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Portugal is a country boasting a long maritime history and the Algarve has one of the best coastlines in all of Europe. It has a rich and unique culture, bustling cities and picturesque countryside and is one of the best value for money destinations in Europe.

The country’s capital, Lisbon, is a fascinating mixture of open piazzas, cobbled streets and hilly suburbs, whilst being located on the river Tejo. Baixa and Alfama are the country’s oldest districts and are charming areas to spend walking though and taking in the surroundings made up of cobbled streets, colourful buildings, markets and peaceful plazas. If you are staying in the city centre then finding a hotel in Lisbon is no problem as they are plentiful.

Portugal’s second largest city, Oporto, was built on the hills overlooking the river Douro. Many buildings are built into the surrounding hills and cliff faces, which make the city striking in appearance. Some main sites in Oporto include the Old Relação Prison and the Casa da Musica concert hall. Hotels in Oporto are scattered throughout the city and you should have no problem finding one.

Faro is the main hub of the Algarve region in the south of Portugal. The Algarve has stunning beaches with clear and unpolluted water, which make it the country’s most popular tourist destination. Inland, the countryside is delightful; from the Monchique Mountain to the Ria Formosa. Most people choose to stay in hotels in the Algarve by the coast so they can be close by to the beautiful beaches.

A wide variety of hotels in Portugal are available. For those on a budget there are a vast number of youth hostels all over the country as well as a number of budget hotels. Plush hotels in Portugal are also available in all the major cities and the resorts in the Algarve are especially delightful.

Portugal has three international airports in Lisbon, Oporto and Faro, with Lisbon taking the most traffic. Getting around Portugal once you are there is best achieved by car so it is advised to hire a car on your arrival. Can rental in Portugal is relatively cheap so it is an affordable option.