This timeless hotel combines history,design and craftsmanship

This timeless hotel combines history,design and craftsmanship

Five historic buildings brought seamlessly up-to-date provide a place for people to slow down and connect in this charming Porto hotel.

  • byKaren McCartney

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The charming riverside wine region in the midst of a craft beer boom

The charming riverside wine region in the midst of a craft beer boom

Viticulture has long dominated Portugal’s second city,but travellers who prefer beer (cerveja) are increasingly merry here.

  • bySteve McKenna
River cruising takes off in Europe’s port wine mecca

River cruising takes off in Europe’s port wine mecca

More cruise ships than ever have been sailing merrily down the stream in Portugal this year,and it’s no wonder demand is rising.

  • byBrian Johnston
‘Climate breakdown’:State of calamity in Portugal as fires rage out of control

‘Climate breakdown’:State of calamity in Portugal as fires rage out of control

An anticyclone combined with high temperatures has created “a cocktail of dangerous conditions” north of Lisbon. More than 15,000 hectares have been scorched.

  • byPedro Nunes andSergio Goncalves
Airline review:It has a bad rep,but I would definitely fly this again

Airline review:It has a bad rep,but I would definitely fly this again

Was it just my lucky day,or do the bad experiences receive more airtime? Surprisingly,my first-ever easyJet flight exceeds expectations.

  • byCatherine Marshall
Traffic jams in paradise:A look at the chaos of ‘overtourism’ in 2024

Traffic jams in paradise:A look at the chaos of ‘overtourism’ in 2024

In Portugal alone,authorities are looking to halve the number of tourists allowed at one of its biggest attractions.

  • byLaurie Kellman
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Seven ways to keep cool in sweltering southern Europe

Seven ways to keep cool in sweltering southern Europe

If you travel through southern Europe during the hottest part of the year,you’ll need a little respite from the sun. Here are seven of the best ways to keep cool.

  • byMaria Pasquale
The charming island with a landing so tricky pilots need extra training

The charming island with a landing so tricky pilots need extra training

This Portuguese outpost offers a sunny climate,a charming Old Town and rich traditions,as well as one of the world’s most challenging landings.

  • byJulie Miller
Traveller Letters:Is it fair that costs go up after you make a booking?

Traveller Letters:Is it fair that costs go up after you make a booking?

I was quoted one price for motel accommodation,but on arrival it had gone up by 10 per cent and it was too late to back out.

This ancient Portuguese city was once the residence of kings

This ancient Portuguese city was once the residence of kings

With its walled surrounds,ancient monoliths and cobbled streets,its little wonder that Evora in Portugal has been recognised as a World Heritage site.

  • byJane Cornwell
Australian-owned cruise ship set for maiden voyage in Europe

Australian-owned cruise ship set for maiden voyage in Europe

The MS Estrela is set to grace Portugal’s Douro River on her maiden voyage next month.

  • byKerry van der Jagt