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Luxury holidays in Portugal

Portugal is a well-kept secret: a country of rugged landscapes, sophisticated cities, rural backwaters and sharply contrasting traditions. 

The landscapes are diverse - the grandiose vineyards of the Douro Valley; coastal fishing villages; the dramatic cliffs of Madeira; the rolling Alentejo plain; the Algarve's glorious beaches and traditional old villages. Its ten million people speak their own language, follow their own unique cultural traditions and are fiercely independent from Spain.
 

The Algarve

Due to its mild climate, Portugal's leading golf courses are found in the Algarve whilst sunbathers delight in the golden, sandy beaches. Watersports are available, visits to picturesque fishing villages and deep-sea fishing. 

Sintra

Only 15 miles from Lisbon on the hillside, lies the town of Sintra a World Heritage Site.  This mountain town is full of wonderful ornate palaces.  Amongst these, it boasts the former summer residence of the Portuguese Royal family and the beautiful Monserrat Gardens. 

Madeira

The Madeira Archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic has a mild climate, subtropical vegetation, cascading streams and mountain peaks that seem to thrust from the ocean. The bustling capital, Funchal, has museums and historic buildings, charming restaurants and shops.
           


 KEY FACTS

PORTUGAL
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE IN °C
J F M A M J
High 15 16 17 18 21 24
Low 9 10 11 12 13 16
J A S O N D
High 26 27 25 22 19 16
Low 18 18 18 15 12 11
MADEIRA
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE IN °C
J F M A M J
High 19 19 19 19 21 22
Low 13 13 13 13 14 16
J A S O N D
High 24 26 26 24 22 20
Low 18 19 19 17 16 14

CAPITAL
Lisbon
CURRENCY
Euro 1.44
Sterling £1.00
Approximately as at 10/01/05
LANGUAGE
Portuguese (English is widely spoken)
TIME
Gmt
DRIVING
Right-hand side
PASSPORTS &VISAS
UK citizens do not require visas for visits for up to 3 months.Your passport must be valid for 3 months
after your intended date of departure.


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