With long sandy beaches and hot sunny weather, Portugal is a great choice of destination for a summer holiday. The warm dry climate is perfect for Golf and the Algarve area is renown for its selection of challenging courses for holidaymakers that want to play a few rounds.
Portugal has a wide array of interesting resorts to visit like Lisbon and The Algarve. Lisbon is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and is close to the coastal resorts of Estoril and Cascais, which boast unspoilt beaches and beautiful town buildings.
The more southern region of the Algarve has incredible long sandy beaches and high quality hotels for you to enjoy. This area also has a range of clubs and bars across the region and has terrific nightlife.
In northwestern Portugal, the Costa Verde/Oporto area is filled with vineyards, rivers and beaches. This area is famous for producing the fortified wine, Port. There are many different Port producers in this area and guided tours and Port tasting trips are available to visitors.
Madeira is a Portuguese island off the coast of Africa. It is great for luxury breaks and has many nice shops and even a casino to visit. The island is noted for its unusual plants and flowers and is a fantastic place to explore.
Travellers interested in surfing in Portugal should head for Enceira, the large waves are particularly good for surfers here although the Atlantic is generally good for waves and surfing. Many coastal places in Portugal offer a variety of other water sports including fishing boat excursions, water skiing, wind surfing, jet skis and more.
Food in Portugal is diverse and there is a range of places to eat whether you want to
eat traditional Portuguese fare or try the food in one of the many other kinds of restaurants available. Seafood is common in most resorts and Portugal has a reputation for good local wine, brandy and of course Port.
Overall Portugal is a great place to spend your summer holiday with dry hot weather and access to fantastic beaches, great golf courses and hotels. There are a lot of different hotels to choose from, allowing you to find a suitable hotel in an ideal location and at a good price.
