Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherLonely Planet Portugalis your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hear soulful fado in Lisbon, taste the difference between a tawny and a late-bottled vintage in Porto, then dive into endless surf, sand and seafood in the Algarve; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Portugal and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet's Portugal Travel Guide:Colourmaps and images throughoutHighlightsand itinerariesshow you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interestsInsider tipssave you time and money, and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential infoat your fingertips- including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and pricesHonest reviews for all budgets- including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insightsgive you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including architecture, history, art, wine, cuisine, wildlife, music, etiquette, religion, sport, literature, politics, and more.Overseventycolour mapsUseful features- includingWalking Tours, Outdoor Activities, Eat & Drink Like a LocalandMonth by Month(annual festival calendar)Coverageof Lisbon, the Algarve, Porto, the Douro valley, Faro, Sintra, Evora, the Alentejo, the Beiras, Coimbra, the Minho, Estremadura, and moreThe Perfect Choice:Lonely Planet Portugal,our most comprehensive guide to Portugal, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.Looking for a guide focused on Lisbon? Check outLonely Planet'sPocket Lisbon,a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.Authors:Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Regis St Louis, Kate Armstrong, Anja Mutic and Andy Symington.About Lonely Planet:Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' -The New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.'-Fairfax Media (Australia)