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A Long Weekend in Lisbon
Lisbon is a romantic beautiful Old World city for walking, from its busy riverbank to the hilltop castle. Add the palaces at Queluz and Sintra for a three-day getaway.
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Touring Lisbon Portugal on a Budget
Even the luxury hotels in Lisbon cost less than other major European cities, and Portugal's capital is filled with free experiences and low-cost sights for travelers.
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Who Was the Last Templar?
Only in Portugal is anything known of the Templars' history after their lands and castles were seized by greedy kings who feared their power and coveted their wealth.
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Roman and Medieval Ponte de Lima
Manor house hotels set in vineyards, a Roman bridge, a Medieval pilgrim route, show gardens, cycling paths and Lusitanian horses draw travelers to Ponte de Lima.
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Portugal's Fine Dining Restaurants
From Lisbon and the Algarve to the Alentejo and the far north, creative chefs are giving traditional Portuguese dishes a contemporary look, and a new life.
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Coimbra Portugal’s University City
A high baroque library, sumptuous churches, fado, a top children's attraction and ruins of a major Iberian Roman city make Coimbra one of Portugal's must-see places.
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Evora – Portugal’s Walled City
Explore the historic winding streets, art-filled churches and quiet parks of the former home of the Portuguese royal family.
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Portugal’s Great Monasteries
The monasteries of Alcobaca and Batalha are an easy day trip north of Lisbon. Each is decorated with exquisite carved stonework, and each has a royal love story to tell.
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Go to Belem for Lisbon’s Museums
Lisbon's Belem neighborhood on the Taugus is so separated from the city's historic center that it seems like another town - one filled with parks, monuments and art.
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Portugal’s Knights Templar Trail
When the Knights Templar were disbanded by the Pope, Portugal's king formed the new Order of Christ, and invited them to join. Several castles and sites tell their story
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Portugal Solares More than Hotels
Portugal's unique lodgings in manor houses, wine estates and other private country homes give travelers a chance to meet local people and take part in local life.
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Portugal’s Ten Best Sights
Portugal is filled with exciting travel experiences, don't miss sites, hilltop castles, gardens and beautiful scenery, so it's hard to pick only 10 best places to visit
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New Museum of Carnival Masks
Northern Portugal and the region of Zamora in Spain share a tradition of colorful carnival celebrations that are shown in a bright new museum.
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Faro’s Secret Spooky Bone Chapel
Human bones line a chapel, storks nest in the church towers, Roman mosaics decorate a former convent and blue tiles form murals inside gold-washed churches.
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Fado, The Musical Soul of Portugal
Virtually unknown outside Portugal until the fadista Mariza won the BBC Radio 3 award in 2003, fado, the earthy street music of Lisbon, has hit the world music scene.
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Lisbon: Portugal’s City on Hills
Mournful notes of fado, blue tiled walls, cable car bells, pungent smoke from chestnut roasters, sun-warmed stones of Castelo Sao Jorge. Lisbon is a city for the senses.
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Madeira's Levada Walks
Originally created for irrigation purposes, Madeira's levadas are an incomparable walking experience that allows visitors to see inside the island's gorgeous landscapes.
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Portuguese Food & Traditional Dishes in Madeira
Traditional Cuisine in Madeira makes full use of the island's produce, providing a healthy diet and delicious treats for every occasion.
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Luxury Hotels on Madeira Island, Atlantic Resort
Set in the Atlantic Ocean, Madeira Island is a year round resort, offering fabulous five star accommodation in finely restored traditional mansions.
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Madeira for Winter Sunshine
In the Atlantic Ocean just off the African Coast Madeira offers warm temperatures all year round. This Portuguese Island offers a great alternative to the Canary Islands
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Wine Holidays and Treading Grapes in Portugal
Port houses like Taylor Fladgate & Yeatman welcome visitors to their vineyards and wine tastings, with chance to watch and perhaps join in grape treading during harvest.
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Portugal's Palace Hotel do Bussaco
The luxurious Palace Hotel do Bussaco in the Beira province of Portugal is a study in contrasts.
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Top Things to Do in Porto (Oporto), Home of Port
Porto, or Oporto, in Portugal is a great city break destination, thanks to cheap flights from Ryanair. The best things to do include tours of the port wine cellars.
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Madeira Island, Heritage Attractions in Funchal
From palaces to museums and churches, Funchal has a wealth of historical attractions befitting its 500 years as capital of Madeira Island.
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Madeira, Top Holiday Destination in the Atlantic
With breathtaking scenery and a pleasant climate year round, Madeira island is a favourite holiday destination.
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Budget Travel in Lisbon
With the Euro as strong as it is these days, here are some tips for those who wish to spend quality time in Lisbon but not the big bucks.
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Azulejos are Portugal's Art Treasures
No other country has such fine hand-painted tiles (azulejos) as does Portugal. Whether blue and white or colorful scenes, the art form lives on since the 15th century.
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Walking on Madeira, Favourite Portuguese Island
Madeira claims a wide range of scenery and well-marked walking routes suitable for everyone.
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Porto Santo, Madeira's Unspoilt Little Neighbour
Boasting a wide 5-mile crescent of golden sand lapped by warm turquoise surf, Porto Santo is still largely unspoilt - despite having excellent restaurants, bars and shops
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Madeira For A Relaxing Holiday
Holidays on Madeira, a wooded volcanic island 1000 miles from the Portuguese mainland, are changing. Hotels are getting more luxurious and 'levada' walking is increasing.
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Madeira, Portugal's Wild Atlantic Garden
The Madeiran archipelago, together with those of the Canaries, Azores and Cape Verde comprise Macaronesia, "the Fortunate Isles".
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Where to See Fado in Lisbon
Fado, Portugal's most well known music, continues to live and breath in the heart of Lisbon, the nation's capital. Here's where to see it.
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Things to do in Lisbon, Portugal
There's lots to see and do in Lisbon, ancient capital of Portugal. These three activities should be on your "Don't-miss" list.
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Portugal Events: Festa de São João
To experience Portugal at its most uninhibited, untamed and inebriated, don't miss Porto's massive, traditional annual Feast of St. John's Eve.
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Lisbon's Miradouros (Viewpoints)
Lisbon is built over seven hills and there are great views from the summits. They're called miradouros, small parks with benches and a cafe or two. Here are the best.
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Lisbon's Elevadores (Funiculars)
Lisbon's elevadores, or funiculars, are essential for getting around Lisbon. They all lead to fine viewpoints over the city - here's the lowdown on how to catch them.
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Lisbon's Historic Trams
Like Rio de Janeiro's Santa Teresa tram, tramways are not just a good way of getting about Lisbon - they're great fun for tourists too. Here are the main routes and info.
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Hunting for Souvenirs in Portugal
In artists' studios, factories, department, hardware stores and markets throughout Portugal, you've bound to find souvenirs worth keeping that you'll use for years.
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Portugal's Pousadas Provide Charm
Portuguese palaces, castles, fortresses, manor houses and monasteries provide places to stay for travelers seeking historical settings, while enjoying charm and comfort.
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Exploring the Inner Algarve
Visit the towns of Loule, Alte, Querenca and Monchique to experience the traditional Algarve with their cobbled streets, Moorish influence and old world charm.
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The Beautiful Ericeira
On the west coast of Portugal lies the tourist gem and surfing legend of beautiful Ericeira. This Portuguese tourist gem has much to offer to discerning visitors.
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