Many Portugal road trip itineraries only make it as far north as the lovely (yet undeniably touristy) city of Porto. Don’t make this mistake. Continue on a bit further and you’ll discover the historic region of Minho Portugal. Here, rolling vineyards, charming towns, and golden sand beaches combine to set the scene for a romantic […]

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The Douro Valley immediately shot to the top of our travel bucket list the moment we decided to celebrate our six-year anniversary in Portugal. Luckily, this spectacular wine region did not disappoint—not did the ultra-luxurious hotel The Vintage House.      From the rolling green hills to the rushing Douro River to the lush vineyards […]

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  It’s no secret that, given our travel lifestyle, we’ve stayed in countless hotels, hostels, resorts and apartments of all shapes, sizes and prices around the world. Throughout this time, we’ve learned that our favorite kind of accommodation is the small luxury hotel. The type of place that’s more like a friend’s guesthouse than a […]

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The Douro Valley makes a dramatic first impression. With its rolling green hills, a mighty river, and lush vineyards and olive groves, it’s hard to imagine a better backdrop for sipping fine Douro Valley wines. The world’s oldest demarcated wine region, Douro Valley wines are extraordinary—despite the unmerciful environment in which they grow. Yes, the […]

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Portugal knows how to pack a punch. From its spectacular beaches and surf culture to its captivating history and culture to its dynamic food and wine scene, a Portugal road trip promises a rewarding vacation for travelers of all sorts and sensibilities.  Sure, Portugal might be small in size, but don’t let that fool you. […]

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  I took this photo on one of our hikes on the Algarve Coast in Portugal. The coast is breathtaking and it is just one of those hidden gems you don’t hear much about. Hiking is amazing here and you have all this beauty to yourself. Celia writes the blog Nomadic Danes with her boyfriend […]

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