Major Holiday Destinations in Portugal
The Algarve is situated in southern Portugal and has become a Mecca for package tour holidaymakers. The region is well known as a beachside holiday destination with great beaches and resorts such as Praia da Marinha and Armação de Pêra. The area is also known as a golfer’s paradise, where many people visit the Algarve just to play golf for a week or two. If you are deciding to take a golfing holiday on the Algarve, you will need a Car Hire Portugal vehicle to transport yourself and your clubs to the vast array of golf courses.
Major Towns in Portugal
Lisbon and Porto are Portugal’s two major cities. There is a host of things to see and do in and around the cities. Lisbon is the country’s capital and is home to attractions such as the Sé (Cathedral), Calouste Gulbenkian Museum, The Bairro Alto, Tower of Belem, Parque das Nacoes and the fantastic castle Castelo de Sao Jorge.
Portugal’s second major city is Porto. Here you will also find some great attractions to wet your appetite. Enjoy the art museum Museu Nacional de Soares dos Reis, or the famous church Igreja de Sao Francisco.
Major Airports in Portugal
There are many airports in Portugal, which carry international flights such as Braga Airport, Faro Airport, Porto Airport and Funchal Airport.
Lisbon Airport is Portugal main airport, handling 13.3 million passengers in 2007 alone. The airport is Portugal’s main link with the world. The infrastructure around Lisbon Airport is excellent, which is ideal for your Car Hire Portugal vehicle. There is currently only one terminal in the airport, but between now and 2010, the construction on a second terminal will be completed. Enjoy your time travelling within this great country.