The CS Madeira Atlantic Resort & Sea SPA is now VidaMar Resort. Changed the name, but space continues to offer all the conditions that the designation Resort implies. Overlooking the sea and unavoidable presence on the South coast of the island, the hotel is only five minutes from Funchal city centre and 18 km from the international airport of Madeira. Surrounded by a magnificent garden area, the two buildings of contemporary architecture favour the use of natural light in all public areas. Over the Sea stands an Ocean platform where Tower four saltwater outdoor pools, bar, restaurant, terrace, among other …

Downtown Porto, with streets almost entirely dedicated to commerce, is an authentic open-air shopping center. The center of all this excitement is Rua de Santa Catarina, every day invaded by a sea of people, looking for something to buy or just to walk around. It is in Baixa (Downtown) that you can also find the oldest and most typical cafés and pastry shops in Porto, which were once the scene of lively gatherings. Café Majestic, Confeitaria Ateneia and Café A Brasileira are a good example. With the day almost over and the shops closed, the entertainment moves to the theaters …

Quinta do Convento da Franqueira, situated in Barcelos, is a space of turismo de habitação installed in a former Franciscan convent from the 16th century. From here you can see a beautiful landscape that spans from the Gerês to the sea. The main House has four guest rooms, but who seek an accommodation with kitchen may stay in the apartment of the cloister, which is located on the ground floor. The Gate House, totally independent of the main house offers visitors more privacy in their fourteen acres of private grounds, visitors will find the lush fields and gardens of Franqueira …

In the 10th century, the Countess Mumadona had a monastery built on her estate. The fact that it was the target of intense Moorish attacks meant that a fortress was built to protect the monks and the Christian community. Thus was born the Castle of Guimarães. After the birth of Condado Portucalense, it became inhabited by Count Dom Henrique and Dona Teresa, who had major works carried out on this monument. Between the 13th and 15th century, several kings contributed to the improvement of the Castle, after which it was abandoned, finding itself very degraded until the 20th century, when …

An imposing monument, inaugurated in 1789, whose facade has two twin bell towers and statues of saints and allegorical figures, including four statues that symbolize many other virtues: Faith, Devotion, Gratitude and Freedom. The building, with a single nave in the form of a Latin cross and with six chapels, is part of the Convent of the Santíssimo Coração de Jesus. The interior is spacious and majestic, with walls clad in gray, pink and yellow marble. You can visit a room where you can find an extraordinary set with more than 500 baked clay figures. It was the first church …

The tour begins in the Capelão Street. Go, then, through the Mouraria Street until the Senhora da Saúde Church, where you can enjoy the woodcarving altar and the beautiful glazed tiles. Enter the picturesque Mouraria Quarter climbing the small stairs of Saúde and continue by the Largo da Rosa, where you’ll find the Convent with the same name and the São Lourenço Church. Following through the largo da Achada and going up the Calçada do Marquês de Tancos you'll find the Municipal Market Chão do Loureiro, which integrates some plastic artists’ ateliers and a beautiful esplanade. Following through the Costa …

Situated in one of the privileged points of the city and with an extraordinary view of the Alfama and the river Tagus, the Portas do Sol is stated as a new oasis of the Lisbon circuit. The sofas around the terrace suggest an air of "dolce far niente", in addition to accommodate anyone who wants to enjoy the charms of the city without giving up the comfort. With optimum conditions of accessibility and a varied menu, the Portas do Sol offers also a part inside for those looking for a bit of shade and modernity. On the menu of the …

Located to the southwest of Bragançaand belonging to the Ancient Massif of Trás-os-Montes, this is a branch of the Montesinho mountain. It is 12.5 km long and 10 km wide and has its highest pont at 1319 metres. On the top, we find the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Serra, a privileged belvedere. On its slopes several small rivers are born that have several fish species such as the common trout, the barbel and the eel among others. The fauna is impressively diverse and one should note the presence of wolves, foxes, boars, wild cats several birds and amphibuous. …

The restaurant Mariñeiro in Ponta Delgada, is a current and exquisite distilled this space, decorated with images subject to maritime theme, where you can find the perfect intersection between the Galician gastronomy and the Azorean cuisine with a modern twist. This is the third restaurant of Chef Vicente Quiroga. The sea view complements the scenario, already quite pleasant. Let yourself conquer by tapas, but also by the dishes of fresh fish and seafood, such as Mussels in Galicia in escabeche, potatoes bravas, marinated tuna, scallop Peregrina Gratin with Iberian ham or grilled Prawns. The restaurant has its own nursery. Other …

“Una forma distinta de comer pescado” serve de mote ao novo menu da Nova Peixaria, inspirado no prato tradicional peruano, o ceviche. Ideal para os dias quentes de verão é uma viagem gastronómica ao melhor dos ingredientes, sabores, texturas e técnicas da gastronomia do Perú. As empanadas de peixe e marisco, a sopa fria leite de tigre e as tiras de polvo, salmão e peixe branco cru com molho de malaguetas peruanas ocupam lugar de destaque nas entradas. Nos pratos principais, os apreciadores de peixe podem deliciar-se com o tradicional ceviche de peixe branco da época em sumo de lima, …