Off the beaten track (Page 13)

Explore Portugal beyond the major cities and tourist hot spots to escape the crowds and delve deeper into Portuguese culture. Find secret spots and hidden treasures to make your Portugal itinerary unique.

Ilha do Picoto river beach, Avo, Portugal

Why River Beaches In Portugal Are Better Than Coastal Beaches

Julie Dawn Fox explains why the variety, natural shade and warmer, calmer waters make central Portugal’s river beaches an excellent alternative to coastal beaches.Read More →