Portugal

Portugal is a little place with a lot to do. The capital Lisbon is an old Original Travel favourite, and one of Europe’s most attractive and accessible capitals; the Algarve is one of the sunniest places around with some of the best beaches in Europe; and Madeira is an island gem fast overcoming a perception problem. Lisbon has several top class hotels, whether your requirement is grand dame or boutique chic, and OT knows them all. We can also recommend the best surf school, and the finest family hotel, in the Algarve, which is the perfect destination for short-breakers in need of a fix of sun, sea and sand, and also families who want pretty much guaranteed good weather. Out in the Atlantic, Madeira enjoys a mild, sub-tropical climate that has been likened to ‘eternal spring’. Once seen as a destination for senior citizens only, Madeira is shedding its fusty image, and the island’s climate and landscapes make it ideal for all kinds of outdoor pursuits. Original Travel can arrange the following methods of proving just how youthful and vigorous you are, including trekking, mountain-biking, paragliding, rock-climbing, surfing, windsurfing, sailing and diving.