Holiday Destinations in Portugal

Portugal is located in southwestern Europe and it borders the west of Spain and the North Atlantic Ocean. The total area of the country is 92, 090 sq km. Portugal has a coastline of 1,793 km. It is also one of the holiday destinations in Europe.

It is popular not just because of its scenic and picturesque locations but also due to the fact that it is one of the most affordable holiday destinations. It has a great weather which is essentially Maritime in nature. Fine wine, fine cuisine and fine beaches can help you to enjoy the holiday destinations in Portugal to the full. It is the ultimate place to unwind and relax.

When to Visit Portugal

The weather in Portugal is warm. It is mostly sunny during summers and the winters are mild. The temperature in summer can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius. In places like Alto Douro and Alentejo, it can soar up to 47 degree Celsius. So, the best time to visit the holiday destinations in Portugal is between June and September.

Top Holiday Destinations in Portugal

There are many tourist attractions in Portugal. The prominent holiday destinations in Portugal are given below –

• Porto Porto is a city that has historical significance. It looks enchanting with the chic clubs, Parisian style structures and ramparts that reflect Roman architecture.
• Parque Nacional da Peneda Geres Meandering rivers, pine forests, and rocky peaks in the national park make this tourist spots one of the most sought after destinations for tourists. Explore the national park when you travel to Portugal.
• Braga Braga will fascinate you with its more than a dozen cathedrals and churches of the yester years. It is basically a university town.
• Coimbra Coimbra is also known as the “Oxford of Portugal”. You will come across innumerable students here. An interesting aspect is the remnants of the Roman past.
• Sintra This is a lovely place. Sintra is ranked as one of the best holiday destinations in Portugal. There are castles that appear to come out straight from a fairytale. There are misty forests to add to the beauty of the place.

You will also love the following tourist hot spots when you visit Portugal.

• Evora
• Lisbon
• Castelo de Vide and Marvao
• Rio Douro
• Mertola an Alcoutim
• Vila Nova de Milfontes
• Ilha da Tavira
• Lagos
• Vila Nova de Foz Coa etc

Accommodation in Portugal

As far as accommodation in Portugal is concerned, there are not just hotels but boarding houses and inns too. You will also come across many tourist villages in Portugal where you can put up when you travel to Portugal.

• Hotels in Portugal

You will find hotels of different categories. They are 5 star, 4 star rated and economy hotels. The tariff differs depending on the option you choose.

The names of some of the hotels in Portugal are as follows –

Hotels in Albufeira

• Pine Cliffs Residence
• Sheraton Algrave Hotel

Hotels in Lagoa

• Vale Del Rei Suite and Village Resort
• Aldeamento Turistico Monte Santo

Hotels in Lisbon

• Lisbon Marriott Hotel
• Hotel Tivoli Jardim

Hotels in Porto

• Hotel Teatro
• Porto Palacio Hotel

There are many other hotels in Portugal where you can put up when you travel to Portugal.

• Boarding Houses
  This accommodation option costs less. They are of 1st, 2nd or 3rd category.
• Inns
  These places are usually cozy and are available in 2 categories, 4-star and 5-star.
• Tourist apartments
  Available in 2-star to 5-star rated categories, there are many tourists who choose to spend their holidays in these apartments.
• Tourist villages and pousadas are other accommodation options that you can try booking while you set off for the holiday destinations in Portugal

Last updated on 8/9/2010