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Try Greek salad on Samos, an island in the eastern Aegean Sea.

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
The spectacular Dom Luis I Bridge.

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
On the river in the cappuccino-coloured MS Estrela.

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
Lisbon, Portugal… no end of sights and good things to eat and drink.

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
Portugal’s Mateus Palace.

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
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Vila Real De Santo Antonio is at the end of the line.

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
On the river in the cappuccino-coloured MS Estrela.

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
Scenic Azure and the Dom Luís Bridge, Porto.

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
Sardines – quite the handful.

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
The sense of architectural history, with the retention of arches and stone walls, anchors the hotel in its locale.

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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