Rediscover Portugal with TAP’s Stopover Scheme

According to INE data earlier this year, Portugal registered 26.5 million guests and 69.5 million overnight stays in 2022, reflecting annual increases of 83.3% and 86.3%. That's quite impressive and is precisely why the latest announcement from TAP Portugal, allowing visitors actually to stay in the country for up to 10 days via their stopover scheme, is a smart move. Customers worldwide get to explore Portugal before reaching their final destination, and today the airline serves over 90 destinations across three continents.

LISBON

Lisbon is an obvious choice, with the Portuguese hub connecting travellers to Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, São Paulo, Natal and more. The capital city continues to rise, hosting large events like the Web Summit and attracting digital nomads and those wanting to immerse in a cultural melting pot. The city is famous for Alfama, Sao Jorge Castle, the Church of Sao Roque hilltop views, LX Factory and tram journeys. Foodies indulge in local Portuguese dishes or more contemporary cuisine at upscale restaurants. The Pena Palace of Sintra is 40 minutes from Lisbon, a must-see for architecture lovers and romantics alike.

We recommend the following places to stay:

AlmaLusa

Dona Graça

Sublime Lisboa

PORTO

Visit Porto, a cool and vibrant city with a beautiful riverside view. Majestic, elegant iron-classed bridges make you feel like a pea in a pod and encourage you to bask in the glory of sublime architecture from yesteryears. It's a fantastic location for enotourism, with the spectacular Douro Valley being a must for wine enthusiasts.

Some fab places to stay include:

Flattered to be in Porto

Design Oporto Flats

ALGARVE

Those seeking nothing more than the beach can head to the Algarve. Here you can find families, couples, and groups. It does attract a wide variety of guests, thanks to the resorts, golf courses, beaches, restaurants, spas and more. Places such as Faro and Olhão are a short ride away.