Residents of Qatar can now apply for their Portugal visas at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Doha located at Levels 1 & 2, Al Nuaimi Building, Oqba Ibn Nafie Street, Airport Road, Doha, Qatar. Inaugurated on 3 September 2023, the centre will accept documents for short and long stay visas to Portugal. The…
Why This Surf Town In Portugal Is Europe’s Next Digital Nomad Hotspot
If you’ve read any travel news in the past year or two, it’s likely been hard to miss the buzz surrounding Portugal, the latest go-to destination for digital nomads seeking a unique and affordable place to live and work remotely. While Lisbon has been a popular choice for many, the influx of digital nomads and…
TAP Air Portugal voted Europe’s favourite airline for sixth consecutive year
Tap Air Portugal has been voted as Europe’s favourite airline for the sixth year running at the ninth edition of the US Trazee Awards. The nomination of ‘Europe’s Favourite Airline’ recognises TAP as the most popular commercial carrier among North American tourists, in recognition of its excellent onboard product and service. US-based Trazeetravel.com is a sister…
From Portugal to Italy, the world’s best locations for wine tourism
The study by Bounce analysed factors such as the overall number of litres consumed by each country, along with how many litres on average a person consumes, to reveal the best locations for wine tourism if you love a glass or two! The Top 10 countries for wine lovers: Rank Country Overall (liters) Liters per…
5 Lesser Known Destinations In Portugal To Avoid The Record-Breaking Crowds
Portugal is a beautiful country with incredible beaches. This year alone it has been listed as one of the cheapest European vacation destinations as well as one of the most popular. So it should come as no surprise that Portugal’s travel and tourism industry is on target to break records in 2023. Data from the…
Portugal to launch its first own MICHELIN Guide
For the first time ever Portugal will have its own MICHELIN Guide, its first-ever dedicated edition for the country with the Algarve chosen to host the first Gala in celebration. The highly anticipated MICHELIN Portugal Guide 2024 will celebrate the remarkable gastronomic evolution, the growing excellence and consistency found in Portugal, as recognized by the…
5 Underrated Destinations In Portugal To Avoid Summer Crowds
Portugal is one destination that travelers can’t seem to get enough of. This European country has been growing in popularity with American travelers, and during the first quarter of 2023, it actually surpassed previous tourism records. According to Skift, Portugal received 2.8 million visitors in the first three months of this year — a significant…
Socalco Nature Hotel, Calheta, Madeira, Portugal
Socalco Nature Hotel offers peacefulness and fine diningabove the sandy bay of Calheta. High up on the steep mountains above a sandy bay the Socalco Nature Hotel in Calheta is a unique and alluring place, that unfurls down the hillside. This boutique hotel combines back-to-nature relaxation, rural tourism, fine dining, a cookery school and even…
On Foot in the Algarve, Portugal
The Algarve is famous for its sun and sand, yet the interior is largely unknown to tourists and offers unspoilt villages, hearty food and great walking trails. The Algarve is not somewhere you’d normally think of as hiking destination – visitors usually stay close to the coast next to its extensive sandy beaches. But inland,…
Why Portugal Has Become One Of The Most Popular Destinations Of The Year
There is a European country that has been slowly scaling up and is now not only one of the most popular destinations in Europe but in the World. Portugal has always been on the radar; its famous wines, local culture, and traditions have consistently been of global interest, but now Portugal is wearing a giant…
