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Dolphin Watching in the Sado Estuary

Saturday, 05 September 2009 16:08

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Tour operator Vertigem Azul is offering tourists the chance of a close-up view of the rare bottlenose dolphins in the Sado estuary, south of Lisbon. Guided boat tours along the picturesque Arrábida coast and into the estuary operate throughout the year, with snorkeling stopovers included during the summer months. Trips last for three hours and cost 30 euros for adults and 20 euros for children, subject to a minimum of eight passengers. Set between the Tróia Peninsula and the fishing port of Setúbal, the Sado is home to approximately thirty bottlenose dolphins, some up to 13 feet in length. The surrounding area is a nature reserve with much to see in the way of wildlife and a wide variety of flora and fauna, including the famous storks that can often be seen nesting majestically at the top of electricity pylons.
 

Lonely Planet Names Portuguese Beach and Lisbon as one of the World’s Best

Friday, 14 August 2009 15:29

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The new Lonely Planet Travel with Children: Your Complete Resource has just been published its "Top 10" list for beach holidays includes Tavira, in the Algarve as one of the top destinations for families looking for a beach vacation. And, the book names Lisbon as one of the Top 10 City Breaks. The book's emphasis on international travel may seem somewhat exotic to Americans who are less familiar with destinations outside North America and Europe, but it stresses the value of world travel for kids.  Lonely Planet founders Tony and Maureen Wheeler traveled often with their children from the time they were babies. So, Travel with Children offers advice on how to minimize problems by picking the right destinations, remaining flexible, and involving kids in planning and problem-solving.
 

City of Porto welcomes new Oceanarium this summer

Friday, 22 May 2009 18:53

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The Sea Life Center in the city of Porto will open for business in June, 2009 with 6,000 marine animals on show. The animals represent 100 different species.  The oceanarium is divided in 12 sections, with a total of 750,000 liters of water.  It is located next to Parque da Cidade in the city.
 

Outdoor Fun at Monte Selvagem

Wednesday, 13 May 2009 16:49

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South of Lisbon, in Lavre, just north of the Alentejo town of Montemor-o-Novo, Monte Selvagem is a 20-hectare animal reserve that operates as a leisure park with the focus on family fun and wildlife education. Besides the spectacle of a variety of animals, of which there are many, visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk along the reserve's path and/or take the half-hour tractor ride to see the animals in their semi-natural environment. Other facilities include a terrace bar where light meals are served, a popular picnic area, hot-weather showers and free parking. Monte Selvagem's opening hours are from 10am until 7pm during the summer and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. in winter. Admission to the reserve costs €11 for adults and €8.50 for kids, or €32 for a family of four.
 

Orbitur campgrounds offer affordable amenities

Monday, 11 May 2009 18:22

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Heading to Europe to sleep under the stars isn’t just for college kids anymore. Orbitur’s collection of 23 campsites across Portugal offer affordable access to some of the country’s top destinations. Orbitur campgrounds can be found along Portugal’s Silver Coast, most with beach access, and a few in historic inland cities like Évora and Elvas. For about 30 Euros a night, Orbitur guests have access to a number of amenities important to vacationing families, such as an on-site restaurant, swimming pool, launderette, children’s playground and first-aid office. Orbitur campsites also offer equipment rental for those who travel light, including tents, caravans, bungalows and mobile homes. Though most are open year-round, some sites are seasonal. http://www.orbitur.com/en_Home1.html
 

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