Portugal – the Perfect Paradise to Visit
We all dream of one day giving up the 9-to-5 routine and escape to a warm and sunny place – the destination with a cool lifestyle for memorable holidays.
This small European country with a population of only 11 million people is winning international titles and awards all over the world in travel and tourism, hospitality and culture, food and wine. Portugal truly has what it takes to spend those unforgettable holidays: perfect weather, friendly atmosphere, reasonable prices, spectacular beaches, amazing history. Every year millions of visitors discover “Europe`s most kept secret” and return again and again to that “perfect paradise”.
Beaches
This is the country of brilliant sandy beaches; many awarded with “blue flags” – the distinction for the best beaches in the world in terms of water quality, safety and services. Portugal has an impressive coastline – stunning cliffs and marvellous lagoons.
Surfing
Portugal holds some of best surf spots in Europe. Two different coasts – the West and the South – offer surfers multiple wave opportunities and are ideal for all levels of surfing. Perfect weather all year round and the wide range of breaks makes the region a surfer’s paradise. That is why Portugal atracts lots of surfers from all over the world and world-class championships as the “Rip Curl Pro Portugal”.
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Location
Portugal is on the crossroad of three continents – Europe, Africa and America. General infrastructure, an excellent road network and perfect air links make Portugal an excellent basis for exploring many countries. From here you can easily start beautiful journeys – rumbling around ancient streets of Seville, meet fascinating sunsets at “Europa Point Trinity Lighthouse” in Gibraltar or admire smells and colours of imperial city of Marrakesh.
Golf
Portugal is one of the most popular destinations for golfers. It is home to the best golf courses in Europe, many times being crowned with prestigious titles as “Best value Golf Destination” and “World’s Best Golf Destination” in the golf hospitality industry. With 80 quality golf courses within the country, best hotels and a friendly environment the region attracts more than a million golf visitors each year.
Weather
Portugal is a semi-tropical heaven with warm and sunny climate. 3300 hours of sunshine per year – more than anywhere else in Europe. That attracts millions of tourists every year.
Food & Wine
Portugal is for finest wines and delicious Mediterranean food. Rich fish dishes accompanied by great wines, served in a typical cosy restaurant leave you extremely satisfied without critical damage to your bank account. You will enjoy visiting gastronomy festivals with freshly caught grilled sardines, biological local “presunto”, typical sweet custard tarts, or enjoy traditional wine tasting.
Great Variety of Scenery
Here you can have so much to explore – hidden lagoons, medieval castles, homely wine resorts, long sandy beaches, little fishermen`s villages and more…There are many natural parks and lots of open public places, where groups of friends or families can have fun and enjoy time together.
Heritage & Culture
Portugal is a nation, that discovered a great part of the new world in the 15th-16th centuries. This country, rich of history and character, is location to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Every place here has a postcard-worthy view and allows you to take lots of outstanding photos to share them later with friends.
Full of emotions and thrills, discovering the treasures of this country, you will find yourself in one of these typical little Portuguese cafés, in a cobblestoned little street, having a delicious cup of coffee, watch friendly smiling people and enjoy your life!
Ready to visit Portugal – you are more than welcome…