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Sightseeing in Portugal is a boundless adventure. From ancient castles to elegant cathedrals, this sunny land contains an unending supply of diverse cultural influences. Its natural geographical advantages make it the perfect vacation spot for golfing, water sports and hiking.
The capitol and largest city in Portugal is Lisbon, famous for dreamscape castles, warm sandy beaches and endless views of the picturesque hills. This is the perfect spot to begin your vacation to this fascinating European country. Museums, historic sites and a lively night life make this city irresistible to any traveler to Portugal. Consider traveling to other areas of Portugal, as well. Travelers can enjoy quaint villages and fabulous seascapes found up and down the coast of this breathtakingly beautiful country.
With so much to see and do, it's best to create a travel plan. Karen Brown, author of dozens of informative travel guides, has created several special itineraries specifically for travelers to Portugal. Listed on her comprehensive website, Karen Brown's World of Travel, these itineraries include maps, attractions and plenty of unique places to stay. The following exceptional inns and hotels were rated by Karen Brown readers as the best in Portugal:
The spectacular Quinta das Sequoias, cozily seated in a centuries-old redwood forest, is the perfect getaway for a romantic occasion. Situated in the beautiful Sintra region of Portugal, this lovely inn offers breathtaking sea views and 40 acres in which to stroll hand in hand with your lover. The inn is small, private and immensely peaceful. The rooms are beautifully decorated with period antiques and the dining room, in the manor style, is graced by a delightful hearth and fireplace. Enjoy activities such as hiking, mountain biking or an amusing astronomy lesson. This little gem was named Portugal's "Most Romantic" hotel by Karen Brown readers.
Hospitality is the word best used to describe the lovely boutique inn, the Casa de Casal. This charming little inn was awarded the Karen Brown Readers' Choice Award for Portugal's "Warmest Welcome." Views of the Douro River and rugged mountains are spectacular. This family-owned inn dates to the mid-17th century and is surrounded by vineyards. The guest rooms are lovely with French doors that open onto a charming terrace. Located just outside the small village of Pinhao, the Casa de Casal has been fully restored and boasts a swimming pool and en-suite baths.
The inn chosen as offering the "Greatest Value" in Portugal by Karen Brown readers is the charming Albergaria Vila Lido, snugly seated in the middle of craggy cliffs with immediate access to the cerulean blue sea. The guest rooms offer a stunning sea view or contain private patios with access to the gardens. Nearby, you will find very good restaurants, quaint shops and a casino as well as a golf course for the sports minded visitor. Breakfasts are luscious, served in an European atmosphere with carved ceilings, a fantastic fireplace and hand painted tiles.
For sheer luxury, the Palace Hotel do Bussaco should meet any requirements you might have. The recipient of the Karen Brown Readers' Choice Award for Portugal's best "Splendid Splurge," this superior hotel offers ornate decorations and pristine service. The charming rooms are tastefully decorated with wonderful amenities. A stroll through the fabulous gardens is a "must" at the Bussaco Palace as well as dining in the hotel's impressive restaurant. Awe inspiring paintings and stuccoes decorate many of the walls, adding greatly to the Portuguese ambiance and experience.
The capitol and largest city in Portugal is Lisbon, famous for dreamscape castles, warm sandy beaches and endless views of the picturesque hills. This is the perfect spot to begin your vacation to this fascinating European country. Museums, historic sites and a lively night life make this city irresistible to any traveler to Portugal. Consider traveling to other areas of Portugal, as well. Travelers can enjoy quaint villages and fabulous seascapes found up and down the coast of this breathtakingly beautiful country.
With so much to see and do, it's best to create a travel plan. Karen Brown, author of dozens of informative travel guides, has created several special itineraries specifically for travelers to Portugal. Listed on her comprehensive website, Karen Brown's World of Travel, these itineraries include maps, attractions and plenty of unique places to stay. The following exceptional inns and hotels were rated by Karen Brown readers as the best in Portugal:
The spectacular Quinta das Sequoias, cozily seated in a centuries-old redwood forest, is the perfect getaway for a romantic occasion. Situated in the beautiful Sintra region of Portugal, this lovely inn offers breathtaking sea views and 40 acres in which to stroll hand in hand with your lover. The inn is small, private and immensely peaceful. The rooms are beautifully decorated with period antiques and the dining room, in the manor style, is graced by a delightful hearth and fireplace. Enjoy activities such as hiking, mountain biking or an amusing astronomy lesson. This little gem was named Portugal's "Most Romantic" hotel by Karen Brown readers.
Hospitality is the word best used to describe the lovely boutique inn, the Casa de Casal. This charming little inn was awarded the Karen Brown Readers' Choice Award for Portugal's "Warmest Welcome." Views of the Douro River and rugged mountains are spectacular. This family-owned inn dates to the mid-17th century and is surrounded by vineyards. The guest rooms are lovely with French doors that open onto a charming terrace. Located just outside the small village of Pinhao, the Casa de Casal has been fully restored and boasts a swimming pool and en-suite baths.
The inn chosen as offering the "Greatest Value" in Portugal by Karen Brown readers is the charming Albergaria Vila Lido, snugly seated in the middle of craggy cliffs with immediate access to the cerulean blue sea. The guest rooms offer a stunning sea view or contain private patios with access to the gardens. Nearby, you will find very good restaurants, quaint shops and a casino as well as a golf course for the sports minded visitor. Breakfasts are luscious, served in an European atmosphere with carved ceilings, a fantastic fireplace and hand painted tiles.
For sheer luxury, the Palace Hotel do Bussaco should meet any requirements you might have. The recipient of the Karen Brown Readers' Choice Award for Portugal's best "Splendid Splurge," this superior hotel offers ornate decorations and pristine service. The charming rooms are tastefully decorated with wonderful amenities. A stroll through the fabulous gardens is a "must" at the Bussaco Palace as well as dining in the hotel's impressive restaurant. Awe inspiring paintings and stuccoes decorate many of the walls, adding greatly to the Portuguese ambiance and experience.
About the Author:
Tess Kirkpatrick enjoys blogging about boutique Portugal hotels and other travel destinations. For more information on travel in Portugal or for lists of Portugal attractions, visit the Karen Brown online guide today.
