The world has a great many top-tier beaches, but Portugal easily sweeps the competition. With over 1,000 miles of shoreline its beaches aren’t just great go-tos for swimming, surfing or sunbathing.

From the famed beaches of the Algarve to the sun-soaked islands of the Azores, Portugal is home to an array of breathtaking shorelines just waiting to be explored. But with so many stunning ...

From historic landmarks to scenic coastlines, explore the highlights that make Portugal one of Europe’s most inspiring ...

From the world-famous Algarve region to the preserved beaches of the Alentejo and jaw-dropping Madeira, the island known as Europe's Hawaii, Portugal is truly a haven for beach-goers. When it ...

Here are ten must-do activities that ... of Portugal The Algarve (pictured at top), Portugal's southernmost region, is renowned for its breathtaking beaches, dramatic cliffs, and secluded coves.

All beaches in the Azores are free and don't have set hours, though you should not venture into the water ever at night. For more information, visit Portugal's tourism board's website. Azores ...

Below, with the help of national tourist offices and beach lovers in the know, we've compiled Europe's top ten ... beaches or north for rockier coves. 10. Praia da Ingrina, Algarve, Portugal ...