1. Alentejo
Elvas, Estremoz, Évora, Monsaraz & Vila Vićosa

2. Algarve
Albufeira, Faro, Lagos, Portimão & Tavira

3. Douro Valley
Barcos, Miranda do Douro, Pinhão & Ucanha

4. Lisbon & Surroundings
Cascais, Ericeira, Estoril, Lisbon, Óbidos, Peniche, Ribatejo Region & Sintra

5. Porto & North of Portugal
Braga, Guimarães, Ponte de Lima & Porto

Best time to visit: May-September (avoid August)

Go for this: Relax on Algarve’s fantastic sandy beaches with turquoise waters, secluded coves, and idyllic whitewash Moorish villages with traditional tabernas serving incredible seafood.

But try this: Castelo de Silves, also known as the Red Castle (from the red sandstone used to build it), a hilltop castle standing since the Moorish occupation of the Algarve. Or, visit the iconic Cabo de São Vincente lighthouse in Sagres, mainland Europe’s southwestern-most point, boasting endless views to the sea.

Favorite guest experience: Private boat ride along the coast to discover the caves and grottos of the Algarve, including the famous caves of Benagil and Ponta da Piedade cave.

Favorite hotel: Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa, situated on a cliff overlooking the ocean and surrounded by lush gardens, with a 2-Michelin star restaurant, this luxury hotel built in Moorish style with timeless elegance is the perfect hideaway for every season.

Favorite restaurant: Quatro Águas, famous for its filetes de polvo com arroz de feijao (deep-fried octopus fillets with rice-and-bean stew), in the picturesque city of Tavira.

Foods:
- Conquilhas à Algarvia (small clams)
- Cataplana de Marisco (a medley of shellfish)
- Cuttlefish Feijoada Stew
- Frango da Guia (chicken)