Relax in an oversized wine barrel then admire the natural beauty of this charming, old world European destination with ...

At Vega de Terron on the Spanish/Portuguese border we catch our first glimpse of the MS Estrela; a new ship for a new era of ...

Q Lisbon or Porto for October, for a couple. We’ve never visited either. Which do you recommend? Ann I. A Either of these ...

Tourism on the Douro grew in 2024, reaching 1,377,858 passengers transported, 10.64% more than in 2023, according to the Administration of the Ports of Douro, Leixões and Viana do Castelo (APDL).

Explore Portos Douro Valley for traditional wine tours and local cuisine Discover the enchanting landscapes and rich flavors ...

The route follows the winding course of the Douro River, offering breathtaking views of cliffs, riverbanks, and the valley's ...

Though it's the second-largest city in Portugal, Porto is still relatively small. The city covers about 16 square miles of land, with the Douro River running along its southern edge sandwiched ...

There’s museums, restaurants, shops and experiences to enjoy in Porto’s wine district. On the Douro river’s southern shore, a 15-minute drive from Porto’s centre, is Vila Nova de Gaia (aka ...

We stayed at the Hilton Porto Gaia (more info here), located in the Port wine city of Gaia, and housed in a refurbished wine warehouse. The hotel is a short walk from the Douro River, lots of ...

This iconic arching iron bridge straddles the Douro River, connecting Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. Though Porto is known for having quite a few bridges, the Dom Luis I Bridge is especially renowned ...

View of the Douro River from Crystal Palace Gardens Paul Allen/ Andfotography2 The Crystal Palace gardens in central Porto is another beautiful place to enjoy nature, with the unexpected bonus of ...

You’ll begin your Douro River cruise from Porto, due to its handy position at the mouth of the river as it empties into the ...