Hang on tight as tram 28 rattles you up to Lisbon's Castelo de Sao Jorge, p. 105. Step back in history as you enter Braganca's astonishingly well-preserved 13th-century citadel, p. 444. Savour the world's best port amid the terraced vineyards of tiny Pinhao, p. 389. Feel the rush as you scramble to your feet on a surfboard at Baleal beach, p. 272. Two authors, over 1000 hours of on-the-ground research, 86 detailed maps. Six-page Outdoors chapter covers everything from horse riding across the sands to scaling Portugal's highest peak. Don't just take our word for it; see what travellers are saying at lonelyplanet.com
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Not up to Lonely Planet's usual standard After having tried a few other guidebook series, I am back to Lonely Planet, as these are simply standard-setting in terms of travellers' reference. But this is the exception that confirms the rule (along with Lonely Planet Iceland & Faroes). Though published last year, so much of the basic information is not up-to-date - and several recommendations seem like an absolute mystery as they in no way live up to Lonely Planet's usual criteria. Just too many times I found myself planning according... more info
Lonely Planet Portugal We always use Lonely Planet because they tell it like it is---good, bad and ugly ! This latest book on Portugal is no exception. Wonderful !
Excellent guide for the adventurous traveler This guide excels in the ins and outs of
travel by other than rental car and plush
hotels. The public transportation information
is useful.
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