Although part of Portugal, the nine major Azorean islands lie in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and are as magical as they are made out to be. See for yourself!

Explore via private boat and swim in the waters of Portugal. Want something more hands-on? Our ceramist friend Rui Patalim will teach you his ways.

Portugal is known for its wine and port, but it’s also a leader in the cork industry. Enjoy wine-pairing with Michelin-starred menus along the countryside as you discover all the country has to offer.

Six Senses Douro presents a superbly renovated 19th-century manor house set high on a hill overlooking the rolling hills of the valley and the river below. A spa, restaurants, wine library, swimming pools and organic garden are just a few of the many amenities available.  View hotel website »

In the same family for over 200 years, the estate has its heart at the monte, an ancient small farming village, which has been brought carefully back to life as a remarkable hotel of understated luxury, surrounded by ancient oaks, olive groves and vineyards. Here, the feeling of being at home is intimately connected with the sense of belonging to the vastness of the land. In Alentejo, farm and landscape soon become your home. View hotel website »

Housed in a stunning ex-monastery named for a hawthorn bush, Espinheiro leaves guests wanting for nothing. Its hallowed walls harbour two swimming pools, a spa, spacious and comfortable common areas, and rooms with views of olive groves and gardens. The fully consecrated church just off reception may not be of practical use to us, but it is a wonder to behold. View hotel website »

Resting on the bank of the Lima River, Paço de Vitorino is a former family manor from the 16thC turned boutique hotel. Exquisitely detailed, the hotel offers 15 intimate rooms set within the vast bucolic countryside. View hotel website »  

Planted in the heart of the Arrábida Natural Park, Casa Palmela is a home with history. A former farm manor turned boutique hotel, the estate represents an escape from the hustle of urban life. Roam the 70 hectares of privately-owned land and settle down on your personal terrace to take it all in.  View hotel website »

Set within the resplendent confines of a natural park, Vidago Palace Hotel is the intersection of venerated luxury and natural beauty. Commissioned during the reign of King Carlos I, the hotel was meant to capitalize on the famous waters of Vidago, once considered a national interest. Today, the thermal spa, elaborate suites, golf course and exceptional hospitality mark it as a standard for the 21st century.  View hotel website »