Luxury holidays in Portugal

Luxury holidays in Portugal are all about 5 star hotels, sightseeing and, of course, some very fine dining. From chic boutique hotels, private villas and golf resorts, you're bound to find something that tickles your holiday fancy here. But, it goes without saying, that the beautiful beaches are the main reason for booking exclusive holidays to Portugal.

Stretching from the Douro Valley in the north to the Algarve in the south, via the Lisbon Coast, you'll find some of the best beaches in Europe. Undisturbed coves, swathes of white sand and deepest blue waters, they've got seaside sparkle alright. And they're perfect for luxurious holidays in Portugal.

For more tranquil luxury breaks in Portugal, Madeira has got what it takes to have you stress-free in minutes. A balmy island breeze carrying the scent of exotic flowers, unadulterated peace and quiet and more spas than you can share a body brush at. Some of the best spas can be found at Thomson A la carte hotels and they really make luxury holidays in Portugal worth splashing out on.

Food wise, luxury holidays in Portugal are all about the freshest fish, fine wines and pastries so delicate they'll make your mouth water. Feast on grilled sardines as you watch the sunset. Nibble the famous Portuguese custard tart, Belem. Or for try one of the many cod dishes available – Portugal is said to have 365 ways of cooking cod, one for each day of the year. Wash it all down with a galss of Vinho Verde or Madeira wine, it's best way to round off a special meal on luxury holidays in Portugal.

Photos of Portugal

Find your own secluded beach hide-away in Portugal., The church of 'Nossa Senhara do Monte' on the outskirts of Funchal., Once an old fishing town, Cascais now boasts a new marina with many attractive boats moored., The Oceanico Golf Club in Vilamoura, boasting 5 golf-courses of various levels, all with amazing views and picturesque scenery., Colourful restaurants in Vilamoura, serving traditional dishes., The Santa Marta Lighthouse and museum in Cascais., The castle of 'Sao Jorge' overlooking the city of Lisbon, Cable-cars connecting Funchal to the small town of Monte, high in the hills., Madeira is very popular with walking holidays, young and old., Lazy beach-life in Lagos, with crystal-clear waters and golden soft sands., Madeira's rocking terrain surrounds most of the island., A beautiful dusk evening on the shores of Cascais Beach., Explore Vilamoura's harbour and Marina., Moitas Beach in Estoril is very popular for sun-worshippers., The 18th Century Pink Palace 'Visconde De Estoi' in Estoi., With breathtaking scenery, its easy to understand why Madeira is such a popular tourist destination., The Algarve is famous for its vast array of fresh-locally-caught fish., Try some shopping in the colourful Cascais streets., Sao Vicente is blessed with some fantastic restaurants, serving the freshest seafood., Rua Augusta Arch in Praga Do Commercio Square, Lisbon.