Tag: Portugal

A Shaman healer has introduced a pioneering programme at Six Senses Douro Valley, Portugal, revealing ancient secrets to ‘hack the human DNA’ to prevent disease and increase longevity. Dr Alberto Villoldo’sGrow a New Body programme runs from November 03 to 10 at the five-star luxury resort. It combines the ancient wisdom of Shamanic healers with latest advances in neuroscience, medicine and nutrition. A world-renowned psychologist, anthropologist and shamanic healer, Dr Villoldo was the youngest clinical professor at San Francisco State University. He later spent 25 years studying shamanic healing practices in the Amazon and Andes before founding the world-renowned Four Winds ... Read more

Algarve tourism chiefs say the region must diversify and build on its renowned ‘beach holiday’ brand in order to benefit from the rapidly evolving global tourism market. Joao Fernandes, Algarve Region Tourism Board (RTA) President and Algarve Tourism Association (ATA) boss, said Algarve tourism unquestionably remains very strong. However, it can drive greater recognition and wealth creation by improving and diversifying its offer. The news comes ahead of the 2019 Algarve Tourism Conference running from 9am-5pm at the Hilton Vilamoura Resort on Friday September 27. This year’s central theme is ‘health and wellness’ travel. Worldwide ‘wellness tourism’ spend is rising ... Read more

Portugal has hit the limelight and is at the center of attention as a spectacular tourist destination with Bollywood’s two biggest action superstars shooting a sequence in this stunning country! Known for its natural landscapes, as well as history, culture and cuisine; the landscapes of Portugal have been used in the film “War”, the hottest Bollywood action film starring superstars Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff who have shot a “dangerous” bike chase sequence on Portugal’s highest mountain peak Serra da Estrela for the film. “For one big action chase sequence, they had to drive superbikes at high speed on top ... Read more

Qatar Airways and Emirates recently announced their recent launch of new year round services between Portugal and India. Seven times weekly services in summer 2019 and five times weekly service in winter 2019/2020 by Qatar Airways to Lisbon. Four times new weekly services by Emirates to Porto along with its on-going double daily flights year round to Lisbon. Travellers will have direct access to Qatar Airways’s and Emirates’ global network via Doha and Dubai respectively. Qatar Airways will start its new route from its global network from Doha to the capital of Portugal- Lisbon. There will be seven times weekly ... Read more

Nazaré beach, with its mild climate and natural beauty, has one of the most ancient traditions connected to fishing in Portugal. The long sandy half-moon shaped beach, which is also the town’s sea front, is known for its grandeur and for the brightly-coloured awnings that decorate the white sandy beaches, contrasting with the blue of the water. A typical fishing town, Nazaré is nowadays a busy summer resort, where side by side with the crowds of tourists, one still sees all over the streets of the town the fish-sellers, and the carapaus (horse mackerel) laid out to dry. The Sítio ... Read more

Portugal is a country of strong wine tradition, and the excellent quality of its wines is recognized across the world, with numerous awards and distinctions won in international competitions. And to appreciate and know them, nothing like visiting the regions where they are produced, and wine is an excellent excuse to also discover the landscapes, heritage, culture and the people who live here. The country offers excellent opportunities for wine tourism, often associated with rural tourism and boutique hotels in prime locations. Besides the wines, you can also enjoy other farm-produced products, such as fruits and jams, cheeses, olive oils, ... Read more

Lisbon is Portugal’s capital and the hub of a multifaceted area that appeals to different tastes and senses. Lisbon’s temperate climate, sunny weather, green space, lifestyle pace, history, culture, architecture, culinary reputation, as well as its comparably low cost of living and its status as a relatively uncrowded tourist destination, were some of the factors that went into Lisbon receiving this accolade. In a city that has been influenced by many different far-off cultures over time, there is still a village feel in each historic neighbourhood. Stroll through the Pombaline grid of streets in the Baixa district that opens on ... Read more

The sunny capital of Portugal, Lisbon disguises itself as a quaint coastal town during the day which, by night, turns into a cosmopolitan city with mega clubs lined along the waterfront from Santos to Santa Apolónia. Laid-back and relaxed- Lisbon is a dream come true for those who wish for a relaxed time by the beach or a slow walking tour along cobbled alleyways and ancient ruins. A mild climate with more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, fabulous beaches, and the trademark seven hills that surround Lisbon allow for a myriad of spots from where you could capture ... Read more

Emirates will launch a four times weekly service between Portugal’s second largest city, Porto, and Dubai, from 2 July 2019. Porto will become Emirates’ second destination in Portugal after its capital, Lisbon, which the airline currently serves with two flights a day. The flight will be operated by a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in a three class cabin configuration, offering eight private suites in First Class, 42 lie flat seats in Business Class and 310 spacious seats in Economy Class. Emirates’ new service will provide travellers in northern Portugal, a major urban area, as well as those in the north-west of Spain ... Read more

The Madeira Carnival in Portugal officially begins on the Friday before Lent (February 26, 2019) and ends on Shrove Tuesday (March 10, 2019), with the whole island being caught up in the intense and contagious liveliness. The Carnival festival in Madeira is one of the region’s liveliest festivals. Funchal city wakes up on the Friday morning to the sound of brass bands and carnival parades bringing their good humour to the whole of the downtown area, which is then continued at night with concerts and shows in the Praça do Município for five consecutive days. On Saturday night, it’s time ... Read more

Portugal has been inhabited for thousands of years and its national boundaries have been definitely defined since the 12th century. This long history has been reflected in a particular culture that is the result of the people who settled there and the influences that Portuguese brought from their journeys to the African, American and Asian continents. By choosing a region, an itinerary or a specific theme, you can discover a unique heritage and different landscapes, all within a short distance, which retain the authenticity of local customs. Moreover, your tour will be complemented to perfection by the traditional cuisine and ... Read more

Here are some smartest ways to see exciting places (affordable hotels, bargain restaurants), and some money-saving ways to visit otherwise expensive locations in 2019. The money-saving, exciting list of places was curated by Laura Begley Bloom for The Forbes. This list of 10 inexpensive places in hand, you’ll be able to travel for less. New Orleans Red trolley streetcar on rail in New Orleans French Quarter Located along the Mississippi River, New Orleans is a mojor port and is world-renowned for its distinct music, Creole cuisine, unique dialect, and its annual celebrations and festivals, most notably Mardi Gras. The historic heart ... Read more

Azul, the largest airline in Brazil by number of cities served offering 766 daily flights to 110 destinations, will launch a new non-stop service to Porto, Portugal starting June 3, 2019. The city will receive three weekly flights from Campinas, Azul’s main hub, which will have a total of 17 weekly frequencies to Portugal. Sale of tickets to Porto has already started and is available on all Azul distribution channels. The Portuguese city is the second destination in Europe to receive flights from Azul after Lisbon. The non-stop flight will be operated on an Airbus A330, with 272 seats. With the ... Read more

Historical villages in Portugal are made of granite and schist that preserve memories of ancient conquests and traditions and are remarkable for their landscapes, their heritage and for the friendliness of the people who live there. Perched on the top of mountains, these villages can be spotted from afar by the tall towers of their medieval castles. That is why they were strategically aligned along the border. The kings and lords of the land knew this would mean they could sleep more restfully. But they were sometimes mistaken. Moors and Christians, Spaniards and Portuguese, all tried to take them for ... Read more

Ideal weather, Christmas decorations, street entertainment, festive atmosphere and spectacular fireworks will let you celebrate Christmas and New Year holidays in the most spectacular way in Portugal. Go Ho! Ho! Ho! and all merry in absolutely amazing Lisbon. The churches and streets are so wonderfully decorated that gets you going all Christmas-y. Plenty to shop for in the amazing Christmas markets of Lisbon. Climb to the castle of Sao George and take a stroll through festally decorated Alfama and if you are lucky, you may get to treat your ears with Fado. Explore the festive beauty of nearby Belem district, ... Read more