For those of you who are not quite sure what the term Slow Travel means, it’s about taking the time to explore a place in depth rather than rushing around, ticking off ‘must sees’ from a packed itinerary....
There are more than enough reasons to visit the oldest Portuguese town. Choose from its museums or rich history and don’t forget the local cuisine and the lagoons just outside Ponte de Lima. Besides, this town is also one of the...
The north of Portugal is a truly beautiful and varied destination that never fails to enchant its visitors....
Going on a hiking or cycling holiday in a different country can feel a bit intimidating. This is especially true when there's a different culture and language - or more than one, like in the Camino de Santiago. When you...
If you’ve ever heard of the Douro Valley in Portugal, you’ll probably know that it is home to a unique wine region that’s famous for producing port wine. What you may not know is that within the Douro wine region,...
Tucked away in the north-eastern part of Portugal there are two special protected areas that literally take you thousands, if not millions, of years back in time. What with rock formations created long before dinosaurs roamed the Earth and Paleolithic...
The pandemic, and the need to keep our social distance, has increased the demand for outdoor holidays in areas of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. These are just the type of experiences we are experts at: immersive, self-guided holidays...
The truth, however, is that travel can make a positive impact. Even now, with a pandemic and a climate emergency, it's possible to travel in a sustainable and responsible way. The big question is, what steps can we take to...
There are several proven benefits to spending time in nature, especially when you add a little bit of adventure to the mix. If the thought of going on a hike is enough to make you feel tired, take a deep breath...
A unique Holy Year Has Camino de Santiago been on your bucket list? For the first time ever, the Pope has announced the extension of this Holy Year throughout 2022. This is the first time when the Jubilee will last for...