PORTUGAL

Start your adventure in Lisbon, the beautiful capital city of Portugal. Colourful tiled buildings and traditional trams winding their way through the streets create a charming backdrop to your family holiday. Explore the historic neighbourhoods of Alfama and Bairro Alto, where ancient castles and lively markets await your discovery.

Next, journey into the countryside to discover charming towns like Sintra, where fairy-tale palaces and lush gardens provide a glimpse into Portugal's royal history. Or, explore the picturesque vineyards of the Douro Valley, where terraced hillsides and winding rivers create a stunning backdrop for wine tasting and scenic cruises.

Portugal is home to a plethora of thrilling waterparks, if you are around the south coast then you could try Slide & Splash in The Algarve or the Aquashow Waterpark. With the freedom of a car hire, you could do a different waterpark every day!

No matter what you decide to do, make sure to try traditional dishes like bacalhau (this salted cod dish can come in a variety of ways and is at the very heart of Portuguese cooking), a bifana (a classic Portuguese pork sandwich), a francesinha, a large toasted sandwich in a spicy sauce from the city of Porto, and pastéis de nata at local restaurants along the way.