Holiday destinations

Portugal’s Atlantic coast has long drawn surfers chasing dependable swells, but Ericeira, Peniche and Nazaré are now year-round bases for remote workers, families and people who want the sea woven into ordinary life.The change has brought a more international feel, a wider choice of cafés and surf s

On the left bank of the Mira River, close to Vila Nova de Milfontes, sits a beach that brings together the best of both worlds: freshwater and the Atlantic Ocean.Praia das Furnas is one of the most popular spots on the Vicentine Coast, combining a well-preserved natural setting, Blue Flag status and

Summer is when families make memories that children remember decades later.

Portugal has claimed one of the most exciting spots in Expedia’s Island Hot List 2026—and it is not one of the country’s usual headline-making destinations.In the travel platform’s annual round-up of fast-rising islands, this peaceful Portuguese escape ranks second globally, ahead of a series of sou

A major travel title recently listed one Portuguese city among “The Most Underrated Destinations for a European Summer Without the Crowds.” The claim came from CN Traveller, and it turned a few heads.This is a place with cobbled lanes, heavyweight religious history, and restaurants serving deeply tr

Every Wednesday, idealista/news travels the globe in search of a hotel with character. This time, the compass points towards the Madeira Archipelago. The destination is Pestana Dunas Porto Santo – All Inclusive, a new seafront eco-resort promising uncomplicated holidays, fully all-inclusive, with Porto Santo’s seemingly endless sandy beach right on the doorstep.

Portugal has a long tradition of thermal bathing that goes well beyond spa weekends and fluffy robes. The country’s termas are often rooted in Roman use, later developed into medical-thermal towns where mineral waters are prescribed for specific conditions.

There’s something special about climbing up onto a castle wall on a clear day, feeling the warm breeze and looking out across miles of open countryside. In summer, castles in Portugal take on a new energy. They become natural viewpoints, striking backdrops for photographs, and meeting points between history and landscape.

For many people, July is the “official” month for summer holidays. Schools are closed, the days are long, the sea is warmer, and the calendar fills up with festivals.

Portugal might be famous for its long Atlantic beaches, but not everyone fancies sand in their shoes or battling windy afternoons. That’s where the country’s piscinas naturais come in.

There’s a village in Serra da Estrela with more than a dozen natural swimming pools linked by hiking trails. Clean, icy water tumbles down the hillside, filling rock pools that look almost hand-carved.There’s no airport, no five-star hotels, and no queues outside museums.

Portugal’s Atlantic coastline stretches for more than 800 kilometres, and it isn’t all wild surf and dramatic cliffs. There are plenty of safe beaches in Portugal for children, especially in the Algarve, around Lisbon and along the sheltered lagoons of the south.

Active family holidays are having a bit of a moment.

Out in the mid-Atlantic, there’s a wild Portuguese island where a single volcanic cone dominates the skyline.

When you first see the photos, it is easy to swear you are looking at some cove in Croatia: turquoise water, rocks and greenery in contrast.

Travelling around Portugal in June is often one of the smartest ways to use your annual leave.

Portugal has become one of Europe’s strongest contenders for a proper stag weekend.

Portugal’s tourism industry started the year with record takings, with new figures pointing to strong demand from both European and North American visitors.According to data from the Bank of Portugal, foreign tourists spent around €5.2 billion in the country between January and March, an increase of

According to the 19th annual Post Office Travel Money Holiday Money Report, the Algarve is officially the best-value holiday destination for 2025.

The Algarve region has won 3rd place in the "Most Popular Hiking Regions in Europe 2026" award, given by the German magazine Trekking Magazine. The Portuguese region appears alongside historic mountain destinations such as the Dolomites/South Tyrol (1st place) and Brittany (2nd place).

Completely empty beaches are rare these days, especially in summer.

Portugal has once again positioned itself among the most desirable destinations in Europe for spring and summer 2026.

A beach in the Algarve has been considered the easiest beach in Europe for a quick getaway. The study “Europe’s Easiest Beach Getaways”, released by the international platform hoppa, places the Algarve beach in 1st place in the ranking, with a score of 9.79 out of 10.The main reason?