Rick finds sun, seafood, and sleepy fishing villages on Portugal's southern coast.

Cristina Duarte and Maria Jose Cardoso, two guides from Portugal, share the highlights of their country's cuisine, from the seafood along its long Atlantic coast, to the hearty dishes enjoyed in the inland mountains.

Two guides from Lisbon describe the highlights of the Portuguese capital, where there's always time to be friendly and a great view seems to be around every corner.

Rick talks with two experts on Portugal's unusual approach to drug policy, including Vitalino Canas, the architect of Portugal's law dropping criminal penalties against all narcotics users. He explains the intention behind the revamped policy and how it actually worked out in the decade that followed.

Two guides from Lisbon describe what makes Portugal distinctive today and share itinerary suggestions for a country that used to be a colonial powerhouse but is now a bargain "backdoor" destination for travelers wanting to enjoy a Mediterranean-style climate without the crowds.

Tour guide Cristina Duarte gives tips for enjoying the small towns and countryside of Portugal.