Between editions of Rick Steves guidebooks are thousands of scribbled field notes from Rick and a handful of researchers, who methodically visit landmarks, restaurants, hotels, and everything in between to make sure our information is accurate and up to date. And the notes are in for Rick Steves Portugal! Available now, this book’s 13th edition includes updated tips for exploring the farmers market (Mercado da Vila), recommendations for navigating trolley routes and tuk-tuk regulations, and how

Portugal has an oversized history, fascinating culture, and boatloads of sardines. Saving the capital city of Lisbon for another episode, we'll dance on the beach at Nazaré, marvel at a medieval abbey in Batalha, visit a royal library and revel with university students in Coimbra, savor port wine with the people who made it along the Douro River, and get to know Portugal's gritty and fascinating second city, Porto. | Rick Steves' Europe

Our latest free talk, “Portugal,” features travel expert Rich Earl. Rich describes Portugal's top stops — from lively Lisbon to second city Porto, from college town Coimbra to rustic Évora, and from the vineyards of the Douro Valley to the beaches of the Algarve — and explains practical travel skills for visiting Portugal, including advice on eating, sleeping, getting around, and more. You can stream the whole thing right here — or watch it one chapter at a time at www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-