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How many of us really know Portugal? We may have been there several times but not found some of those special places which are missing from the everyday tourist route. EHS TRAVEL has been marketing Portugal for 25 years, and really feel that it is time that we shared a few lesser known facts with you.
Did you know that...
- Portuguese is the 6th most widely spoken language in the world
- In 1386 Portugal and England signed the Treaty of Windsor, the world's oldest alliance between two countries
- The custom of drinking tea was introduced to the English court by the Portuguese in 1662
- During World War II, Estoril and Sintra became refuges for many many members of European royal families
- Portugal was the first country in the world to abolish the death penalty
- Saint Anthony of Padua was actually born in Lisbon and only spent the last years of his life in Italy
- Romance is as important to the Portuguese as the air they breathe - consequntly there are lots of wonderful love stories to hear
- Visitors can stay in numerous Solares (manor houses) and pousadas which are often converted monasteries and castles in the country's most beautiful areas
- In 1998 Jose Saramago received the Nobel prize for literature
- Discovery is the hallmark of this seafaring nation - it's navigators opened up sea routes to the east and the west
- The world's largest producer of Cork is Portugal. It is harvested from the trees every 9 years
- In Portugal the bull is not killed but the bullfighter sometimes is!
- Many wine makers in the Alentejo also produce olive oil.
Variety is the spice of life and holidays in Portugal offer all the diversity you could wish for. From fabulous sightseeing to stacks of fun activities, there is something to suit everyone on this sun-dappled slice of the Iberian Peninsular. Beautiful island vacations. Luxury golfing getaways. Or sun-drenched beach breaks. You'll find everything your heart desires on Portugal holidays. You can find a great range of Villas, Hotels and B and B holiday accommodation on our website.
Spend sunny days exploring the Lisbon Coast and taking in the seductive sights of this seaside stunner. Seek out the lesser trodden path and discover the tiny villages of the Douro. Or stretch out on the sugar soft beaches of the Algarve. With summer holidays to Portugal you're really spoilt for choice. Away from the mainland, your Portugal holiday takes on an island breeze. Cue the dramatic scenery of the floating Garden. Madeira, in all its glory, is a flower-filled paradise isle - the ideal spot for tranquil holidays to Portugal.
With holidays in Portugal you get shopping to die for, watersports galore and more championship golf courses than you can shake a pitching wedge at. So whether you're looking for all inclusive or self catering holidays in Portugal, you're sure to have a whale of a time. We can offer a huge variety of holidays in Portugal including: acitvity holidays, beach holidays, city hotel breaks, cookery holidays, disabled and family friendly holidays, farmhouses, golfing holidays, riding holidays, romantic getways, secluded villas with pools whether you are looking for summer or winter sun!
Whether you're exploring the traditional, rugged north, or the powder soft beaches in the south, Portugal will take your breath away. With an eye-catching mixture of beautiful beaches, fabulous scenery and fascinating history, it's the ideal sunshine getaway. Explore the the beautiful coastline and old fishing villages of the Algarve. Wander through the fragrant botanical gardens of Madeira. Delve into the rich history of Lisbon. Wherever you choose, you'll find it impossible not to be seduced by this wonderful island.
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ALGARVE - Albufeira The best known area of the Algarve and probably Portugal, with miles and miles of sandy beaches!
ALGARVE - Alvor Alvor is a perfect location from which to go exploring the Algarve coast and inland.
ALGARVE - Ancao Beach When most of us think of the Algarve, we tend to picture endless vistas of sand. While the southernm...
ALGARVE - Armacao da Pera A busy coastal town in the centre of the Algarve.
ALGARVE - Carvoiro A very populat touristy enclave with a lovely beach and a village with lots of little restaurants et...
ALGARVE - Estoi A rural town for the traveller who likes to explore inland.
ALGARVE - Faro The capital of the Algarve!
ALGARVE - Lagos A lovely old fishing port, where the smell of sardines is strong, and there is a stunning bridge.
ALGARVE - Moncarpacho Off the beaten track in the Eastern Algarve.
ALGARVE - Nr Loule Get a taste of "real" Portugal - inland but very close to the amenities of Faro, Quinta do Lago & Va...
Algarve - Nr Tavira
ALGARVE - Pine Cliffs When most of us think of the Algarve, we tend to picture endless vistas of sand. While the southernm...
ALGARVE - Porches When most of us think of the Algarve, we tend to picture endless vistas of sand. While the southernm...
ALGARVE - Porches
ALGARVE - Quinta do Lago Quinta is where the "in crowd" go to play on the Algarve......a beautiful private estate, easily rea...
ALGARVE - Vale do Garao When most of us think of the Algarve, we tend to picture endless vistas of sand. While the southernm...
ALGARVE - Vale do Lobo A very select "village" of private villas, townhouses and clubs, and the famous Dona Filipa Hotel.
ALGARVE - Vilamoura The internationally famous resort, popular with golfers and holidaymakers alike....tha fabulous mari...
ALGARVE - Western Algarve When most of us think of the Algarve, we tend to picture endless vistas of sand. While the southernm...
EASTERN ALGARVE When you come out of Faro airport - turn right instead of left!
MONCHIQUE In the Western Algarve, but inland!
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Destination Portugal is a travel operator / travel company offering tailor made holidays, specialising in high quality accommodation for holidays, leisure and business travel to PORTUGAL and the Islands. We offer Travel Consultancy on all aspects of travel and tailor-made holidays and arrangements. Dynamic packaging, accommodation only, villas with and without swimming pools, hotels (four and five star) mainly in Portugal, golfing, tailor made holidays, flight only, car hire / rental, travel insurance, personal travel information and currency conversion. Fully bonded with ABTA, IATA and a member of ATOP.
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