Whether it’s the beautiful beaches of the Algarve, world-class golf, or fantastic wine and cuisine you’re looking for, Portugal has it all in spades.

For a classic Portuguese resort holiday, head to the Algarve resorts of Vale de Lobo, Vilamoura, and Albufeira. These bustling, great value beach areas are all easy to get to from Faro’s international airport where you can pick up cheap car hire in Portugal. There are a massive range of activities on offer for kids, and lovely restaurants, beaches, golf courses and wines for adults.

Faro, also has some good architecture and a few museums that are worth spending some time exploring. The Algarve has some fantastic seafood, which you can enjoy in the picturesque little towns off the beaten path as well as at the main resorts.

If you fancy a bit of city bustle, Portugal’s capital Lisbon has some beautiful 16th century architecture and has kept some of its original feautures such as cobblestone streets and traditional tiled walls in Baixa and Alfama.

Those searching for culture won’t find Portugal lacking; its rich maritime and colonial history ensures there is wonderful architecture and buildings such as the historic, spectacular Mosteiro dos Jerónimos. Lisbon also provides some decent museums and art galleries.

To experience the Portuguese countryside it’s worth taking a trip in the wine regions by car hire in Portugal, and the Duoro Valley is also a great slice of rural Portugal. You can explore the city of Porto by car rental, where the famous beverage port is made, which has some interesting sights and surrounding areas.