The fishing Village and surrounding areas of Ericeira
has plenty to offer those who want to enjoyt a holiday
surfing Europe's white coastline
Incredible beaches to enjoy the 30
degree sunshine most popular being Foz do Lizandro,
Sao julio and Riberia d'ilhas (dont forget to enjoy
the beach bars!!!).
Days can be spent getting lost among the narrow cobblestone
streets, or chilling out in the town cafes
and bars while chatting with the friendly locals.
Spend a few hours enjoying the delicious seafood;
lazying in the sunshine of the outdoor restaurants
and cafes, serving local fish caught that day, and everything
from pizza's, steaks and pasta.
Many surf and fashion shops (Billabong,
Quiksilver store etc.) but watch out for the over supply
of homeware stores - you don't need any of this stuff!
The Tourist Office will be
your best friend and has a list of all the surrounding
Golf courses (including the PGA Championship
course Penha Longa) - www.portugalgolf.pt,
tennis, big game fishing, mountain biking, hiking and
4x4 in the local forest, horse riding, and other water
sports such as kite boarding, wind
surfing and jet skiing.
Dont miss the monastery in Mafra on
your way up from Lisbon, and the cathedral in Sintra
should not be missed, with the summer palace
of the Portuguese old royal family in amongst the interesting
buildings.
The coastal areas West of Cascais
and Estoril have great beaches and
the area is considered the Beverley hills of Lisbon.
Check out this site for more info www.portugalvirtual.pt
Portugal is known for it's great clubs, bars and nightlife
so take you're pick... there's something for everyone.
In Ericeira you have many bars including the popular
La Luna, and the cocktail bar Big
Waves. A beer will cost you €1 and a coffee
50 cent! The second oldest nightclub in Portugal, the
“Ouriço”, is picturesquely located
overlooking the cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean; it stays
open until 7am!
There are an abundance of Restaurants in Ericeira all
offering superb food and drink at very reasonable prices.
You can also get a 30 minute Taxi to Lisbon
and try the nighlife there. The Barrio
Alto district is the main area where you will
find people crowding the streets until the early hours.
Then they head on to nightclubs such as Club W, Lux
and Kapital.
You will find Europe’s largest Casino in the
famous Casino-Estoril. Well worth a
visit and open 24 hours!
You’ll arrive in Lisbon airport and drive 40
minutes north to Ericeira. However the city of seven
hills is a city not to be missed.
For sights and information log on to www.portugalvirtual.pt
Lisboa is a great city to shop in. Prices are less
expensive than any other Western European city.
High street fashion shops can be found
in the Baixa, especially the pedestrianised Rua Augusta
(for clothes, shoes and luxury goods from the likes
of Louis Vuitton and La Perla) and the Chiado and Bairro
Alto (especially Rua Garrett for clothes and linen and
neighbouring streets for ceramics, young designer fashions
and haute couture). Avenida da Liberdade hosts big name
fashion such as Calvin Klein and Emporio Armani.
One stop new shopping malls
are becoming increasingly popular; the best being the
Centro Vasco da Gama, with its own
cinema, restaurants and shops like Zara, Pull and Bear,
Bershka, Mango, Dali, Massimo Dutti. For more info log
on to www.centrovascodagama.pt
Two huge local football teams divide
the city – tickets for Sporting Lisboa or Benfica
can usually be bought on the day at the stadiums.
For info on
the Portuguese league check out footballportugal.com
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