Portugal Books and Travel Guides


Rick Steves' Spain & Portugal 1999
Steves points out the most delicious paella in Sevilla, the best folk art on the Portuguese coast, and the most economical ways to experience flamenco, bullfighting, and the Prado. 30 maps.
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Eyewitness Travel Guide: Portugal
Each book is a visual as well as informational feast about a particular place.--NY Times Review
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Mediterranean Color : Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Greece
The sun-splashed countries of the Mediterranean are shown here as never before. Photographer Jeffrey Becom focuses on how people live and celebrate living in the exquisite details of their humble dwellings in six Mediterranean countries. Becom's dazzling images complement his graceful narrative guide.
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Fielding's Paradors, Pousadas and Charming Villages of Spain and Portugal
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Daytrips Spain and Portugal : 50 One-Day Adventures by Car, Rail or Ferry Including 51 Maps
From its cultural treasures to its pristine beaches, the Iberian peninsula holds many delights, all available at some of the most reasonable prices in Europe. Norman Renouf shows readers how to make the most of each day in dozens of cities and towns, with detailed information on cuisine and shopping. Special features cover balloon flights over Catalonia and the Pyrenees, and visiting Gibraltar, the jumping-off point for daytrips to Morocco. 30 photos, 40 maps.
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Fodor's Portugal
Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over. Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze, and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free. If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.
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Frommer's Portugal '98
Frommer's makes it easy to explore Portugal as an independent traveler, from the winding alleyways of the Alfama to beautiful beach resorts, from Lisbon's incredible shopping scene to the unspoiled fishing villages of the coast. Maps.
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Michelin Green Guide : Portugal
From the terraced vineyards of the Doura Valley to the Inviting beaches of Algarve and the far-flung islands of Madeira and the Azores, this guide brings you the best of Portugal in one volume. Includes descriptions of over 800 attractions, over 50 detailed city and regional maps, helpful hotel and restaurant recommendations, and more than 160 color photos and drawings.
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Karen Brown's 99 Portugal : Charming Inns & Itineraries
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Lonely Planet Portugal
This succinct and lively guide covers all of Portugal's "must see" spots and shows the way off the beaten path to the country's majestic ruins, bustling markets and deserted beaches. Hundreds of accommodation options are included, as well as a useful Portuguese language section.
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