Hiking in Portugal

What to do in Douro Valley in Spring?

If you are planning your trip abroad, Douro valley, in Spring, is an option that you should consider. This unique region won't let you down. But, what to do? Well, the possibilities are not endless...

Hiking in Douro Valley

This experience is a walking tour through the vineyards, olive grove, almond trees and pines (to give us a bit of shade!) of the Douro. At the end of the walk, have a picnic with homemade food and...

Walking in Madeira

If you are a keen walker, beware of walking the "levadas" in Madeira. Whilst the scenery is great, the routes are flat and narrow, and you often end up behind slow old people, and you don't get...

Mescla Restaurant – Where Tradition Meets Innovation in Porto, Portugal

Tucked away along a string of buildings, a newer establishment, Mescla Restaurant is a hidden gem that perfectly blends Portuguese tradition with global influences. We found this restaurant by...

Cockburn’s Port Lodge – A Journey Through Time and Flavor

My husband and I enjoy a glass of port now and then, but we had never visited a port house or done a port tasting and guided tour in Portugal. We decided it was time to remedy that. If you're a wine...

Spending Time in the Palácio do Freixo in Porto, Portugal

Facing the banks of the Douro River, the Palácio do Freixo is a national monument that tastefully combines the modern comforts of a 5-star hotel with the elaborate grandeur and detail of...