In one of the highest parts of the Francisco Gomes Square, where there's a garden with a view to a small marina, one can find the Arco da Vila (Village Archway), which is the entrance to the old Faro inside the medieval walls. Above the walls, one can see the small chapel of Our Lady of the Ó. Following the Município Street one reaches a nicely proportioned square where the see is to be found. It's worth to look attentively at the Bishop's Court with its rooftops shaped like scissors. As you stroll along the streets by the walls, you …

Mountain Hotel built from scratch, fully integrated in the landscape, living in harmony with nature, the H2otel is located in Unhais da Serra, near the Serra da Estrela Natural Park. It has 90 rooms, of which 17 are suites and duplex suites, very spacious and with a very sober decoration. The restaurant and bar, in addition to good food, have a privileged view, in which stands out the glacier Alforta. The Spa, now transformed into Mountain SPA Aquadome, offer a wide range of treatments. The hotel has an area of congresses and meetings with several rooms adaptable to the type …

The old town of Coimbra is characterized by narrow streets and steep, leading to the top of the Hill, where the city originated. Start on the street Ferreira Borges, where the Arco de Almedina mark the limits of the old city. Climbing the steps of the street of the coast, you will find the arc and the Palace Sub Laths, 16th century work of João de Rouen. A little further, Anto Tower marks the memory of poet António Nobre. In the middle of the slope, fascination with the beautiful view over the city. Around the street of Coutinhos, will come …

One of the "links" of Portuguese golf, considered among the 10 best courses in Portugal. He gained international notoriety by hosting two European Tour events. Located just 20 minutes from Porto's International Airport and close to Póvoa de Varzim, a lively summer city, built along three kilometers of beautiful coastal dunes, offering stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Designed by Portuguese architect Duarte Sottomayor, it is a typical Scottish style "links", with the difference that the grass used is Bermuda. Two large lakes give it more beauty, but it can get very demanding when the wind blows. Erratic exit shots …

The Vinum restaurant integrates the imposing and historic caves Grahams, 19TH century. The best of the traditional cuisine of the Douro, Trás-os-Montes, the Minho and the Atlantic Ocean: Samosas de Moura and Apple, grilled Sausage with peppers, grilled fish of lota de Matosinhos and many old cow of Trás-os-Montes are the proposals of the Vinum restaurant, whose kitchen is in charge of Celme Teixeira. These traditional dishes, added a touch of innovation inspired by the most important references of the international cuisine, in order to offer a unique dining experience, as the Tartar Steaks, roast beef, Foie Gras Mi-Cuit or …

The restaurant La Terraza is located at Grande Real Villa Italy Hotel Spa in Cascais &. The restaurant offers a magnificent view to the sea, along with a kitchen full of flavor, well presented and with very competitive prices. At entrances, reference to the marinated mackerel fillets with pennyroyal Pomodoro, while in the main, among others, include the salmon tataki with grilled courgette and tomato paste; and the Roasted Pork Loin with Bacon and a stew of Fava Beans, chestnuts and scallions. Folders and risottos are also part of the offer. The atmosphere is cozy and informal with a professional …

The old area of Coimbra is characterized by narrow and steep streets that lead to the top of the hill, where the city was born. This tour begins at the Ferreira Borges Street, where the Almedina arch draws the boundaries of the old city. Climbing the Quebra Costa Street ladders, on the left you will find the Arch and the Palace Sub Ripas, from the XVI century, with a renaissance façade, a work of João de Ruão. Further ahead, the Anto Tower marks the memory of the poet António Nobre (1867 – 1900). In the middle of the slope, be …

The Museum of geology at the UTAD was founded in 1985 by Prof. Dr. Fernando Real, notable geologist and Magnificent Rector of the Instituto Universitario de Trás-os-Montes that the following year would be the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. For the creation of the Museum greatly contributed the professors that constituted the Department of geology at this time. The Museum is situated in the building of Geosciences, which constitutes the core of the campus of the University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. This museum, scientific character, has an area of approximately 250 m2. It houses collections of minerals, rocks …

The location of the Pine Cliffs resort is only extending over 68 acres of natural beauty on top of an extraordinary cliffs, overlooking the extensive golden sand beach and the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The 60 meters above the golden sand and the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, lies the well-known Pine Cliffs golf course. This is one of the most unique golf courses in the country, built in the middle of a pine forest, with fairways lined by trees that extend parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, providing all who visit, breathtaking views. The main concern of …

The Porto Palácio Congress Hotel & Spa is a true cosmopolitan hotel, accompanying the development of the times and conforms to the wishes of your visitors, and which seeks to lead. This is the Porto Palácio Congress Hotel & Spa, a unit marked by sophistication and refinement. But this is also a very active. With many scheduled programs, want to please and conquer your visitors, are those who are in business, other than those seeking health and wellness treatments in the spa, leased to Mack Clinic, without forgetting, of course, all those who seeking a dining experience in one of …