Portugal is much more than just port wine and pasteis de nata (custard tarts), but both are deserving of a taste. It also has beautiful scenery, historic castles, and stunning coastlines. It is a nation with a long history, vibrant cities, and charming elegance. Portugal has been a global superpower since the 15th century and is now one of the oldest nations in Europe. It was also the site of the world's first global empire. Because of the country's small size, you can spend the morning strolling through the picturesque vineyards of the Douro Valley, lunch in Lisbon enjoying bacalhau (cod) and ginjinha (morello cherry liqueur), and evening watching the sunset over the cliffs at Praia do Camilo beach in Lagos. Portugal enlivens the spirit and pleases the senses.