While Portugal is not nearly as hot as Spain (except in the Alentejo region), an air-conditioned room is worth it in summer. In the off-season (roughly November–March), expect shorter …

Feb 17, 2025 · I would pick Spain or France by themselves, or Spain for 10 days and Portugal for 5 days. Add a day in there for transit. 10 days for Spain would give you perhaps three cities to …

Though Spain can be brutally hot in the summer, winters can be bitter cold in the interior (and very rainy on the coast), and spring and fall can be surprisingly crisp. Off-season, roughly …

Jan 14, 2024 · You're going to run into heat in Spain, especially from Madrid south. Be sure your lodgings are air conditioned; that's not a place to skimp. In the absence of special events, I'd …

Printed on tough, water-resistant paper The perfect map for Spain and Portugal pre-trip planning Designed by travelers Includes freeways and main train lines Madrid, Barcelona, other city …

Sep 11, 2018 · In two weeks you can hit a few of the great stops in Spain, or you can do a better job of seeing the high spots of Portugal. If Andalucía remains on the itinerary, I urge you to …

Aug 20, 2023 · Consider visiting Portugal and southern Spain or possibly France and northern Spain to truly enjoy yourselves. Take a look at the various itineraries that are offered on this …

To help you get started, I've listed my top picks for where to go in Portugal, and my plan for your best two-week trip. Depending on the length of your trip, assuming you're using public …

Algarve Portugal's sunny southern coast, strung with the simple fishing village of Salema, the historic "end of the road" of Cape Sagres, the beach-party town of Lagos, and friendly Tavira.

Feb 1, 2021 · I would opt for May, early June or September when the weather should be ok and daylight hours are longer. The major cities are busy year round. April means Easter, which will …