarve Tourism authorities have launched the fourth edition of its innovative arts and cultural programme- 365 Algarve. From now to the end of May 2020, the region…
Portugal has been awarded the Accessible Tourist Destination 2019 award from the World Tourism Organisation (WTO), becoming the first country to be granted the title…
The thought of crowded touristy hot spots in Europe giving you anxiety? Rabbie’s Tours, who provide small-group tours ‘off the beaten track’, have just launched eight new six-day…
Portugal’s unspoilt Alentejo Coast is ideal for an adventurous family holiday, with dramatic cliffs and white sand beaches making the perfect backdrop for adults and little ones…
Portugal is in south-western Europe mainly on the Iberian Peninsula, bordered by Spain. With glorious beaches on the Atlantic Ocean, it is a varied and very popular destination for many travellers. The islands of the Azores and Madeira also come under the jurisdiction of Portugal.
The Algarve was conquered by the King of Spain from the Moors in 1471. It has glorious wide golden beaches and dramatic Atlantic rollers. Some of the remaining cobbled streets still retain their Moorish feel. It is great fun to walk along the beach and eat in one of the many seafood cafés or restaurants, perhaps taking a glass of vino verde to wash your clams, sardines or lobster down. The quaint town of Lagos is well worth a visit with its 14th century walls.
Lisbon, one of the oldest cities in the world, is the largest city in Portugal and lies along the River Tagus and the Atlantic Coast. Take a boat trip along the river and view the palaces and other classical buildings on the shoreline. There is a richness of architectural styles to explore: Romanesque, Baroque and some post-modern buildings. The National Ajulelo Museum helps the visitor to soak up Portuguese culture.
Visit Sintra at the foot of the Sintra Mountains and view the 19th Century Moorish Pena National Palace built high on a hill top. This elaborate building was constructed for the elite of Portugal as it shelters in cool pine forests. A must to visit.
