7 Reasons why we love (child friendly) PORTUGAL
- Portugal is a very safe family friendly destination which offers pristine beaches, a wonderful climate and a multitude of family friendly resorts. The locals are totally family orientated and offer plenty of special care to foreign visitors…
- Lisbon (Portugal’s capital), Sintra, Cascais, The Algarve and Porto are great for exploring and family stays, but from this list The Algarve is by far the most popular family friendly region…
- Portugal is known to have the sunniest days in Europe! You will be spoilt for options in the Algarve with up to 150 golden sandy beaches!
- Fabulous Water Parks such as Aquashow Park, Aqualand, Slide & Splash and the (must visit) Zoomarine Theme Park will offer ample entertainment for the entire family!
- Top quality family resorts and villas! Two Algarve resorts which are highly recommended and have won numerous awards, are the 4-Star “All Inclusive” Clube Humbria and the 5-Star Martinhal Sagres Family Resort.
- The Algarve offers some of the best surfing spots in Europe and is the perfect place for kids to be taught body boarding and surfing at one of the many surf schools
- Portugal is a country which offers various, sometimes adventurous, transportation options! Explore cities such as Porto, Lisbon and Albufeira (The Algarve) with the popular Hop-on-Hop-Off Busses (pre-purchase your tickets with us). Make use of trains, especially a journey along the Douro Valley River! Ride a tram in Porto and Lisbon. Take a classic boat ride on the Douro or Tagus River! Make sure you and your kids experience a fun filled Tuk-Tuk ride in Lisbon, Porto, or Sintra. Finally, enjoy a leisurely Cable Car ride in either Porto or Lisbon! Rental cars are also available, especially if you want to explore the Algarve or Portuguese Countryside. Try to avoid Lisbon and Porto with a rental car though…
- Lisbon has so many family friendly attractions! Consider the Lisbon Oceanarium or the Lisbon Zoo and don’t forget the “Hippo Trip”! Just imagine your kids’ faces when one moment you explore the city of Lisbon on a bus and the next moment the same “Hippo” bus converts into a boat and you find yourself on the Tagus River, passing Belém Castle! It’s a wonderful fun filled adventure!
- Adults and children of all ages will love a day trip to the fairy-tale forest and town of Sintra. It is well known for ancient Castles, Palaces and Forts. We recommend a visit to the Moorish Castle and colourful (Disney-like) Pena Palace! It’s a 20-minute walk between the two castles where you will find yourself among the most beautiful forest scenery with large trees, lakes, swans and ducks.
- We can also suggest the following two fun-filled activities in Porto and Lisbon:
- “World of Discoveries” – Porto: It’s an interactive Museum and mini Theme Park which makes Portuguese history “come alive” for kids (and adults) in a very unique way!
- “Caravel on Wheels” – Lisbon: This video-guided historical tour is a full multimedia experience on a small bus, making it much more personal and fun for the entire family! Ensure to book your tickets with us prior to departure.
- Portugal is not only one of the most child-friendly countries, but also one of the most affordable destinations in many ways!
