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Top Distinctive Places To Check In Portugal

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

Europe is a tourist destination that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Most of the people swarm into London, Paris, Rome, Barcelona and others just because they are on the top of the destination list. But, it is true that there are more places to discover on your trip and make it a […]

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Palácio Fronteira

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

Lisbon Chronicles Built in the seventeenth century as a hunting lodge for the first Marquis de Fronteira, D. João de Mascarenhas, a hero of the Portuguese War of Restoration, this beautiful palace is located on the edge of Parque Florestal de Monsanto, in Largo de São Domingos de Benfica. The Palace was enlarged in the […]

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Oh My Lagos

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

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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Our Favorite Lisbon Insider Hotspots

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

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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4 Great Ideas for Your Week in Portugal

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

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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Portugal's 5 "Hot Spots" for 2016

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

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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8 Reasons to Visit Portugal

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

  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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Yellow electric car and Jeronimos monastery in Lisbon - Portugal blog and news| Portugal.com
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The Advantages of Traveling with Portugal.com

By Maria Pacheco

Portugal has consistently been ranked as one of the best and lowest cost destinations in Europe. Located at the western most coast of the Iberian peninsula, Portugal is the entry point for an all encompassing European vacation, or one the most wonderful vacation experiences if only visiting the country. A holiday in Portugal will undoubtedly make […]

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The Azores: Air Freedom at Last

By Joaquim DeCarvalho

On March 29, 2015, thousands of people made their way toward John Paul II Airport in Ponta Delgada, the capital city of Sâo Miguel, the biggest and most populous island in the Azores. More than anything, the scene looked like the filming of a Hollywood movie in which the populace was witnessing the advent of air transportation. […]

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