Adventure lovers can have a unique and unforgettable experience, flying through the air across the Guadiana River between Spain and Portugal. The zipline spans 720 meters (2,362 feet) and connects the two European nations, between Sanlúcar de Guadiana in Spain to Alcoutim in Portugal. Limitezero – the zipline between Spain and Portugal This cross-border zipline...
Nestling on the south bank of the Douro River in Vila Nova de Gaia, the new, five-star Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel offers its guests a unique experience. This combines the heritage of Portugal’s Tivoli Hotels & Resorts and Kopke, the oldest Port wine house in the world, established in 1638. Ultra-Luxurious Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel in the Douro Valley...
It was recently reported that Malaga on the Costa del Sol in Spain has introduced fines under decency laws and now the trend has headed to Albufeira in Portugal. The town’s council has announced fines for those tourists who dress scantily in the streets of the Algarve town. The new laws are likely to affect travelers from the US, UK, Canada, Russia, France, Spain and...
Travel is constantly evolving, with trends like digital nomads, solo travelers and family vacations, and the latest relates to ‘DINK’ couples. These are couples with Dual-Income-No-Kids, who have more money to spare on their vacations. Meanwhile, when it comes to the top 10 getaways worldwide for DINK couples, two locations in Portugal are listed, namely Funchal...
Travelers seeking to prioritize their health and self-care goals in the coming year will be welcomed to the new Reset & Reconnect Retreat at scenic Casa Palmela in Portugal, set to open in February 2025. Meanwhile, the world renowned wellness retreat Ananda in the Himalayas is bringing its team of experts and practitioners to Casa Palmela to offer a four-night...
The dreaded word “overtourism” keeps appearing in headlines for many European destinations, but Portugal is doing something about this. Instead of packing out the popular cities and beaches with wall-to-wall tourists, Portugal aims to create the world’s longest circular hiking route, the 3,000 km (1,864 mi) Palmilhar Portugal (Walking Portugal). Are you up to it? Get...
Since the pandemic, many people have given up on the normal office environment, preferring to become remote workers or digital nomads. One is for those who still have a job with a company, while the other is for freelance entrepreneurs, traveling the world while working. In recent years, many places have been lauded for their digital nomad visas, but some are better...
Lisbon is the cosmopolitan capital of Portugal and is a hilly, coastal city with many attractions. Here, visitors can explore the city’s streets with beautiful, pastel-colored buildings in its old quarter. History can also be explored in the city’s many museums while Lisbon’s modern side can be seen in the Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge. Moreover, the city is a...
Alenquer in the Lisbon District of Portugal is rightfully famous for its annual Nativity Scenes. The event features up to 25 unique Nativity Scenes and this year, the town celebrates the 800th anniversary of the nativity scene. Meanwhile, this year the event opens on November 30 and runs through December 30, 2023. Read on to find out what to expect from this amazing...
Industry leaders from more than 65 countries recently attended the 2023 World Golf Awards. The event was held at the exclusive Radisson Blu Hotel Yas Island and Yas Links Abu Dhabi on October 23. Attendees came from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, North America and Oceania and all gathered for the prestigious event. Most importantly, the title...