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Portugal Travel Itinerary: 10 Days in Porto, Lisbon & Central Portugal

Astrotourism, Venice-inspired canals, windswept beaches, mountain villages, gastronomy, and vintage trams -- the European country of Portugal has it all and more. Roughly the size of Pennsylvania, a road trip through Portugal is the…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Apr 2024 · Guide

10 Best Places to Visit in Portugal For Wine & Food 2026

Best Places to Visit in Portugal For Food, Wine, History & Nature Portugal is a must-visit location if you're looking for breathtaking beaches, incredible culture, and some of the best food and wine in…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

Azores Wine: Wineries & Wine Tasting on Portugal’s Stunning Azores Islands

Top Azores Wineries & Wine Tasting Experiences The Azores are just as exotic and beautiful as they sound. This Portuguese archipelago consists of nine islands dotting mid-Atlantic Ocean. Far-flung and verdant, the volcanic Azores…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jun 2023 · Tour Guide

Get To Know Porto’s World of Wine Museum (WOW): Discover History, Culture & Wine in Portugal

Winetravelers Will Love Portugal's New World of Wine Museum (WOW) in the Porto Wine District Discover a world of enchanting flavors and fascinating stories at Porto's World of Wine (WOW) Museum, a captivating cultural…

By Jacqueline Coleman · Updated Apr 2023 · Guide

Here’s Why You Should Add Setúbal to Your Portugal Itinerary

Portugal is a popular travel destination, from Lisbon, Porto, and Douro in the north, to the Algarve in the south, and out to the Madeira and Azores Islands. Lesser-known Setúbal is a working port,…

By Allison Levine · Updated Sep 2023 · Guide

Introduction to Portugal’s Douro Valley Wine Region

Portugal's Douro Valley is the oldest demarcated wine region in the world. That means it's not the earliest place wine grapes have been grown, but rather the earliest recognized and documented region to do…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated May 2020 · Guide

Stay at These Beautiful Northern Portugal Wine Hotels

Thinking of visiting Portugal this year? Here are our top picks for some of the best wine hotels and incredible vineyard resorts in northern Portugal's wine country. Northern Portugal is one of the most…

By Cindy Rynning · Updated Jan 2025 · Guide

10 Unique Wineries & Experiences You Must Try Around The World

Sarah Phillips recommends some of her favorite unique wine experiences and asks other #Winetravelers to share theirs. Let us know the most interesting moments you've encountered at wineries in the comment section at the…

By Sarah Phillips · Updated Jul 2023 · Tour Guide

11 Must Know Facts About Port Wine and Fortified Wine

What is a Fortified Wine? A fortified wine is simply a wine that has had a distilled spirit added to it. This is done to typically achieve at least one of several possible goals: to strengthen…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Aug 2022 · Guide

15 Best Luxury Wine Hotels & Vineyard Resorts Around the World to Experience in 2026

Wine is a luxury in itself — but basing a trip at a luxury wine hotel or vineyard resort is one of the most indulgent ways to travel. Staying directly on a working vineyard…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

15 Best Wine Regions in Europe if You Love the Seaside

If you're anything like the team here at Winetraveler, you love wine, food, Europe, and a trip to the beach. Believe it or not, it is possible to combine all your favorite things into…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jul 2024 · Roundup

25 Best Things to Do in Porto This Year: City Guide 2026

Discover Some of the Best Things To Do in Porto in 2026 Porto, Portugal is one of Europe's most underrated cities -- and home to the world-famous Port wine. Often overlooked in favor of…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

31 Best Things to Do in Lisbon in 2026: From Classics to Hidden Gems

Learn about the best things to do in and near the city of Lisbon in Portugal during 2026. Discover what Lisbon is famous for in addition to unique things to do. From candlelit dinner…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

Best Douro Valley Wine Tours, Wine Tastings & Vineyard Resorts: Travel Guide 2026

Thinking About Visiting the Douro Valley Wine Region? Book Some of the Best Douro Valley Wine Tours & Wine Tastings to Experience the Region Like a Local in 2026 The Douro Valley, situated in…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Jul 2026 · Tour Guide

Here’s Where to Go For a Beach Vacation in Europe This Summer

Ideal Summer European Beach Destinations for 2024 If you're daydreaming of a summer getaway to Europe, make it a reality. Although many of the continent's larger cities are plagued with sweltering heat, plan to…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2024 · Guide

10 Lesser-Known Wine Regions and Towns You Need to Visit

Bordeaux, Napa Valley, Chianti and Mendoza -- it's likely you've heard of the aforementioned wine regions. They're among the most famous in the world --  the hot spots of wine tourism. And there's absolutely…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jun 2020 · Guide

10 Unique Places To Spend New Years in Europe in 2025

These Are Some of the Best Places to Spend New Years in Europe Heading into 2025 Celebrating New Year's Eve in London, Paris or Madrid is the party of the century. But why not…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2025 · Guide

15 Most Beautiful Castles in Europe to Visit in 2026

Best European Castles to Visit in 2026 and Why (Including a bit of History) Europe is the land of castles. All throughout the continent, you can visit, drink wine and even spend the night…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2026 · Guide

20 Unique Wineries to Visit Around the World in 2026

Unique Wineries & Wine Tasting Experiences Not to Miss This Year All Over the World Sipping wine at a châteaux in France, Tuscan vineyard resort in Italy and at chic vineyards in Napa Valley…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jul 2026 · Winery Guide

21 Best Parks in Europe to Visit: Stroll Through These Gorgeous City Park Gems

You don't have to get off the beaten path to enjoy nature in Europe. Just combine a city break with a city park visit. This way you can enjoy all the comforts of a…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Oct 2023 · Roundup

25 Best Spring Break Destinations To Visit in 2026

Check Out 25 of the Best Spring Break Destinations to Visit in 2026 If you're hoping for a sunny, spring getaway, you're in luck. A number of nearby countries in the Caribbean and Central…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2026 · Roundup

25 Cheapest Countries to Visit for Adventure, Food & Wine This Year

Ask a room full of people why they don't travel more, you'll almost certainly come across one common answer: it's too expensive. Sure, biting the bullet to buy a train ticket and a hotel…

By Emily McArthur · Updated Sep 2023 · Guide

8 Romantic Valentine’s Day Travel Ideas For Wine Lovers

Thinking of traveling with your loved one for Valentine's Day this year? Here are some of our recommended romantic travel destinations to visit with your loved one. Valentine's Day is rapidly approaching -- and…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Jan 2024 · Guide

Best Madeira Wineries, Wine Tastings & Things to Do 2024

Wineries, Wine Tasting Experiences and Things to Do in Madeira Portugal Mention Madeira, and many people can't locate it on a map, or they think that Madeira is a sleepy backwater. Although life on…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated Dec 2023 · Tour Guide

Discover Vinho Verde Wine • A Portuguese Novelty

For Vinho Verde wine enthusiasts -- there's good reason to drink it. These wines are youthful, flavor packed, and typically quite cheap. Vinho Verde is arguably the most popular white wine in Portugal, but…

By Greig Santos-Buch · Updated May 2019 · Guide

Here’s How to Eat and Drink Like a European During the Holidays

The holiday season is rapidly approaching -- it's almost time to throw your diet out the window and indulge in all the delicious food and delectable drinks this time of year brings forth. If…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Oct 2023 · Guide

Sip Wine in These Sustainable Wine Regions Around the World

If you're going to sip, why not sip sustainable? You certainly won't be alone in your eco-drinking endeavors. With sustainability on the rise, it's no surprise that wine drinkers are willing to pay more…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Apr 2024 · Guide

The Most Beautiful Squares in Europe to Visit This Year

Piazza, plaza, place, platz... each language has its own word for square. Although these 'squares' usually have four sides, we're not talking about your average geometric form. Europe has something many other places in…

By Lori Zaino · Updated Apr 2023 · Guide

Top 10 Wine Regions to Consider Visiting in 2023

Now is the time to start planning your trips for the upcoming year. Here are some spots that we think you should consider traveling to taste wine and enjoy some time away from home.…

By Jacqueline Coleman · Updated Jan 2023 · Guide