| Holidays in Portugal |
| Portugal is one of the oldest nations in Europe. It has been an independent kingdom since 1143. It has been a member-country of the European Union since 1986 and Portugal currently enjoys a steady economic growth. Portugal is situated on the western side of the Iberian Peninsula. Portugal is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south and by Spain to the north and east. The Atlantic islands of the Azores and Madeira are also part of Portugal. The northern and central regions of Portugal are forested and mountainous with the highest range being the Serra da Estrela. Southern Portugal is much flatter and drier. Portugal a renowned reputation for hospitality and tourists are welcome. The climate is mild all year round. Summers are dry and sunny with warm sunshine extending into Autumn. Winters are moderately cool. Madeira is subtropical and has little rain. Portugal is the chosen destination for many holidaymakers. It is an ideal country for practicing water sports and playing golf. Portugal offers modern tourism facilities, and accommodation, ranging from apartments to wonderful villas and farmhouses. |
| Costa Verde |
| The northern-most region of Portugal is known as the Costa Verde. It covers the districts of the Minho and most of the Douro Litoral. Costa Verde stretches north from the city of Porto to the Spanish border. This area is the ancient beginnings of what today is known as the country of Portugal.This area offers incredible landscapes. This region is rich in history, culture and natural environments. The countryside is lush and green and the sun baked coastline is idyllic. Inland there are forest clad mountains. Charming, traditional towns and cities are scattered throughout Costa Verde and situated in the north-east corner on the border with Spain is the popular nature reserve called the Parque da Penada Gerêz. |
| Silver Coast |
| Portugal's Silver Coast (Costa de Prata) stretches from Lisbon to Fiqueira da Foz. This is a beautiful, largely undiscovered region. It offers some of the best beaches in Europe, stunning coastal scenery, small towns and pretty villages. |
| Northern Portugal |
Northern Portugal is dominated by landscapes of the Douro Valley and much of the countryside designated UNESCO world heritage status. This is a region renowned for producing some of the finest port wine in Portugal. The beautiful area of Beira Alta in Northern Portugal is rich in unspoilt flora and fauna. |
| Central Portugal |
| Central Portugal is a large and diverse area with an stunning mountains, beautiful rivers, forests, green countryside, vineyards, olive groves, picturesque towns and villages. From Ribatejo in the north of the region to the southern and coastal districts of Lower Alentejo. |
| Lisbon Coast |
Costa de Lisboa is on the south-western Atlantic coast of Portugal. The region is freshened by an Atlantic breeze resulting in springtime temperatures during the winter and cool summers. Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since its conquest from the Moors in 1147. Lisbon has over twenty centuries of history and offers great shopping, nightlife and museums. It is a beautiful city which is recognised as one of the most sophisticated capital cities. |
| Algarve |
Situated on
the extreme South of Portugal, the Algarve region has gorgeous
beaches, warm water & glorious sunshine year-round. Portugal's
Algarve region provides the chance to experience the African
and Mediterranean influences. A self catering
holiday villa or apartment on the Algarve
is the dream holiday. |
Holidays in Portugal |
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