Visit Portugal - Portugal. Romantic settings

Major Events /

New Year in Madeira /
Experience the colour and the fireworks at the New Year festivities in Funchal, Madeira.

What's on /

Botanical Gardens /
Discover one of Lisbon’s most beautiful gardens, which celebrates its 130th anniversary in 2008.

Encounter with nature /
In Madeira, walking is the perfect opportunity to discover some of the island’s most beautiful landscapes.

Walks in the island of São Jorge /
Everything in the island of São Jorge inspires us to enjoy the surrounding landscape at a leisurely pace.

Porto e Norte – invitation to romance /
Come and discover inspiring locations in Porto e Norte de Portugal Region and enjoy some perfect moments for two.

Nature Excursions /
In the Alentejo region, there’s a panoply of different programmes for a perfect holiday break.

Gardens of the "Quinta das Lágrimas" /
The setting for the passionate encounter between D. Pedro I and D. Inês de Castro - the most famous romance in the History of Portugal - Quinta das Lágrimas boasts exquisite gardens.

CENTER - on-line payments and reservations /
Your stay in the Manor Houses of Portugal (Solares de Portugal) is now only a click away.

December 2008 /

Seek out new inspiration for romance, in Portugal. You’re sure to discover a special élan in the country’s spectacular landscapes, historic monuments or preserved villages.

Surrender to the charms of nature in the north and centre of Portugal that exude unique beauty at this time of the year, e.g. the white-capped mountains of the Serra da Estrela. Perhaps you prefer the plains of the Alentejo or the sunny beaches of the Algarve. And in the middle of the Atlantic, the islands of Madeira and the Azores harbour sites that will ignite your dreams.

Many castles have served as the setting for romance between knights and enchanted Moorish princesses and several gardens still preserve the memories of royal passion from the history of Portugal. Draw inspiration from these riveting tales and travel through time, staying in a Pousada luxury inn that served for many centuries as a convent or palace. Appreciate the Portuguese fine art of hosting visitors and prepare to be treated like a king.

Feel the rhythm of the cities and discover their special charms - old neighbourhoods, traditional shops or belvederes offering spectacular sunsets.

Experience other unique sensations for two: a relaxation programme in a spa, a river cruise or a balloon trip is all the more enticing when spent in the right company.

Come to Portugal and experience a great romance. We’ll take care of the settings. Enjoy your stay!

A different Algarve /
Head for the sun and enjoy an exciting day in a different sort of Algarve.

Romance in Óbidos /
Surprise your loved one by making the gift of Óbidos, just as Dom Afonso II did to Dona Urraca and Dom Dinis did to Dona Isabel, both of whom included it in the dowry of the queens.

Seaside hideaways /
Every day is right for romance. In Portugal, the sea provides you with the perfect setting for savouring those days you’ve always dreamed of.

Sleep in palaces /
Choose the comfort of some treasures of our history in places of natural beauty for a break from everyday life.