Portugal

Porto, is the second largest city in Portugal. It is an important port city in the Atlantic Ocean. In Portuguese, the city is called O Porto meaning: the port.

Rich history, Nice location on the sea & the Douro river estuary, Port wine and a fun nightlife – this is Porto! With around 240.000 inhabitants it is the second largest city in Portugal but still nice & charming with semi-Mediterranean climate and medieval as well as modern living side by side. But what to do there on a Budget? Here you go – with a list of totally free things to do in Porto!

Perched on the Atlantic on the far edge of Europe, Portugal preserves a salty, traditional culture. Gnarled fishermen still mend their nets, and rustically clad women sell fish and produce in markets. But along with the old, you'll also find the modern, especially in the culturally rich capital of Lisbon and the second city of Porto...

Faro, the capital of the Algarve region, is located on Europe’s most scenic coast, offering beautiful, long sandy beaches. Faro is a charming old town with cobbled streets and leafy parks, the perfect starting point for day-trips to all the marvellous major destinations of this wonderful region.

AllTrails has over 1400 great hiking trails, mountain biking trails, trail running trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Whether you're looking for the best trails in Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês or for trails in Porto and the North, Madeira or Lisbon - we've got you covered.

Which beaches on the Algarve coast are the most excellent beaches? Which organization awards which seal of approval? Not every institution that has stretches of coast inspected and gives ratings has all the criteria in mind. Here is an overview of the different factors for quality that are measured when it comes to official awards for beaches in the sunny paradise on the south coast of Portugal.

Algarve is Portugal’s southernmost region, famed for its sunshine, pristine beaches, and extensive Atlantic coastline. The distinguishing feature of the Algarve region is its coastline of limestone cliffs and rock formations. The dramatic color collision between the yellow limestone and the turquoise ocean water creates a lasting impression.

Portugal is the ideal destination for a relaxing holiday, thanks to its beautiful beaches, world-class golf courses and top spa hotels.

Explore the most popular beach trails in Porto and the North with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you...

With its privileged location surrounded by rivers Lima, Froufe and Tamente and with Serra Amarela in the background, Lima Escape Camping and Glamping is a true Nature retreat. Traditional camping areas coexist with Glamping ares – romantic Glamour tents and charming lodges built in the style of a “Wooden Treehouse” or the “Colour Lodges”. The overall mountain environment is calm and peaceful.

Travelling to Portugal is exciting and intriguing because the culture and the language might not be what you are used to. Here you will find the 20 most useful tips for planning your trip to Portugal...

Portugal is a stunning country in South West Europe that’s famed for its breathtaking beaches, colourful cities, and its fantastic foodie scene (including the oh-so-delicious pastel de nata and port wine). Here are some of the best Portugal travel tips you need to know about before your next visit!

On cold winter evenings, there are those who dream of tropical beaches. The others dream of traveling to Portugal, where the sun lingers along the coastline through the year. Something about this country satisfies the soul of a travel-connoisseur, even if you don’t need to cross time zones to get there...

Travel Spain, Portugal, Italy and France stress-free. | We look at a toll box for mobile homes that can be used in four countries (France, Spain, Portugal and Italy). Light motorhomes up to 3.5t travel stress-free, and motorhomes over 3.5t can even replace the Go-Box in Austria. Everything about the toll box for the mobile home in this article...

Please check for travel restrictions before booking and travelling to an accommodation. Travel may be permitted only for certain purposes and in particular, touristic travel may not be allowed...

Information about dimensions & weight of hand luggage on the plane. National and international airlines and their hand luggage regulations...