With three thousand hours of sun per year and warm waters, there are beaches along its 200km length to suit every taste, and many dreamy resorts.
Is Portugal expensive in the summer?
Summer months are the most crowded and expensive in the coastal areas. Beach towns (such as Nazaré and along the Algarve) are packed with vacationers in July and especially in August — when rates go sky-high and it can be tough to find a room.
Is Portugal worth visiting in summer?
Is Portugal or Croatia better for vacation?
You'll get similar weather on both countries, and also good food (in different styles of course). Marine outdoor activities might be more atractive in Croatia if you like islands, but this will not be cheap. Wine is definitely better in Portugal, with winnery sceneries and wine tasting tours as a bonus.
Which is better Greece or Portugal?
People in Greece are far more friendly than the Portuguese, who are for the most part quite formal. If you like ruins, Greece is the place to go. Portugal in the Lisbon-Sintra area has tons of still-standing history as well as beautiful countryside.