Portugal Holidays in 2013

There’s a big mix of family holiday deals available, so the best place to start is booking your perfect hotel. There’s a mix of all out luxury like the Hotel Jupiter, in family friendly Praia Da Rocha, or a budget family deal in the cheerful Hotel Atismar in sunny Quarteira.

There are tons of fun things to do in Portugal for both kids and adults, including the Interactive Science Museum in Lisbon, which features a range of simulators and lively exhibitions that everybody will enjoy. For a fun day out, bikes can be hired from many resorts, and a shopping trip is second to none for souvenirs.

In all resorts there’s a wide range of restaurants to suit everybody’s tastes. From award winning fresh seafood in Madeira to the best in Italian, Chinese and American in Porto, you’ll find an extensive mix on your Portugal holiday.

While Portugal’s mix of bustling nightlife has something to offer every party animal, on a couples holiday you may like to try a romantic dinner followed by a renowned trip to the theatre. With a historical background of famous playwrights including Gil Vicente, we recommend visiting a local restaurant for the best in traditional cuisine, followed by a trip to Porto or Lisbon to catch a performance.

The medieval St George’s castle stands proudly slap bang on the highest hill in the centre of Lisbon, and has been historically occupied by humans since the sixth Century BC. An ideal way to spend an afternoon, take a stroll around the area’s impressive architecture to get a feel of the real Portugal.

There’s lot’s to do and see on your Portugal holiday, including a lot of world-renowned wines to be tasted! There’s a wide range of indigenous grape varieties still locally grown, and a vineyard tour in Madeira is the best way to experience them. Finish a long day of wine with a romantic horse drawn carriage, available in all resorts for a perfect sunset view.

Whether you’re a sun worshipper or more of an active beach sports type, there’s something for everybody on a beach holiday to Portugal. The stunning Oeiras beach just south of Lisbon is a place worth visiting to top up your tan, while the Costa Azul offers adventurous types a coastal tour via horseback.

Portugal is a watersports fan’s paradise, with a mix of activities all around the coast. To the north, the area around Palmeira is popular for fishing, surfing and windsurfing due to its rougher seas, while the Algarve is the ideal calmer spot for swimming or waterskiing on your perfect Portugal break.

With so many popular resorts to choose from, there’s something to suit every holiday budget. The Grand Real Santa Eulalia and Spa in Albufeira offers all out luxury with amazing views overlooking the beach, while the Rio apartments in Vilamoura allow you versatility on a budget.