Category: Portugal

5 of the best luxury Algarve resorts for couples

5 of the best luxury Algarve resorts for couples

By on May 15, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 1486 times

If you are feeling frazzled and in need of a some quality time with your other half, the Algarve can be an ideal option for a luxury break. Whether you want a relaxing spa resort or a country retreat, this is the ideal place to take it easy in total luxury. With so many options [...]

3 of the best luxury Algarve resorts for families

3 of the best luxury Algarve resorts for families

By on May 04, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Western Europe   - Read 2789 times

When it comes to choosing family holidays, there is plenty to consider – from picking the perfect area, to finding the most suitable accommodation. The Algarve – the southernmost region of mainland Portugal – has a great range of resorts to choose from and the following are some of the best in the area. Monte [...]

Interview with Paul Joseph, Co-Founder of Health and Fitness Travel

Interview with Paul Joseph, Co-Founder of Health and Fitness Travel

By on Apr 25, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Celebrities, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Health & Safety, Hotels, India, Interviews, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Saint Lucia, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 2230 times

Paul Joseph is Co-founder of Health and Fitness Travel, experts in tailor-made healthy holidays worldwide. He searches for the rare and hidden gems around the world and puts together exclusive and trend-setting holidays for those who would like to improve or maintain their health and fitness whilst on holiday. As well as a love of [...]

Conrad Algarve hosts Cristina Bergoglio exhibition

Conrad Algarve hosts Cristina Bergoglio exhibition

By on Apr 05, 2013 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 1966 times

Whilst the Algarve is renowned for golden sandy beaches and premier golf courses, the area has plenty of culture on offer too.  The ArtCatto Gallery in Loulé is currently presenting the work of the painter and architect Cristina Bergoglio at the Conrad Algarve Hotel in Quinta do Lago, Portugal. Argentine artist Cristina creates mixed media cityscapes, that [...]

The top 5 luxury villas in the Algarve

The top 5 luxury villas in the Algarve

By on Mar 28, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Portugal, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 2501 times

Glass of Champagne in hand, you step through the large glass doors onto your private terrace gazing out across the acres of lush countryside that surround your villa. Later you take a prime spot on the sun lounger beside your infinity pool to soak up the hot summer sunshine. Then, as the sun sets in [...]

Top 10 places in Europe to visit this Easter

Top 10 places in Europe to visit this Easter

By on Mar 16, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Featured, France, Greece, Hotels, Italy, Middle East, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 11988 times

Looking for inspiration on what to do or where to go this Easter? Then look no further! We’ve saved you the legwork by compiling 10 great ideas for a luxury European break during the festive season. Perhaps you’d like to experience a traditional Spanish Easter celebration or wish to find somewhere with guaranteed skiing this [...]

Interview with Ana Silva O’Reilly of mrsoaroundtheworld.com

Interview with Ana Silva O’Reilly of mrsoaroundtheworld.com

By on Mar 11, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Celebrities, China, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Interviews, Netherlands, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Spain, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 4609 times

With a degree in Business Studies and a Henley Business School MBA, Ana Silva O’Reilly developed her career in strategic marketing management as Marketing Director for Portugal, Spain and Turkey with global commercial real estate consultant Cushman & Wakefield. She is also a New York University alumni (NYU), having graduated from its Social Media Strategy [...]

Top 5 luxury honeymoon destinations in Europe

Top 5 luxury honeymoon destinations in Europe

By on Feb 21, 2013 in Europe, France, Greece, Honeymoons, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 4004 times

Your wedding may be one of the most special days of your life, but make no mistake – if there’s a time that’s really all about you and your new partner, it’s your honeymoon. Now that you’re finally free of hectic plans and schedules, it’s time to relax, rejuvenate, and spend some blissful time together [...]

New luxury escape on Portugal’s Estoril coast

New luxury escape on Portugal’s Estoril coast

By on Feb 18, 2013 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Honeymoons, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe   - Read 2388 times

The Forte is a unique and entirely private escape found at The Oitavos, a modern five-star luxury hotel located just 20 minutes west of Lisbon with far reaching views over the West Atlantic coastline. Built in the heart of the secluded The Oitavos Dunes golf course in the Sintra Cascais National Park, The Forte is [...]

The top 10 wine destinations to visit in 2013

The top 10 wine destinations to visit in 2013

By on Jan 14, 2013 in Africa, Australia, Austria, Brazil, California, Europe, Food and Drink, Italy, New York, North America, Oceania, Oregon, Portugal, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 9943 times

France is not going to be happy. Remember our ’5 best wine destinations’ post a few months back?  Well, France – often regarded as one of the best wine producers in the world – was excluded from that TripAdvisor list.  And now they’ve been snubbed again, this time by Wine Enthusiast, who have declared the [...]

The top 5 places for a holiday home in 2013

The top 5 places for a holiday home in 2013

By on Jan 08, 2013 in Accommodation, Asia, Austria, Barbados, Business Travel, Caribbean, China, Europe, Family Travel, Hong Kong, Portugal, Real Estate, Regions, Spain, Western Europe   - Read 9056 times

Sometimes going away for two weeks just isn’t enough. Sometimes we find that perfect luxury holiday destination that makes us want to live there. This selection of 5 great places to buy a holiday home contains something for everyone, whether you are looking for a beach villa on a white sand beach, a relaxing place [...]

Luxury in Lisbon: the Altis Prime Hotel

Luxury in Lisbon: the Altis Prime Hotel

By on Jan 08, 2013 in Accommodation, Business Travel, Europe, Hotels, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 2796 times

Lisbon is coming of age. Its former malaise has been dispelled by the vibrant post-Salazar generation, and the Altis Prime, Lisbon’s newest boutique aparthotel, is seeking to capitalize on the new brand of modernity emanating from Portugal’s charismatic capital. Resplendent with 78 suites (ranging from studios to the exclusive penthouse), this sizzling hot hotel, dazzles [...]

The best ways to sea in the New Year around the world

The best ways to sea in the New Year around the world

By on Nov 07, 2012 in Australia, Brazil, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Leisure Travel, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 5919 times

The New Year is cause for great celebrations as people ring out the old and ring in the new, with cities across the world celebrating in style with parties and huge fireworks displays. Some of the best displays can be seen in Madeira, Sydney and Rio, with the best view being available from a ship [...]

Top 10 places you won’t find on Google Maps

Top 10 places you won’t find on Google Maps

By on Oct 28, 2012 in Alaska, Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Japan, Kuwait, Middle East, Netherlands, New York, North America, North Korea, Portugal, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 4951 times

I stumbled upon this video recently, and thought it was rather interesting, so am sharing it here even though there’s no obvious luxury angle. Since even Nevada’s much-talked about Area 51 can be found on Google Maps (though admittedly, much of the operations there probably take place underground), it’s interesting to see what places are hidden. [...]

A stag weekend of water-based fun in Portugal

A stag weekend of water-based fun in Portugal

By on Sep 21, 2012 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 1452 times

Portugal may not top your list of locales for a luxurious stag weekend abroad. But with so many exclusive, water-based activities, you should head to the province of Algarve for a fabulous stag do. You’ll live it up with your mates in the crystal clear blue waters and wide sandy beaches of this expansive province [...]

Meet the Geres, Portugal’s vibrant National Park

Meet the Geres, Portugal’s vibrant National Park

By on Jul 15, 2012 in Europe, Portugal, Regions, Western Europe   - Read 659 times

This article serves a double purpose: to show that luxury holidays needn’t be forbiddingly expensive, and also to introduce a precious destination in Portugal that not many international travelers are aware of. Here, you will learn about the only National Park in Portugal: the Geres. A bit of geographical context, to begin with; even though [...]

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