A luxury holiday in Portugal is undoubtedly shaped by the region. In the north, visitors are drawn to the the medieval coastal city of Porto and the famous wine-making valleys. On the central coast, Lisbon beckons with its celebrated architecture and vast array of historical sites, and in the south, the Algarve and Madeira Islands offer those perfect beach escapes.
Year round sunshine, beautiful, verdant landscapes, what’s not to love about a Portugal honeymoon? Many romantic restaurants and cafés are dotted around the streets of the Algarve, adding to the charm of the area. It’s also only a two and a half hour journey from the UK. Vita Vita Parc is a recommended hotel and will make you feel instantly welcome with fruit and flowers in your room.
‘Romantic Ultimate Douro Wine & Spa Experience’
Set in 19-acres, this stunning historic manor house was originally converted into a hotel in 2007 and is now totally recreated to become Six Senses Douro Valley. You will find fifty-seven suites and villas of character and charm that afford modernity as well as thoughtful touches. There is much to entertain the visitor to this stunning UNESCO World Heritage-listed Douro Valley and staff will be on hand to offer advice as to how to maximise your stay; this may include bird-watching, cookery classes, wine-tours and even wine-stomping! The hotel has a vast Six Senses Spa where heavenly treatments and beautiful surroundings should not be missed.
‘Sub-Tropical Gardens, Overlooking Atlantic Ocean’
Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Belmond Reid’s Palace Hotel sits on a cliff surrounded by 10-acres of sub-tropical gardens. It boasts a long list of celebrated guests who include Churchill and George Bernard Shaw. Many of the rooms and suites offer ocean views as do the variety of restaurants and bars. On-site there are four swimming pools, an expansive garden, a spa and wellness centre, two tennis courts and a fitness centre.