Destination Feature - Portugal

Destination Overview

Nature has blessed Portugal’s 850 kilometres of coastline with a bit of everything, from enchanting beaches to varied, breath-taking countryside. The white sandy beaches are too numerous to count. For those who like to be invigorated by the seaside, chose the beaches of the Minho, complemented by the fresh air of the mountains and forests. For lovers, visit one of the seemingly endless expanses of sand or the stunning sheltered coves.

Lisbon Coast

Situated on the South Western coast, Lisbon offers a rich diversity of magnificent landscapes, seahsores and entertainment. The capital of Portugal, Lisbon is a legendary city with over 20 centuries of history.

Discover the chic coastal resorts of Cascais and Estoril. The town of Cascais is one of Lisbon's best hidden secrets. It enjoys a sophisticated nightlife and attracts jetsetters from all corners of the globe. It has a pretty town with modern shops and the streets and walks are paved with colourful cobblestones. Little town beaches with charming surroundings and the picture perfect harbour with new marina complete this popular coastal resort. Cascais and Estoril offer a very high standard of hotels to choose from with some of the best and most luxurious 5* hotels in Portugal.

Sunway recommend you combine your stay in Cascais with 2 nights in Lisbon City which is a great city for shopping and exciting nighlife and museums. Lisbon city is easily accessible from the coastal resorts and only 50 minutes by train.

The Algarve

The Algarve is the southernmost region of Portugal and one of Europe's most favoured holidays destinations, well know for its glorious sunshine and excellent sandy beaches. The Algarve is a popular destination for families, couples and golfers.
Sunway have numerous of resorts to choose from all offering something different.

Albufeira

Albufeira boasts beaches where the sand is fine and the water turquoise blue, sheltered by cliffs. Nightlife, sunshine, beaches and lots of entertainment or just of the features of Albufeira

Vilamoura

Vilamoura is a special place where the pace of life is relaxed, in a friendly yet cosmopolitan atmosphere. Best known for its suberb marina surrounded by high qaulity restaurants and bars set against a backdrop of pinr forests and sandy beaches.

Alvor

Alvor is a quiet tranquil resort ideal for those seeking a relaxing holiday. The village consists of a maze of cobbled streets aswell as Alvor beach which is known as one of the finest beaches in the Algarve.

Lagos

Once a small fishing village, lagos is now an important town with an attractive new marina. There are numerous restaurants, offering a wide variety of menus, bars and discotheques.

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