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The publisher says: Who but Rick Steves can tell travelers the best way to visit Lisbon, the Algarve, Salema, Évora, Coimbra, Nazare, and Obidos? With Rick Steves' Portugal, travelers can experience the best of everything Portugal has to offer -- economically and hassle-free. Completely revised and updated, this guide includes opinionated coverage of both famous and lesser-known sights, friendly places to eat and sleep, suggested day plans, walking tours and trip itineraries, and clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot. America's #1 authority on travel to Europe, Rick offers time-tested recommendations for safe and enjoyable travel in Europe that have been used by millions of Americans in search of their own unique European travel experience.

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Title: Rick Steves' Portugal (4th edition)
Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing
Pub. date: April 28, 2008
Paperback; 320 pages
List price: $18.95
ISBN-10: 1566919665
ISBN-13: 978-1566919661

The publisher says: The Michelin Guides offer a selection of the best hotels and restaurants in every price category. These establishments are chosen by a team of full-time inspectors with a professional background in the industry. They cover every corner of the countries, visiting new establishments as well as testing the quality and consistency of the hotels and restaurants already listed in the guide.

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Title: Espagna & Portugal 2008
Publisher: Michelin Travel Publications
Pub. date: Jan. 15, 2008
Paperback; 1127 pages
List price: $26.00
ISBN-10: 2067129872
ISBN-13: 978-2067129870

The publisher says: Come along with Frommer's as we explore the highlights and hidden pleasures of Portugal, one of Europe's best bargain destinations. We'll show you the best of Lisbon, including the winding alleyways of the Alfama, before heading off into the countryside, where you'll stay in historic pousadas and enjoy pristine beaches, golf by the sea, castles, ceramics, port wine, fado clubs, medieval villages and more. Frommer's makes it easy to explore Portugal as an independent traveler, always knowing that you have good advice, complete information, and helpful maps at your fingertips.

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Title: Portugal (20th edition)
Publisher: Frommer's
Pub. date: Feb. 26, 2008
Authors: Darwin Porter, Danforth Prince
Paperback; 448 pages
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 0470181869
ISBN-13: 978-0470181867