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Oporto Travel & Sightseeing Guide

January 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment

A trip to Oporto
The city of Oporto has more to offer than its famous wine, yet the wine is not a bad reason for a visit as the port cellars here enthusiastically welcome tourists. The food, charming historical architecture, art and markets all attract visitors from afar. An easy train ride from Lisbon will take [...]

Jan

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Madeira Tavel & Sightseeing Guide

January 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Trip to Madeira
Madeira is the largest and most populated of the archipelago of islands southwest of mainland Portugal and home of the island capital Funchal. Also under Madeira jurisdiction is the island of Porto Santo, 30 miles (50kms) from Madeira. The other two neighbouring volcanic island groups, Salvagens and Desertas, are unpopulated. Funchal is where [...]

Jan

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Lisbon Travel & Sightseeing Guide

January 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment

A trip to Lisbon
Lisbon is located on the Atlantic coast alongside the River Tagus and is Europe’s westernmost capital. The city is a noted trading port and was the starting point for various legendary explorers. Lisbon has maintained its historical charm and ancient sites, and you can still stroll around and gaze at marvellous [...]

Jan

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Lagos Holiday & Sightseeing Guide

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A trip to Lagos
The ancient maritime town of Lagos is situated in the southern part of Algarve, in Portugal. This important tourist destination boasts more than 2,000 years of history and features a lovely port and a stunning restored sea fort. Lagos presents visitors a number of architectural signs, particularly churches and statues, and a [...]

Jan

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Faro Holiday & Sightseeing Guide

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A trip to Faro
Dine on fresh seafood dishes, toast with local Portuguese wine and enjoy a walk along lovely narrow lanes in the old city; life can’t be more blissful than in Faro. A major hub in the Algarve, Faro unveils rich history and a myriad of remarkable, historic buildings, making it an ideal place [...]

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Algarve Travel Guide

January 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment

A trip to the Algarve
One of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe, the Algarve on Portugal’s southern Atlantic coast is a sunny oasis of lovely beaches, lip-smacking fresh seafood and breath-taking sceneries. An ideal beach region where you can laze around in the sun all day, the Algarve also boasts a plethora of historic [...]