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Portugal has been added to the UK’s ‘safe list’ and with 300 days of sunshine a year, it’s an ideal destination for clients looking for a break this winter.


Algarve Already a popular destination for Brits in the summer months, the Algarve in the winter is just as idyllic. With its coastline as enticing all year round, it’s no surprise that the region has been named Europe’s leading beach destination. The Algarve is one of the


top places to play golf, and whether your clients are experts or teeing off for the first time, there are plenty of world-class golf courses to choose from. Head inland to explore the villages dotted across the Algarve to learn more about its fascinating history. Estoi, for example, has a magnificent palace, while Silves, which sits along the Arade river, is home to an enchanting castle.


Cascais The coastal town of Cascais is a convenient 30-minute drive from Lisbon. With beautiful beaches, a fascinating old town and an impressive marina, there’s plenty for your clients to do. If they want to make the most of the


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winter sun without the sand between their toes, Cascais is also home to some great green spaces so visitors can enjoy a ‘beach in the park’, with social distancing enforced.


Cascais is known for its delicious Portuguese cuisine. Its location also makes it a perfect place to sample some of the country’s best seafood. Just 25 miles north of Cascais is the surfing beach of Ericeira. It’s well worth the stunning drive and diverting into the beautiful Sintra-Cascais National Park, which extends to Europe’s westernmost point Cabo da Roca. The rugged cliffs and sweeping views of the Atlantic make this route one of the best drives in Portugal.


Madeira Nature, sea and lifestyle are three words that encapsulate what the Madeira archipelago is all about. Its stunning coastline,


towering mountains and vast nature reserves mean a winter visit to these islands is a blissful escape. Active walkers will find no shortage of trails to soak up the landscape, and towns and villages to stop off at. Your clients can also take


it slow and book tours at Madeira’s vineyards to sample the unique fortified wines. Christmas in Madeira


is an experience worth recommending. Its festivities and traditions stretching from December to the New Year, including fireworks displays, light shows and more, are nothing short of magical.


of the best activities in the Algarve


1. Ria Formosa National Park


See the largest community of seahorses in the natural environment at the Ria Formosa National Park, where visitors can snorkel and kayak the coastal lagoon.


2. Via Algarviana trail


Walk the Via Algarviana trail stretching 186 miles across the Algarve. Whichever part your clients walk will offer rewarding views of the serene countryside.


3. Eat out


Dine at one of the Algarve’s seven Michelin-starred establishments, where the food can be paired with delicious Portuguese wine.


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PICTURES: ASSINATURA TOURISM BOARD; RUI CUNHA; TURISMO DA MADEIRA; AT ALGARVE


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