Portugal
- Opinion
- Food and wine
The only place you should ‘go on a diet’, according to a food writer
It’s the last thing any sane person would think about on holiday. But in the Mediterranean, you may already be eating some of the healthiest food in the world.
- Terry Durack
Portugal’s second-largest city is packed with highlights
A magnificent bridge, beautiful buildings and a monstrous local sandwich are just some of what Porto has to offer visitors.
- Rob McFarland
- ★★★★
- Ship reviews
On board the new, Aussie-owned luxury ship cruising Europe
One of APT’s newest ships, the MS Estrela, is a gleaming beacon of contemporary sophistication purpose built for the Douro River.
- Kerry van der Jagt
Port guide: Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is an Atlantic city but, thanks to a sparkling climate, orange trees and penchant for pastel paint and strong coffee, feels Mediterranean in its charms.
- Brian Johnston
The story behind the beautiful castle on a world-famous wine label
In the 1970s, Mateus Rosé was the epitome of cool; its curvy shape as much a style icon as the flares and shag-pile carpet of the era.
- Kerry van der Jagt
Want to beat the crowds in ‘the new Spain’? Try the train
Tourists are flocking to Portugal, but its improving rail network can get you beyond the throng.
- Catherine Marshall
The Australian ship cruising one of Europe’s most spectacular waterways
The MS Estrela is a new ship for a new era of cruising, purpose-built to navigate the Douro River.
- Kerry van der Jagt
Port guide: Porto, Portugal
Portugal’s second-largest city, once known only for commerce, has acquired new-found fun in lively arts and nightlife scenes, and has a gloriously scenic setting.
- Brian Johnston
In the can – preserving Portugal’s fishing heritage
There are plenty of fish in the sea, but Portugal’s traditional fish canneries are as rare as beluga caviar.
- Catherine Marshall
- ★★★★★
- Hotel reviews
This timeless hotel combines history, design and craftsmanship
Five historic buildings brought seamlessly up-to-date provide a place for people to slow down and connect in this charming Porto hotel.
- Karen McCartney
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