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See. total solar eclipse Witness this rare spectacle over northeastern Portugal on August 12, 2026. Fishermen's Trail Hike this 140-mile coastal trek from Lagos to São Torpes, part of the Rota Vicentina. Rota Vicentina Explore this 466-mile hiking and cycling route spanning across Portugal. Nazare Watch big wave surfers tackle monster waves at this famous spot.

Eat. Sardine Festival Experience this annual festival in Portimão celebrating the humble sardine with traditional unloading and open-air barbecue.

Stay. Sublime Comporta Stay at this distinctive hotel in Comporta, founded by former airline pilot Gonçalo Pessoa. Yeatman Hotel↗ Consider this stunning hotel in Porto for a memorable stay. Alentejo Region Visit this region for mild weather and fewer crowds during spring break.

AfarJul 17, 2026

It’s Not Too Late to Book a Trip to See the August 2026 Eclipse—Here’s How You Can Do It

There are still hotels, cruises, and tours available in the path of totality for the August 12, 2026, total solar eclipse, which will pass over parts of Greenland, Iceland, Portugal, and Spain.

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Lonely PlanetJul 10

The ultimate week in the Azores

Lean on a local

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Lonely PlanetJul 9

15 of the best things to do in the Algarve

Plan your adventures on the cliffs, caves and beaches of Portugal

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  • Solar do PerceveRestaurantVila do Bispo, PortugalSample tender crustaceans known as percebes here.
  • Cabo de São VicenteSightAlgarve, PortugalLofty headlands for watching the sunset.
  • Praia de Santo AntónioSightAlgarve, PortugalBeach on the eastern end of the Algarve.
  • Praia da MarinhaSightCarvoeiro, PortugalTiny beach surrounded by towering cliffs.
  • Amado Surf CampPlaceCarrapateira, PortugalOffers surf lessons, lodging, and gear.
  • Parque Natural da Ria FormosaNature reserveFaro, PortugalVast park of lagoons, islands, and inlets.
  • FormosamarPlaceFaro, PortugalRuns excursions by bicycle, motorboat, and kayak.
  • Olhão MarketMarketOlhão, PortugalStandout market in two historic red-brick buildings.
  • Ponta da PiedadeSightLagos, PortugalHeadland with towering sandstone formations.
  • Seven Hanging Valleys TrailTrailCarvoeiro, PortugalTrail above serene coves and rock formations.
  • Mar IlimitadoPlaceSagres, PortugalDolphin-watching cruises with exceptional guides.
  • Vila JoyaRestaurantAlgarve, PortugalTwo Michelin stars, changing menu, luxurious rooms.
  • Benagil CaveSightCarvoeiro, PortugalVast sandstone cavern accessible only by sea.
  • Clear EmotionsPlaceBenagil, PortugalOffers longer kayak or SUP tours of Benagil Cave.
  • Portimão MuseumMuseumPortimão, PortugalJourney into Portugal’s seafaring past.
  • Igreja MatrizPlace of worshipPortimão, PortugalChurch interior decorated with azulejos.
  • Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro MarimNature reserveCastro Marim, PortugalNature reserve with salt pans.
  • SalmarimPlaceCastro Marim, PortugalHarvest premium flor de sal by hand.
  • Agua MãeCaféCastro Marim, PortugalSalty souvenirs.
  • Ilha DesertaFerry terminalFaro, PortugalUninhabited island with a 7km sandy beach.
  • EstaminéRestaurantFaro, PortugalIsland's only restaurant, serves fresh catch.
  • AnimarisPlaceFaro, PortugalOperates ferries to Ilha Deserta.
  • Limite ZeroPlaceAlcoutim, PortugalSeasonal zipline across the border.
  • Dos SantosPlace of worshipPortimão, Portugal
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Lonely PlanetJul 9

How to get the most out of the Azores without renting a car

It’s hard but not impossible to explore this Atlantic archipelago without renting a car. Here’s your detailed guide.

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  • Santa MariaSightAzores, PortugalIsland known for sun, sea, sand, and strolls.
  • LajesMuseumTerceira, PortugalTown on Terceira island.
  • Mt PicoSightPico, PortugalPortugal's highest peak.
  • CapelinhosSightFaial, PortugalLandscape formed from a 1957 eruption.
  • CorvoSightAzores, PortugalTiny island easily explored on foot.
  • Bolo lêvedoRestaurantAzores, PortugalSlightly sweet muffin-like bread.
  • Queijo São JorgeRestaurantSão Jorge, PortugalFamous cheese from São Jorge island.
  • Cristiano LimitadaPlaceSão Miguel, Portugal
  • Auto Viação MicaelensePlaceSão Miguel, Portugal
  • VarelaPlaceSão Miguel, Portugal
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National GeographicJul 8

7 summer spritzes to try across Europe

The spritz has long been Europe’s favourite summer cocktail, centuries-old classics served everywhere from Venetian aperitivo spots to rooftop bars in London and Paris.

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  • Frank’s CaféCaféLondon, United KingdomTop spot for Campari spritz with skyline views
  • Terrazza AperolCaféVenice, ItalyOverlooks a square in Venice’s San Marco district
  • Azotea del CírculoRestaurantMadrid, SpainSweeping views across Madrid’s rooftops at golden hour
  • Camparino in GalleriaBarMilan, ItalyOne of Milan’s most celebrated aperitivo institutions
  • San ZenoPlace of worshipNaturno, ItalyCreated Hugo spritz in 2005
  • Buža BarBarDubrovnik, CroatiaAtmospheric cliffside spot for a Hugo spritz
  • Ca’ SelectRestaurantVenice, ItalyModern bar for Select spritz
  • JaváRestaurantLisbon, PortugalRooftop terrace overlooking Lisbon’s terracotta rooftops
  • Rada Beach RistoranteRestaurantPositano, ItalySea-facing terrace in Positano
  • Le PerchoirRestaurantParis, FranceKnown for inventive cocktails overlooking Paris rooftops
  • Les Jardins du MaraisHotelParis, FranceLeafy garden terrace, perfect Parisian setting
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National GeographicJul 6

Go beyond the restaurant with these food experiences in Europe

Whether you’re cracking crayfish at a Swedish summer party, foraging in Alpine meadows or plucking grapes in a Portuguese grove, immersive food tours offer a fascinating insight into local culinary ...

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Atlas ObscuraJun 30

Gates of the City or Portas da Cidade in Fall River, Massachusetts

This amazing monument is 60 feet tall and and 30 feet wide. It is an exact replica of the Gates to the City monument in the city of Ponta Delgada on the island of San Miguel in the Azores Islands. Built in 2006, it commemorates the sister city relationship between Fall River and Ponta Delgada and honors the many Portuguese immigrants to the city of Fall River. It is a short walking distance fro…

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National GeographicJun 28

10 European food festivals you won't want to miss this summer

Whether they’re celebrating sardines, spicy sausage, plums or pickles, these events bring communities together with local food, traditional drinks and rich culinary cultures.

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AfarJun 27

Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect

Scattered across islands, national parks, medieval towns, and rugged coastlines, these are the shorelines worth building a European trip around.

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  • LidoNeighborhoodVenice, Italysix-mile-long barrier island with a large, sandy beach
  • Venezia SpiaggeHotelVenice, Italybeach club with swimming pools
  • Doñana National ParkSightEl Rocío, Spainwetlands with wild boar, red deer, flamingos, spoonbills, lynx
  • Doñana BeachSightMatalascañas, Spain18-mile expanse of soft, fine sand accessible by foot
  • Marielyst BeachSightMarielyst, Denmarkbeach separated from town by undulating, grassy dunes
  • Maerk OutdoorPlaceMarielyst, Denmarkrent bikes right by the beach
  • Marielyst IsRestaurantMarielyst, Denmarkice cream shop with Danish guf topping
  • Praia da FalésiaSightAlbufeira, Portugalfive miles of coastline with beach clubs
  • Albufeira Surf AdventurePlaceAlbufeira, Portugaloffers lessons for surfing
  • Lister EllenbogenSightList, Germanywhite sands backed by grassy dunes on island of Sylt
  • GoschRestaurantList, Germanyseafood outpost in the harbor
  • Praia de Augas SantasSightRibadeo, Spainseascape marked by natural rock sculptures
  • Playa de las CatedralesSightRibadeo, Spainnatural archways and buttresses carved by wind and sea
  • Machir BaySightBowmore, United Kingdomremote Scottish beach offering coastal walks and bird-watching
  • Kilchoman DistilleryPlaceBowmore, United Kingdomoffers a tour and tasting
  • Plaka BeachSightPlaka, Greeceshimmering yellow sand and tempting turquoise water
  • Plaka WatersportsPlacePlaka, Greeceoffers kayak and paddleboard rentals
  • Praia da AdragaSightAlmoçageme, Portugalgold-hued sand and reliable surfing waves
  • Restaurante AdragaRestaurantAlmoçageme, Portugalbeachfront restaurant serving seafood stews
  • Cefalù BeachSightCefalù, Italycurve of fine yellow sand fronting the coastal city
  • Cathedral of CefalùSightCefalù, Italyearly-12th-century cathedral presiding over northern end
  • Çark BeachSightAlaçatı, Turkeybeach with excellent windsurfing opportunities
  • Veranda AlaçatıRestaurantAlaçatı, Turkeytables right on the sand serving local seafood
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The GuardianJun 24

The ultimate beach hike: Portugal’s Fishermen’s Trail reveals the Algarve’s wild side

This long-distance coastal trek takes in towering rock faces, isolated beaches and tasty pitstops The fluorescent green gaiters seemed a ridiculous suggestion, but prove a godsend as we plod across the sand. “I bet you’re glad I told you to get a pair of these bad boys now, aren’t you?” my friend Luke jokes. We’re marching across a wide, crescent-shaped, honeyed beach. The sun is high in the sk…

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Condé Nast TravelerJun 22

Heading to Portugal? Banana Republic's Summer Edit Is Filled With Packing List Essentials

If a jaunt to Portugal is calling your name, here's what to pack for city trips, beach days, and vineyard visits.

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OutsideJun 19

No Jet Ski, No Problem. What It’s Like to Paddle into a 70-Foot Wave.

Tahitian big-wave surfer Tikanui Smith prefers to paddle his surfboard into monster waves, rather than be towed behind a jet ski. Smith explains what it's like to ride monster swell in Nazare, Portugal.

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 29

27 Adult Spring Break Destinations That Might Surprise You

Off-peak destinations with mild weather and fewer crowds, from Antigua to Holland.

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 22

The Most Romantic Hotels in the Entire World

Whether you're looking for adventure, white-sand beaches, or fine dining, here’s where to stay for the ultimate romantic getaway.

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  • Gritti PalaceHotelVenice, ItalyGrande dame of Venetian hospitality with canal views.
  • Hotel BalzacHotelParis, FranceModernist boutique with black marble and checkerboard tile.
  • KatikiesHotelSantorini, GreeceStunning views of the caldera and chic minimal design.
  • ChromataHotelSantorini, GreeceOffers private infinity pools.
  • ChromaRestaurantSantorini, GreeceCandlelit dining with local Santorini wine.
  • AnthósRestaurantSantorini, GreeceServes langoustine tartare and sea bass.
  • Grand Park RovinjHotelRovinj, CroatiaPerched above the Adriatic with views of Old Town.
  • OlivieraRestaurantCosta Navarino, GreeceTerrace offers milk cake and pistachio-studded yogurt.
  • TahirRestaurantCosta Navarino, GreeceServes wood-fired pizza and baba ghanoush.
  • Mandarin Oriental, Costa NavarinoHotelCosta Navarino, GreeceSuites and villas offer privacy and quiet luxury.
  • La ResidenciaHotelDeià, SpainRomantic retreat in Serra de Tramuntana foothills.
  • El OlivoRestaurantDeià, SpainOffers Mallorcan flavors for candlelit dinners.
  • Hotel MottoHotelVienna, AustriaIntimate hotel with 1920s Paris design flair.
  • Chez BernardRestaurantVienna, AustriaTop-floor bar with greenery for cocktails and classics.
  • Villa IgieaHotelPalermo, ItalyMasterclass in sophisticated elegance with outdoor terrace.
  • Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection ResortHotelMykonos, GreeceResort with private beach on Ornos Bay.
  • Grand Hotel TremezzoHotelTremezzo, ItalyArt Nouveau retreat on Lake Como with floating pool.
  • La TerrazzaRestaurantTremezzo, ItalyDine on handmade pastas with shaved truffles.
  • TBarRestaurantTremezzo, ItalyTerrace for digestifs with a view.
  • ForestisHotelBressanone, ItalySpa retreat with minimal, nature-driven design.
  • Domaine des EtangsHotelMassignac, France13th-century château overlooking a serene lake.
  • Splendido, A Belmond HotelHotelPortofino, ItalyTimeless retreat above Portofino's glittering bay.
  • Six Senses Douro ValleyHotelLamego, PortugalWellness and wine amid vineyards.
  • Deplar FarmHotelHofsós, IcelandFormer farm on Troll Peninsula for quiet contemplation.
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 22

The Airbnbs Our Editors Are Booking for 2026

From Madeira to Phuket, these incredible homestays have caught our eye for the next year of travel.

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  • Melton HallHotelnewly renovated Georgian property in Suffolk
  • AirbnbHotelhomestays caught our eye for the next year of travel
  • QuintayNeighborhoodcantilevered home in Quintay, Chile
  • FredericksburgNeighborhoodhoping to get back to Austin to go wine tasting
  • GironaNeighborhoodvilla is the perfect retreat for big groups
  • Sant DanielNeighborhoodpicturesque valley of Sant Daniel
  • Surin BeachNeighborhoodvilla near Surin Beach ticks all the boxes
  • ParisCafépost-Christmas city escape is the best remedy
  • Monceau ParkSightminutes from the romantic Monceau Park
  • Champs-ElyséesNeighborhoodwalking distance or a quick taxi ride away
  • ScotlandNeighborhoodone of those places that has been on my wishlist
  • MullPublic artworkheard amazing things about Mull
  • Inner HebridesNeighborhoodheard amazing things about the Inner Hebrides
  • DuomoSightjaw-dropping Duomo vistas
  • Rebecca SicardiPlaceinterior designer
  • Valparaiso regionNeighborhoodconveniently located in Chile’s Valparaiso region
  • Benedictine monasterySightarea’s 12th-century Benedictine monastery
  • Andaman SeaSightviews out over the Andaman Sea
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 13

12 Spring Break Villas to Book for Sea, Sun, and Solitude

Whether you’re chasing ocean views, volcano sunsets, or quiet mornings with coffee in hand, there’s a vacation rental that makes relaxation effortless.

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  • Casa VekiHotelAlgarve, PortugalVilla on the Algarve coast with ocean views and a private chef.
  • Arenal VolcanoSightLa Fortuna, Costa RicaLush Costa Rican villa offers volcano peaks visible from the garden.
  • Sun Gardens DubrovnikHotelDubrovnik, CroatiaResort with infinity pool, sun deck, and direct sea access.
  • Puntacana Resort and ClubHotelPunta Cana, Dominican RepublicGated community with a picture-perfect pool and full staff.
  • El Yunque rainforestSightPuerto RicoVilla near rainforest, mountains, beaches, and bioluminescent bay.
  • Chalk SoundSightTurks and Caicos, Turks and Caicos IslandsVilla along turquoise lagoon with oceanfront terraces and game room.
  • Turtle Bay ResortHotelKahuku, United StatesVilla on Oahu's North Shore with ocean views and resort access.
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Smithsonian MagazineJan 5

Coastal Cities of Europe

Explore the history, culture and natural wonders of the continent's most celebrated ports

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  • Turner ContemporaryArts centreMargate, United KingdomThe title commemorates the association of the town with noted landscape painter J.
  • SargassoRestaurantMargate, United KingdomWelcome to Sargasso – a coastal-inspired wine bar and restaurant nestled on the sea wall of Margate’s harbour arm,…
  • Dory'sCaféMargate, United KingdomAngela’s is a small seafood restaurant with rooms serving delicious, local seafood, alongside simple, seasonal…
  • ParthenonAttractionAthens, Greecestill among the first places tourists go when they arrive
  • Azulejo TileworkPlaceLisbon, Portugalexplore Portugal's tilework
  • Hawley SquareParkMargate, United Kingdom
  • Theatre RoyalTheatreMargate, United Kingdom
  • Curve cafeCaféMargate, United Kingdom
  • George & HeartRestaurantMargate, United Kingdom
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 3

Looking Beyond the Camino? Try This Long-Distance Hike in Portugal

The Fisherman's Trail is a 12-day coastal walk through Portugal’s wild Alentejo and Algarve regions, offering everything people love about the Camino—minus the crowds.

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 13, 2025

The Best Places to Go in Spain and Portugal in 2026

From favorite cities with new hotel and restaurant openings to rural retreats and island getaways.

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Atlas ObscuraDec 10, 2025

Prometheus Statue in Braga, Portugal

At the main entrance of the University of Minho’s Gualtar campus in Braga, Portugal, rises an imposing bronze sculpture of Prometheus , created in 1992 by the acclaimed Portuguese artist José Rodrigues. Commissioned with the support of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and gifted to the university by the Municipality of Braga, the work was conceived as a symbol of the institution’s mission as…

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 17, 2025

The Best Restaurants in Porto, Portugal's Epicurean Gem

Discover the Michelin-starred spots and relaxed, wine-focused hideaways in Portugal’s second city.

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  • 1638 Restaurant & Wine BarRestaurantNew opening with an 11-course Sensory Menu.
  • KaigiRestaurantJapanese-Portuguese restaurant from Vasco Coelho Santos.
  • BlindCaféExplore o Restaurante Estrela Michelin 2025 no Torel Palace Porto e delicie-se com uma experiência gastronômica única,…
  • AntiqvvmRestaurantDescubra o Antiqvvm, restaurante com 2 Estrelas Michelin no Porto, liderado pelo Chef Vítor Matos.
  • Casa de Chá da Boa NovaRestaurantHistoric tea house set on the Costa Verde rocks.
  • Tia TiaCaféCool inner-city neighborhood spot.
  • Capela IncomumRestaurantDeconsecrated church turned wine and tapas bar.
  • CasarioRestaurantRestaurant with views across the Douro River.
  • The YeatmanHotelRestaurant with sweeping views on either side of the Douro.
  • OmaRestaurantMichelin Bib Gourmand award for value.
  • Ogi by EuskaldunaRestaurantBakery supplying bread for Kaigi.
  • KopkeRestaurantWorld's oldest port wine house.
  • FlôrRestaurant12-seat bar offering complex cocktails.
  • Cafe SantiagoRestaurantInventive tasting menu inspired by world cooking.
  • ÉpocaDeliBustling café known for elevated brunch dishes.
  • GrutaCaféCozy restaurant with Bib Gourmand status.
  • Dona MariaRestaurantHomely restaurant paying tribute to Portuguese cooks.
  • Chez MauriceCaféBeachside restaurant with mojitos.
  • Boa Nova Tea HouseSightHistoric monument housing a restaurant.
  • ÉonRestaurantFine dining restaurant focused on past, present, future.
  • EuskaldunaRestaurantEdgy, innovative, inspiring space with a central counter.
  • MiBaRestaurantNeighboring baker supplying brioche for Época.
  • The LargoHotelHotel where Flôr bar and restaurant belong.
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 31, 2025

The 30 Most Underrated Cities in Europe

Seasoned travelers let us in on their secret spots, from Norway to Portugal and beyond.

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 17, 2025

The Best Airbnbs in Portugal, From Lisbon to the Douro Valley

Here's where to base yourself while discovering Portugal's vast medley of landscapes.

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  • Baixa districtNeighborhoodLisbon, PortugalHistoric district with award-winning architectural project.
  • Praia de FaroSightFaro, PortugalBeach famed for beautiful coastline, watersports.
  • Sintra MountainsSightSintra, PortugalMountains offering ocean views from a villa.
  • Arrábida natural parkTrailSetúbal, PortugalNatural park for hiking near Setúbal.
  • Tagus RiverSightLisbon, PortugalRiver across from Lisbon with windmill views.
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National GeographicApr 8, 2019

See 23 of the world’s most enchanting libraries

It has been said that reading books is surreal: You stare at marked slices of tree for hours on end, hallucinating vividly. Book lovers, therefore, are a strange bunch. They spend hours by themselves, ...

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The GuardianMar 9, 2019

40 of the best beaches in Europe

Travel writers pick their favourite beaches to swim, surf, party, eat and just hang out from the Atlantic to the Aegean, from the UK to Turkey Continue reading...

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  • La ConchaSightSan Sebastián, Spainbeautiful urban beach in Spain
  • ZurriolaSightSan Sebastián, Spainbeach popular with surfers
  • OndarretaSightSan Sebastián, Spainbeach flanking La Concha
  • Kursaal PalaceSightSan Sebastián, Spainpalace beyond Zurriola beach
  • La Pensión del MarHotelSan Sebastián, Spainfriendly and affordable hotel in Gros
  • SansebayHotelSan Sebastián, Spainhotel with contemporary chic and La Concha views
  • El RompidoNeighborhoodHuelva, Spainarea with golden sand beaches backed by pines
  • La FlechaSightEl Rompido, Spainglorious 12km spit with pristine beaches
  • Flechamar ferryPlaceEl Rompido, Spainferry to La Flecha spit
  • Hotel Nuevo Portil GolfHotelEl Rompido, Spainhotel with top location and bargain prices
  • Playa de los MuertosSightAlmería, Spainbeach with dramatic setting and turquoise water
  • Agua AmargaNeighborhoodAlmería, Spainbarefoot sophisticated gem of a seaside town
  • Hotel Las CalasHotelAlmería, Spainaffordable seaside treat with palms and sea views
  • Playa de PooSightLlanes, Spainsandy haven on an estuary, calm and fascinating
  • Isla de AlmenadaSightLlanes, Spainisland accessible at low tide
  • La Farola del MarHotelLlanes, Spainhotel right on the beach
  • CaeaClavelesHotelLlanes, Spainaward-winning turf-roofed, modernist hotel
  • AiguablavaSightBegur, Spainsmall beach with clear green-blue water and white sand
  • Camí de RondaTrailBegur, Spaincoastal footpath linking coves
  • FornellsSightBegur, Spainneighbouring cove linked by footpath
  • Platja FondaSightBegur, Spainsecluded cove at the base of cliff steps
  • Hostal Sa BarracaHotelBegur, Spainrelaxing option with sea views from garden and terrace
  • Fisherman’s TrailTrailPorto Côvo, Portugalstunning clifftop trail to Vila Nova de Milfontes
  • Cabeça da CabraHotelPorto Côvo, Portugalcharming guesthouse in a converted primary school
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