10 January, 2015

Luxury escapes in Portugal: a unique guide

 

If you feel like having the best luxury escapes of your life, head to Portugal where sun is warmer, days are longer , food is tastier and the time passes in a very different way. One country, many options: from ocean tranquility to scenic mountain landscapes or cultural experiences in busy picturesque European capitals, Portugal is the place to be when it comes to have the time of your life.

Here’s four of the best regions we carefully selected for you.

 

Luxury escapes: Douro region

Luxury escapes in Portugal: a unique guide

If you are a gourmet and wine lover and feel like resting with the best mountain views at your footstep, head to the Douro region, well known for the production of delicious Porto wine. Its vast vineyards and beautiful view to Douro river will make you feel like a new person after your stay. Take time to visit a wine farm and taste all the delicious wines the region has to offer. And to make a trip to Douro region one of the best luxury escapes ever, on Spring 2015 a new Six Senses Resort will be opened on the region, paying homage to Douro’s fresh products and wine production.

 

Luxury escapes: Porto

Luxury escapes in Portugal: a unique guide

Famous Douro river actually flows from Porto and in here you can see the beautiful river scenery with a totally different perspective. Famous for its picturesque landscapes, warm colors and the best gastronomic experiences, Porto is the place to be for all those who appreciate the best of the cosmopolitan life mixed with the peace of a village. Porto is many cities so be prepared for the diversity you’ll find here. Our suggestions: for one of the best luxury escapes, stay at Palacio das Cardosas, a unique refurbished 200-year-old palace located in the heart of the city designed by architect Alex Kravetz.

 

Luxury escapes: Lisbon

Luxury escapes in Portugal: a unique guide

Lisbon is a charming city, a picturesque place where rooftops color the many hills and the streets go up and down as a fresh alive painting. Lisbon has the best of many worlds and you can truly expect one of the best luxury escapes you may have. From a vast cultural offer to the best traditional experiences to the most luxurious shopping – everything fits on this city, making it the place to be for all those who enjoy diversity and new things to explore.

 

Luxury escapes: Algarve

Luxury escapes in Portugal: a unique guide

If laying down on a calm sunny beach with unique blue-water sea view and golden sand is more your cup of tea well, Algarve is the place to be. And if you are a sports aficionado, Algarve offers you the best places for yachting on the Vilamoura Marina and also the best golf courses in Europe and the world. And we’re not only saying this, actually Algarve was considered the best place for golf practice in Europe and the world. So if you feel like relaxing and practicing your swing well, join us in Algarve for one of the best luxury escapes ever!

 

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