# Day 5 - 1872 RIVER HOUSE, PORTO It was late in the morning and I arrived at Porto-Campanhã ...
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For those who seek solace in the great outdoors, Portugal offers an array of enchanting walkways...
Some of you might be avid independent hikers, but some of you prefer to have things nicely...
Douro is one of the most beautiful Portuguese regions. Its natural beauty, made up of vineyards...
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A country house in the Alentejo, with centennial gardens and cedar woods
“A reinterpretation of the Algarve lifestyle, with the perfect integration of its emblematic e...
A eco farm hotel b etween the Douro Valley and the Alvão Nature Reserve
"Life is good, but wine is better" - Fernando Pessoa
In the heart of the mountain and in the middle of nature, welcome to this haven of tranquillity and...
“A true haven in the rural heart of the Eastern Algarve.”
In the heart of Minho, enjoy a unique "Quinta", fulfilled with dreams, wines and hectares to lose...
"A lovely destination at Ribeira do Porto, with the Douro River as its background"
Between the quiet of the mountains
In the middle of the most authentic Alentejo
A perfect nature getaway Farmouse
The perfect symbiosis between countryside and sea
A nature retreat in an authentic country house
A sustainable and eco-conscious small retreat overlooking the Alentejo landscape
"A legendary farm in the heart of Douro region combining the most distinguished nectars with the...
"An authentic and genuine experience in a historical house and in a schist village"
Herdade dos Castelejos is located in the picturesque village of Monte Guerreiro, in a unique...
"The lovely Herdade do Touril, in the Alentejo Coast invites you to enjoy your stay among nature...
"In a quiet 10 minute walk, between a creek and stone pine trees, we reach the beautiful Praia...
"An enchanting location with the Douro River as its background"
Minimalist but full of charm, TheVagar is a new concept that pays tribute to nature and well-being...
“A charming hotel on the margins of Douro river”
Casa Lata , located in the heart of Minho, combines the tradition of an old farmhouse with modern...
"Where the silence makes time stand still"
Dazzle with beautiful beaches and the views to the Atlantic
A unique rural getaway in the heart of Peneda Gerês National Park!
"A charming rustic refuge just a few steps from Évora"
"A timeless place on Costa Vicentina that invites you to a memorable experience through its nooks...
"An authentic retreat that rests in a magical place like Comporta. An immersive cultural experience...
Between the countryside and the ocean
The charm of the Alentejo, between Monsaraz and Alqueva
The balance between rustic and modern in a 19th-century house
A "village" between the countryside and the sea
A house where you feel at home
Wrap your senses in the vineyard and wine
In the centre of Porto, with the wonderful river Douro as background
On a Country side flair with enchanted tales…
Unrivaled tranquility, imbued in nature
A charming country house in the heart of Alentejo
"A romantic boutique hotel with a timeless and classical refinement"
"In the heart of Central Alentejo, a Country-Chic refuge where you can hear the silence"
"Herdade da Corte, an appeal to laziness…"
"With a mill in the background, an inspiring corner in the heart of Serra da Malcata"
"In Minho, where you truly rest"
"A true “Quinta Alentejana“ in a real family environment"
"In the heart of Lagos, between its walls, there is a place filled with tradition and modernity."
Between the vineyards and the beautiful river Douro!
Sleep in the historic village of Marialva, between Douro and Serra da Gardunha
A luxury holiday home in Pico, inserted in the landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture.
Between the forest and the Ocean, a place to feel calmness
Located on the banks of the Douro River, it's one of the most beautiful farms in the region
A Glamping Experiences in Azores, immersed in nature!
Azores - untouched, authentic and natural
A true connection with mother nature
A magical place to disconnect from the world, to the sound of shearwaters and the sea.
Under a sky full of stars experience the intimate and authentic Alentejo. This is a place to relax...
A cool & relaxed place , right in the center of Funchal.
"A charming destination in the heart of Serra da Estrela and a gateway to explore the most...
Quinta das Lavandas is a small farm hotel based on sustainable principles and with a soft scent of...
"Quinta do Marvão is a little retreat in the heart of Serra de São Mamede, where nature and t...
“A romantic boutique hotel with a timeless and classical refinement”.
"An old-school village with a very relaxing flair"
"This touristic village in the heart of Odeceixe, offers the best of the Algarve with a taste of...
"Sleep in a place that once was a 1936 grocery store and have an experience marked by the sea and...
The Algarve of the olds days in a contemporary setting
The sea as a backdrop and the forest as a surrounding environment
The tranquillity on the hillside of Serra da Lousã
Feel at home overlooking the Ribatejo countryside on a secular farm!
A paradise in the heart of Alentejo
Stay in a former convent that today is a boutique hotel!
A hidden gem house within the castle walls
Country life in the Algarve
A true tribute to the Azores
Traditional Madeira lifestyle with a touch of luxury
Above and beyond simplicity in the Douro region
Live and be part of an authentic reconstructed village
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"The most beautiful roads in Portugal - by the wine region of Douro."
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“What we all need in life is love, love, love…love is all we need!”
“Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.” – Ruth Reichl
"Come witness what has always been our country’s faith: the Sea!"
“What we all need in life is love, love, love…love is all we need!”
"The best way to know a country is by learning about its gastronomy. You will love Portugal at...
Enjoy the very best of Portugal on a sustainable way!
Stairways and suspended bridges, in a lush green scenario.
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"Let your journey be driven, wave after wave."
"Family moments today, will be precious memories tomorrow".
Feel good running in the Douro region
Run in Porto and get the best of the city
Catch some waves and connect yourself to the sea
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Madeira, a paradise for nature and food lovers, right in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean!
A multi-activity family holiday in Portugal, specially curated for kids and parents that like to...
Be amazed by this three Lisbon F amily Wine Es tates and discover Sintra H isto...
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Discover Alentejo’s charm with wine-making, cork harvesting and historical Évora.
"Portugal’s Most Scenic Routes - Driving along southwest Portugal’s coast."
"Douro’s beauty is the result of the perfect harmony between the natural surroundings and men i...
Share the passion for food & wine in Algarve
Pedal next to the river Tâmega and be dazzled by the diversity of the landscape along the way
Walk through heritage and nature together with a cooking workshop in Alentejo
Walk along the old historic Douro railway line that crossed between Porto and Paris.
Heritage Food Tour in Lisbon & Surroundings
Heritage Food tour in Lisbon, Alentejo & Algarve
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