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Guide to Portugal

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When to Go

Portugal is warmest from June through September. However, it’s wise to avoid August, when the Portuguese take their annual holidays, and resorts are full.

Where to Stay

Tivoli Palácio de Seteais 10 Rue Barbosa do Bocage, Sintra; 351-21/953-3200; www.tivolihotels.com; doubles from $263.

Bussaco Palace Hotel Mata do Bussaco, Lusa; 351-23/193-7970; www.almeidahotels.com; doubles from $222.

Estalagem Azevedo dos Leitões Rue São Domingos, Pedrulha; 351-23/120-9800; doubles from $80.

Where to Eat

O Caneira 171 Avda. General Barnabé A. Ferreira, Negrais; 351-21/967-0905; dinner for two $27.

Restaurant Pedro dos Leitões Rua Alvaro Pedro, Sernadelo; 351-23/120-9950; dinner for two $40.

Rei dos Leitões 17 Avda. da Restauração, Mealhada; 351-23/120-2093; dinner for two $40.

What to Do

Palácio Nacional de Mafra Mafra; 351-26/181-7550; www.ippar.pt/english.

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