As small coastal towns go, Cascais is a pretty town especially at night. In 2018 we travelled to Nice, Antibes, Cannes and Monaco and spent really an enjoyable time in the towns there. France has the Cote Azur - the playground for the rich and believe me, they are very glamorous and touristy.
Canne in particular is one town I don't like, its vibe is too flashy and in your face rich.
Too ostentatious and obnoxious for me.
Portugal's coastal towns are somewhat more down to earth and they have more local tourists. The dining is far more Portuguese than the French coastal towns where there are many international chains of hotels. The natural wonders such as the steep cliffs facing the Atlantic Ocean as well as the raw Boca de Inferno plus Baco de Roca, Praio de Guincho and the sights further up north only refinforce Portugal's potential to be one of the top tourist destinations in the world in the coming decades.
The town of Cascais is easily seen by foot and while there are suburbs in the north, the coast town itself is pretty and during winter, it is deserted, which suits us just fine.We loved the seafood, the egg tarts (Portuguese egg tarts are world famous), the people seem more friendly than the Spaniards and dining is relatively cheaper than in Spain.
It is my dream one day to cycle the coast with my friend and see the length up and down of Portugal.Now that would be a Massive Tick off my Bucket List.
Carpe Diem.
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