Don't miss
- Cities: Lisbon and Porto
- Wine: Douro and Dao valley
- Nature: Douro riverboat
- Beaches: Algarve (but crowded)
- Festival: Feast of St James
Briefing
Portugal excels for city breaks, and is a popular summer holiday spot — especially the beaches of the Algarve. Those who prefer more remote spots will enjoy the northern areas around Faro.
E-travel options
From UK, the best e-option is by ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao, and the e-bike or EV to your destination. Hiring an EV only possible at main airports. E-asy ranking is 5/24 inm
Sustainability
Portugal has a chequered past but is currently one of the most progressive countries in Europe for sustainability, thanks to robust policies on recycling and high uptake of wind and solar power,