The journal
Routes, regions and practical notes for travelling with a little more attention.
When visitors tick off the world’s oldest demarcated wine region on a rushed, 12-hour day trip from Porto, they miss the true magic of the Douro Valley. The famous wine region reveals its true self when…
Portugal’s most famous wine region, the Douro Valley, is a dramatic collaboration between nature and man. Here, hand-carved vine terraces snake along steep hills, stretching from the winding Douro River towards the clouds like staircases for…
There’s nothing quite like seeing a new city from the water, and the Douro River is Porto’s lifeblood. Whether you’re looking for a quick budget-friendly zip under the bridges or a slow-paced afternoon with a glass…
Porto, the Invicta City (unvanquished), is a historic hash of granite streets and tall skinny buildings that lead down to the winding Douro River. While Lisbon is golden and sun-drenched, Porto is more moody and romantic.…
Portugal’s medieval capital and the heart of its academia is often treated as a quick pitstop by visitors en route from Lisbon to Porto. But with so much to see, to truly get a feel for…
At the heart of Central Portugal lies Coimbra, an ancient city with a young student heart. To eat here is to navigate that same contrast. One moment you could be seated in a medieval alleyway peeling…