The island, a Portuguese territory, is only 35 miles long, but its mountains are laced with scenic trails, tumbling cascades ...

Offering everything from honeyed sands and rock-carved tunnels to shady pines and island coves, these are some of the best under-the-radar beaches that Portugal has to offer.

Azores Airline Airbus A321 LR. The Portuguese carrier began providing non-stop transatlantic service from New York (JFK) to Portugal's Madeira Island in November 2021. The signers of the Declaration ...

LISBON, Portugal – Officials say a major forest fire in Portugal's Madeira Islands has destroyed at least six homes and forced the evacuation of more than 200 people. Meanwhile, cooler overnight ...

Are there any lakes in Portugal? While Portugal is famous for its stunning coastline and sun-soaked beaches, the country also ...

The Azores Islands are a nature-lover's paradise. The nine islands, which sit in the Atlantic Ocean, off of Portugal's west coast, offer an abundance of natural wonders. Mathieu Stern spent two weeks ...

correctionThe original version of this story incorrectly reported that Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta was the first Pentagon chief to visit Portugal in more than three decades. Defense Secretary ...