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Portugal
Lisbon
We can organise and manage a corporate
event in Lisbon or anywhere in the world. Please contact
us for more information.
Lisbon is Europe's most westerly capital, built on seven hills tucked away far beyond the Pyrenees. All history's conquering and itinerant hordes have found their way here - Phoenicians, Romans, Visigoths, Moors, not to mention the Spaniards and French, while its colonies have brought settlers from Africa, South America, South east Asia and China.
The Portuguese discoveries and the launching of the maritime trade empire made Lisbon a true world capital. The city was destroyed in 1755 by a massive earthquake. The government took the opportunity to rebuild the city from scratch, making one of the greatest changes to the face and character of Lisbon, masterminded by the Prime Minister, the Marquês de
Pombal.
Lisbon today is a most interesting city to visit, with much to offer - dazzling monuments, delightful parks, interesting museums and lively bars and cafes, very good restaurants.
As with large parts of the Iberian Peninsula, extensive and high quality golf courses and facilities are driving development around Lisbon and to a lesser extent in the Algarve.
Lisbon is the centre of the conference and events market in Portugal and it offers wonderful opportunities for activities like sailing, 4 x 4 driving in the Sintra Range, climbing and mountain biking.
The Algarve meanwhile offers a great option for more modest budgets and whenever selected always exceeds expectations. Vilamora is a key centre with bustling nightlife, the biggest marina in Portugal and hotels that offer splendid value.
Good air connections and growing sophistication make Portugal a destination that is growing in popularity.
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