26 September 2023

Lonely Planet’s Experience Guides: Portugal

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Reviewed by Rama Gaind.

Price: $34.99.

What better way to get away from the everyday, than to go travelling? That’s exactly what you get a chance to do with this guide from experts at the Lonely Planet.

According to them: this is Portugal: “Bury your feet in soft white sand or dive into tranquil lakes. Head out on two wheels to marvel at unspoiled landscapes. Join your kids in conquering medieval castles and lavish palaces. Immerse yourself in timeless local traditions. Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine with a pinch of spice. Discover urban secrets and rural hideaways. Spot protected species at natural parks. Meander through vineyards, tasting reds, whites and rosés. Unearth layer upon layer of absorbing history Dance the night away and toast the rising sun.”

So, you’re invited to turn the page and start planning your next best trip. All the information you need is here, beautifully illustrated with pull-out maps and details of best experiences including food, family, outdoor, cycling, festive historic, nightlife, wine and water.

The most popular visited destinations are Lisbon, the Algarve, the Professional footballer Cristiano Ronaldo is the most famous person to come out of Portugal. Portuguese Riviera, Madeira, Óbidos and Fátima. Get your fill of history and culture at UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Monastery of Batalha, Coimbra University and the picturesque town of Sintra. Take a tour of Porto, where the majestic Douro Valley begs for you to lounge back with a glass of port wine in hand. The options are endless.

Who is the most famous person to come out of Portugal? If you answer correctly, you could win a copy of Lonely Planet’s Experience Guides: Portugal. Entries should be sent to [email protected] by Monday, 4 July 2022. Names of the winners will be announced in Frank Cassidy’s PS-sssst…! column on 5 July 2022.

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