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Who says you can’t combine “luxury” and “package tour” in the same sentence? Meet Portugal.com’s Exclusive Expeditions. This category of first-class tour packages delivers effortless booking, world-class accommodations and an intimate group size. The result? A high-touch, maximum-luxury, authentically Portuguese journey through the country’s most captivating regions with the following attributes: Intimate Group – […]
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Around July, four close friends shared an unforgettable experience in Lagos, Portugal. Celebrating friendship (and a birthday), this group had the adventure of a lifetime immersed in the natural beauty of Portugal. Check out Becky Love’s Portugal Adventure and her blog Live for Love (and a little cake) for the full story: Oh My Lagos
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There has never been a better time to visit the “Hawaii of Europe.” The Azores remain just as unique and alluring as ever, but getting there has become much more affordable. The 2015 deregulation of air travel increased competition and dramatically decreased airfares to São Miguel. So book your trip, pack your bags, and add […]
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Ask a city of 500,000 people about Lisbon’s best “local” sights and you’ll surely get 500,000 different answers. But the vast number of unique and charming attractions are a big part of the Portuguese capital’s appeal. You can see the major sights, such as the Sao George Castle, the Torre de Belem and the Jeronimos […]
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Here’s the problem with Portugal: There’s just too much to do! There are so many compelling attractions that it can be difficult to decide what to do with just a week in Portugal. Luckily, we’ve done the hard work for you. After arranging hundreds of vacations to Portugal, we know what makes travelers happy. We’ve […]
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There’s a Party for Every Taste in Portugal High culture or low, or something in between, there’s something for everyone all year long in Portugal. Pagan rites, Holy Week happenings, foodie fests, big rock shows and more—the Portuguese love their parties, many of which you’ll find nowhere else in the world. Beyond the big events, […]
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Experts say Portugal is one of the top 10 countries to visit this year – and we agree! If you do too and you’re planning a trip to one of Europe’s most affordable, safe and historic nations, consider our insider picks for Portugal’s hottest destinations of 2016: 1. Cascais If you’ve ever wondered where James […]
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Considering a trip to Europe? Visit Portugal! With so many world-class offerings for travelers of all types, Portugal is increasingly playing a starring role on the European travel stage. It’s time to discover the possibilities: Consider these reasons why Portugal should be on your go-to vacation list this year: 1) Safety First […]
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During WWII, intrigue and espionage filled Portugal’s capital city. Both Allied and Axis agents roamed freely through the city’s atmospheric cobblestone streets. Because Portugal stayed neutral during the war, the port city was packed not only with spies, but also exiled European royalty, wealthy Jews, escaped POWs, black marketers, and refugees. Everyone was watching and […]
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