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Portugal Travel Guides

Atlantic coastlines, tiled streets, and the best pastéis in town

Portugal was one of my first long-term bases as a digital nomad, and it remains one of my favorite countries in the world. I’ve lived in Lisbon, explored the volcanic landscapes of the Azores, driven across Madeira, and spent weeks in Porto, the Algarve, and the fairytale palaces of Sintra. These guides are packed with the kind of detail you only get from actually staying a while.

Guides in Portugal

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The mainland cities

Portugal’s two main cities are close enough to combine and different enough that the choice matters if you only have time for one.

The islands

Madeira and the Azores are both Atlantic islands several hours’ flight from the mainland, and they suit different trips — one is built for hiking and long stays, the other for volcanic landscapes and whale watching.

Planning the trip

The complete Portugal guide covers transport, costs and timing across the country, and best places to visit lays out how the regions compare before you commit to a route.