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You'll never fall into tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. Doing so is like having a trusted friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. That's because our guidebooks, unlike those of many competitors, are written by resident experts -- like Paul Ames, a highly respected, Portugal-based travel journalist and the author of Frommer's Portugal. In this proudly opinionated book he will help you sort through all the options so you can tailor a vacation that's right for you. Inside this book you'll find: Savvy advice for avoiding crowds as you explore some of Portugal's greatest gems, from Lisbon's Alfama to the beaches of the Algarve to the Palcio Nacional de Sintra to the port-tasting rooms of Porto -- plus tips for navigating the country's lovely but less-traveled corners, such as Trs-os-Mantes and the Minho Where to discover the absolute best seafood in Lisbon, the tastiest fruit in Alcobaa, and the finest wines in the Douro Valley Insightful commentary on Portugal's dazzling array of architectural masterpieces, like the Gothic Mosteiro de Santa Maria da Vitria in Alcobaa and the Baroque Palcio Nacional de Queluz Opinionated reviews -- no bland descriptions or lukewarm recommendations here.