Amazing architectural point of view, the Pousada is the result of the joint between an exquisite 18TH-century palace, designed by the architect Nicolau Nasoni and classified national heritage in 1910, where the reception, restaurant, bar, business center, the main lobby and the lounges and meeting, and an old grinding millwhere are the generous and very comfortable 87 rooms, especially those overlooking the river and the Palace, as well as several meeting rooms and an inviting spa. The pool and the former boarding pier are an invitation he couldn't refuse for a late afternoon reinvigorating. Direct access to the river and …

Located 50 metres away from Aliados Metro Station in the heart of Porto’s historic city centre, Vera Cruz Hotel offers a rooftop terrace with views across the Aliados Avenue and a 24-hour front desk. The air-conditioned rooms at the Vera Cruz Hotel have double-glazed windows, satellite TV and private bathrooms with luxury amenities. Some rooms have a spacious work desk, and suites have private balconies. Continental breakfast is prepared with local ingredients and can be enjoyed on the rooftop terrace. There are also many restaurants and bars within a few minutes’ walk. By metro, Vera Cruz Hotel is 30 minutes' …

Silves Castle is the largest in the Algarve and one of the most notable works of military architecture bequeathed by the Arabs. The structure was composed of several elements: the citadel, the Almedina walls, the Curaçao, the Arrabalde walls, and several moats. The walls are shaped like an irregular polygon, consisting of eleven rectangular towers. The citadel is the most important area, where two cisterns from the original period and the well, called the Moorish Cisterna, can be seen. Archaeological excavations have uncovered a Muslim dwelling, called the "Palácio das Varandas," the residence of the city's lord. The mixture of …

Located about 8 km away from Penafiel, this is one of the celtic villages of the parish, named Citânia do Monte Mozinho, probably the largest in the Iberian Peninsula. It occupies a high part of the mountain, at an altitude of 408 metres. From there one can view the Marão Mountain (to the East) and the Montemuro Mountain (to the South). Elísio Ferreira started the excavations in 1943. In 1974, after a 20 years interval, they restarted and the findings are to be seen in the Municipal Museum of Penafiel. The findings confirm that there was a roman time occupation, …

Designed by mother-nature, Palmares highlight itself in the Algarve coast because of the prime location, faced to this incredible blue scenario of the Alvor lagoon, the “meia-praia” beach and the Lagos bay. A Perfect contrast with the green of this unique 27-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, which the links holes along the beach and the great views are the highlighting points. Snaked by the green of the fairways, the masterplan shows a 5 star hotel (172 suites faced to the ocean), a SPA and health center, restaurants, meeting rooms, a panoramic club-house, a driving range with …

Alto da Colina has an elevated position with fabulous views, within easy reach of Albufeira, set in 34.000m2 property, offering a wide range of facilities such as the incredible sports facilities, restaurant, bars, supermarket, event room for 300 pax, a huge landscape pool and a fantastic Aquapark for Children, unique for this region. New modern style construction of 5 floors, 132 Bright apartments with high standard furnishing, and large well exposed balconies located 5 kms from the old town, close to the lively shopping streets of Areas de São João and Montechoro with its countless bars and restaurants. Within walking …

The campsite Cork oak, located in the municipality which gives it the name, is four kilometres from the town of Mafra and Ericeira's six. Between the mountains and the sea, the Park has many shadows and boasts of the microclimate of the Tapada de Mafra. Highlights include the beautiful views and beaches of the village of Ericeira. Here you can visit the Park of Santa Marta and walking by their typical streets, where dominate the houses in shades of blue and white. The places to visit in the area are the National Palace of Mafra, the garden of the siege, …

Located to the southwest of Moimenta da Beira, the hill grows between the Paiva and Távora rivers and belongs to the Galician-Douro massif. It is 10 km long and reaches its peak at an altitude of 1011 metres. From the peak there are wonderful views of the Tedo, Paiva and Távora valleys, as well as the tops of the Marão, Estrela, Caramulo and Montemuro mountains. Once named Nave Hill, archaeological elements were found here, such as vestiges of roman roads, stones that indicate the presence of fortresses, mamoas and menhirs. The flora includes the pine trees, the Portuguese broom, the …

The Purobeach combines a healthy environment and reassuring-even spiritual-during the day, with a vibrant atmosphere of evening party, where the purest fun dominates. On the beach, the exotic-inspired décor combined with the exclusivity of services. Soon dawn, it is possible to do a session of Tai Chi, a massage or just relax in one of the comfortable chairs and beds. In the Lake and exotic gardens of Tivoli Marina Vilamoura is the Lakeside-the night space Purobeach, where exquisite dinners and various themed parties throughout the summer are animated by DJ's and live performances. Emphasizes above all the comfort and glamour. …

Among the houses that spread out along the banks of the Sado river, in Alcácer do Sal, Quintal da Liga offers a wonderful and unique view of the river. This green space, full of plants, trees, cool shade and other secrets, is the "Quintal" (Backyard) of the Núcleo da Liga dos Combatentes de Alcácer do Sal headquarters. The food, specially designed for the place by chef Swastik Guilherme, is made with love and brings freshness on hot, sunny days. To drink, you can start with a gin or a mojito with fruit and continue with a good regional wine or …