Portugal: tourists leave for UK

Many upset British travellers were heading home on Sunday, June 6, from a shorter-than-expected holiday in the Algarve, Portugal, before a 10-day quarantine comes into force early next week due to rising coronavirus infections. Destination Guide: #Portugal – Spots that are far from the madding crowd https://t.co/r158Vg8CS8 via @ABTAMagazine @ABTAtravelFrom former capital Coimbra to the…

EU river cruises restart

Brussels 28.05.2021 Five more river cruise lines have announced summer 2021 restart dates, as the European Union moves toward approving international travel for vaccinated passengers. To celebrate the end of May Bank Holiday, we're excited to offer your customers unlimited FREE drinks on our Emerald Cruises yacht cruises which sail between January & April 2022,…

EU Ambassador to London

Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, announces the appointment of Mr. João Vale de Almeida, 62, as the first Head of the future EU Delegation to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. This has been duly notified to the United Kingdom. Mr. Vale de…

PORTUGAL: Cartuxa seven steps to heaven

Anna van Densky from CARTUXA For a traveller who wishes to come in touch with the stardom of the universe of  Portuguese wines, Cartuxa is a must – a well-established name in Europe and abroad, it produces the most exquisite brands in white and red, however it is the red of Cartuxa, which is listed globally among the…

PORTUGAL: Alentejo blue

Anna van DENSKY from ALENTEJO Startling in its beauty, Alentejo is not only the biggest region of Portugal, but a universe in itself, offering splendid nature, culture, art and glorious history. Although Alentejo has an impressive coastline with  finest beaches, it is a discovery of its inland that will come as unique experience of travelling in time,…

PORTUGAL: His Majesty ‘Sobroso’

Anna van Densky from ALENTEJO Majestic in its spacious grandeur Herdade do Sobroso stikes with its royal style, and natural splendor, offering an entire palette of inspirations: from exiting safari in the wild to relaxing afternoons at Estate with panoramic belle vue next to a swimming pool;  from classic Alentejo cuisine to tastings of modern and sophisticated wines…

PORTUGAL: Malhadinha Nova enchanting universe

Anna van Densky from ALENEJO There is no need to trot the globe to find an exquisite experience of nature, luxury, adventure and sophistication, meeting sunrise in a safari lodge next to turquoise shades of water. In the heart of Alentejo region just a couple of hours of driving from Lisbon or Algarve,  Malhadinha Nova Country…

Evora’s mysterious beauty

The ruins of the Roman temple are the most emblematic place to begin the stroll along the ancient streets of Evora – a camertone to give the right modality to a traveller to prepare his heart to meet the mysterious beauty of the ancient city. However apart of the Roman ruins there is nothing pompous…

#Portugal fire: EU sent a liason officer

All our thoughts are with the families and friends of those affected by the deadly forest fires that have struck several parts of Portugal. BREAKING: Portugal declares 3 days of national mourning as forest fire death toll rises to 62. — The Associated Press (@AP) June 18, 2017 We express our condolences to those that…

#Portugal blaze: EU promises assistance

Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker said in a message in Portuguese, published on Twitter, that his thoughts were with the victims and praised firefighters for their bravery. Meus pensamentos com as vítimas em #Portugal. Elogio coragem dos bombeiros. Mecanismo europeu de protecção civil activado e vai ajudar. pic.twitter.com/oiL9N5wJeM — Jean-Claude Juncker (@JunckerEU) June 18, 2017 The…