If your journey to Portugal starts in Lisbon then think about staying in Cascais. Cascais and Estoril are Lisbon’s beach playground. And with shops restaurants and night life to keep you busy. Cascais is the gateway to the mystical Sintra. Some of the best golf courses in Europe are at your doorstep. Situated at the mouth of the mighty Tejo Cascais is just a 40 minute train trip to downtown Lisbon. Play Cascais.