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Travel Guide: Portugal - Europe

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For such a small country, you have many options from which to choose: A San Francisco-esque city, spreading over seven hills which descend into the Rio Tejo (Tagus River)- Lisbon is perhaps Europe's most pleasant and affordable city. Its fantastic architecture, diverse population, delicious seafood, intriguing tile-work and non-stop night-life bring together the best elements of Portuguese life. Don't miss an evening bar-hopping in the Bairro Alto listening to contemporany hip music and Portuguese blues-fado!

Tour beautifully restored towns and well-preserved architecture of UNESCO's World Heritage sites in Evora , Batalha and AlcobaƧa . If you are interested in monuments, Evora and Coimbra are must-sees.

The most beautiful natural areas lie in the Minho , Lima, and Douro valley. You can explore the verdant beauty and rural customs of the Minho Valley, or check out the spectacular gorge in the Douro valley.

The city of Oporto is located at the end of the Douro Valley, on the sea, and is famous for its port wine. It is an excellent base for exploring the region.

If it's the beach you are after, the Algarve coast offers highly developed stretches of beach. The rest of the coast (with the exception of the area near Lisbon and Porto) remain relaxing, totally Portuguese and isolated. Great stretches of sand are there for the relaxing, especially along the northern Costa Verde , near Viano do Castelo . The beaches near southern Alentejo are the most remote and least populated.

Transportation and accommodation are excellent and very reasonable, perhaps the cheapest in Europe. The wine is excellent and don't forget to try some vinho do Porto (port), Portugal's most famous export. If you are interested click here.

Top Destinations in Portugal

Lisbon
Porto
Albufeira
Vila do conde
Sintra
Viana do castelo
Funchal
Castelo Branco
Faro
Algarve
Carvoeiro
Tavira


Travel Q&A on Portugal:

Question: #1: how long it takes to travel by ship from portugal-oporto to lebanon?
Im trying to find out how long it will take to travel from portugal-oporto to lebanon by ship or plane. - asked by monica c

Answer: If by ship: WHO CARES ??? Just enjoy being on the water.if by plane: WHO CARES ??? Just get drunk and in no time you'll be there. Just enjoy your sleep. ... - answered by: o_r_y_g_u_n
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Question: #2: Travel in Portugal?
A few questions rolled into one! :What is the best way to get from Tavira (or Faro) to Lisboa in Portugal? Is it by rail or coach?What are the best things to do in Lisboa?Cheers! - asked by pianowez

Answer: Hello.This is my suggestion:A)To go Lisboa by train because it is much more comfortable and quicker. You will pay more then going by coach but i think it is worth. You can check the train price and book ... - answered by: Smile :)
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Question: #3: i want travel to portugal and i want invitation letter?
how can i get invitation letter to go to portugal ? - asked by wizarder2002

Answer: invitation letter ??? To what ?I can help you but i don't understand what's the purpose of that . ... - answered by: melin
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Question: #4: How would you rate Porto, Portugal as a travel location?
We're looking for an affordable place in Europe to travel. - asked by dulladdress

Answer: I can tell for sure Porto is the best city to travel. It's cheap, we have nice beaches, wonderfull river, hot... There's nothing missing.The best night in Portugal it's in Porto. ... - answered by: carlosribeiro26
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Question: #5: How would you rate Faro, Portugal as a travel location?
We're looking for an affordable place in Europe to travel. - asked by dulladdress

Answer: It's in the south of Portugal, in Algarve. The "Algarve coast" is bath by Mediterranean sea. It's a great place to go, because the water is very warm and the beachs are very well treated. As great pubs, ... - answered by: Ana Sofia PORTUGAL
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Question: #6: Where should I travel in Portugal? North? South?
I will be travelling for 2 weeks in april. Are there any recommendations as to villages to stay in? Places to surf? - asked by HD

Answer: Not beach season so I say Lisboa and Oporto, there are plento of lovely towns in the interior by Lisbon as well, like the walled city of Elvas and Evora ... - answered by: BAGOFSWAGS
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Question: #7: car travel,valenca portugal to dieppe france.shortest route?
- asked by peter h

Answer: You should use a router of the web. I travelled from North Spain to South Spain and the one I used was a great help. There are routers for every destination you can think of. Only problem is I can't ... - answered by: tiz
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Question: #8: I want to travel from Portugal to Malaga by bus or train?
- asked by marion2988

Answer: There is no direct train line. You would have to go through Madrid and it is a long trip. what about planning a day or two in Madrid and visiting the museums, palace, etc? Then, continuing onto Malaga ... - answered by: baja annie
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Question: #9: how long do i need left on my passport to travel to portugal?
- asked by kate p

Answer: 6 months i belive ...
Question: #10: Are there any good websites for single travelers? I'm planning to travel to Portugal, Italy or Spain alone!
- asked by mlzg74

Answer: Last year I went to Italy alone because I wanted to learn some Italian. I did a course for part of the time run by a company called IDEA VERONA. I met loads of people and had a great time. I don't know ... - answered by: montenapoleone
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