Spending time in the busy centre of Lisbon, or Lisboa, often calls for some downtime on the coast. Fortunately, Lisbon offers easy access to some of Portugal's most beautiful beaches, making for a ...

Lisbon is proud to announce that 19 of its beaches have been awarded accessible status under the Praia para Todos (Beach for All) programme. This recognition, granted by the National Institute for ...

With the sun just beginning to rise over the Atlantic, I'm bracing myself to step into cold, crystal clear water when suddenly I see them: a pod of dolphins cuts through the mirror-like surface just ...

Lisbon life in summer is tied to the beach. I don’t think there’s any other city in Europe that has such good beaches within striking distance,and that clarion call of sun, sea, sand and seafood is ...

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As dilemmas go, it can be a tough one. Plotting a break and having to decide between city and beach is a recipe for heated debate, especially for couples with opposing views on what constitutes a ...

Portugal’s long Atlantic coastline offers some of the most beautiful and safe beaches in Europe. From the sun-drenched Algarve to the laid-back Silver Coast and the lively Lisbon area, there’s a sandy ...

Dec. 13—LISBON — Lights on the River returns for its 14th year, running Saturday until Dec. 23. The event will feature more than 40 holiday-themed light displays at Lisbon Beach Campground. Attendees ...