The festive season is well and truly upon us and with only a single day separating us from Christmas Day, we’re quite shocked at how quickly the year has passed us by. No sooner had 2015 begun, it seems to have come to an end. We’re sure that it was only a couple of weeks ago that we were appreciating the beautiful summer weather!

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Portugal happens to be home to some of the richest history in all of Europe; from Pedro Alvares Cabral discovering Brazil in the 1500, to the Great Earthquake of Portugal which was singularly the most shattering natural phenomenon of the Age of Enlightenment. At the heart of some of this deep and rooted history is the city of Lisbon, standing as a symbol of both the Portugal of the past, and the Portugal of the future.  Continue reading…

Portugal is bursting with culture, and food and drink is a huge part of what makes people want to visit a destination.

Wine is a very popular produce in the Douro valley region of Portugal, providing locals and tourists alike with some of the most delicious wine which originates from the grapes which adorn the hillsides of the valley’s dramatic landscape.

If you are looking to get hands on experience with Portuguese culture, the Douro valley area is perfect. With hands-on grape harvesting during the harvest period, you get to be an integral part of this area’s culture. It’s also the perfect time to visit if you are interested in walking or cycling, as the weather is much cooler than it is in the summer months, especially in the upper regions of the Douro and Foz Côa.

There are many ways to discover this beautiful valley, and it doesn’t have to all be by car!

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Looking to stay at a Pousada Portugal on your next holiday? With 34 luxury hotels across the whole of Portugal, we are guaranteed to have a hotel in the location of your choice.

One of the best things about visiting Portugal is the fact that the local people are so friendly. Whether you’re visiting for a few days, a week or a month – they will go out of their way to make sure that your holiday is extra special. Continue reading…

Although the Azores are part of Portugal, being an autonomous region means they are in fact more than 1,500 km away from the mainland. Therefore, there are selections of dishes that you can sample on the islands that aren’t found elsewhere.

Here at Pousadas of Portugal, we love the food from both regions, but we thought we’d highlight the cuisine that’s on offer in the Azores. Their rich volcanic make-up means that their collection of meals is second to none, so we don’t want you to miss out on the joys that are on offer on your visit! Continue reading…

When heading off on holiday, there should be only one thing on your mind: relaxation. A holiday is about taking time away from your everyday life and having some fun in the sun! Taking unnecessary items with you can have a negative effect on your whole time away – you don’t want to stress yourself out.

Some people just can’t seem to leave things behind at home – things that they really should be leaving. For this reason, we thought that we would highlight the things that you definitely shouldn’t be putting in your suitcase. Continue reading…