We are beyond thrilled to share that Abreu Events (covering our Conferences, M&I, and Leisure segments) has been crowned Best DMC at the Portugal Trade Awards by Publituris at BTL 2025!
How are you adjusting to current home base reality?
At the beginning it took me some discipline, I had to create my own little office environment, create my new routine and getting dressed I was going to the office was crucial to start my day… then it’s working as usual, been in touch with my colleagues on a regular basis, having a few conference calls throughout the day.
Funny enough, my challenge has been with my two small dogs, I live in an apartment… keeping both my dogs away and quiet, is interesting to say the least. I did allow them to be with me a couple of times, this scenario happened, halfway through a Zoom call, I had one of them crawling up my leg wanting some attention, whilst I’m trying to keep a normal face for my colleagues and discretely trying to make my dog stop. Now, I think is safe to say, they’re starting to understand that if I’m at my desk and not giving them attention that they’ve to put their best behaviour on…!
One of the main attractions of the Spanish capital is its local gastronomy, based on traditional recipes and flavours. In recent years, restaurants are arising with new flavors and contemporary touch, spicing it up the restaurant options in Madrid. To enhance your dining experience, some of these restaurants are opened to cooking activities, as well.
The Spanish gastronomy is diverse as the size of the country; “pintxos” are typical from the Basque Country and are smaller than a normal “tapas”, perfect to be served in a cocktail.
There’s more to Barcelona than just the Catalan Cuisine, the city is a cauldron of culinary uniqueness and upcoming new chefs. The uniqueness is felt in their restaurants with avant-garde atmosphere and at times mesmerizing views.
At the gothic quarter of El Born there’s a delicious pearl with a rustic ambient that’s a reference of the Basque Cuisine in Barcelona, their famous grilled “txuletones” dish (tender rib steak).
The Portuguese archipelago of the Azores won the “100 Most Sustainable Destination” in the Best of Nature Category. Abreu Events can design an incredible experience with unique activities exploring its iconic landscapes...
The awards ceremony normally happens during ITB Berlin that unfortunately was cancelled this year. The Azores has been protecting and preserving its natural beauty by the aid of the government and local entities. Following and promoting sustainability with a rich and protected geodiversity and marine life, natural areas have well-regulated hiking trails, as well as, an “eco-school”. These magnificent islands have won the following sustainability prizes over the years:
In recent years Madrid’s city council has done efforts to fight against pollution, especially in the central areas of the city. Abreu Events Madrid can create unique and eco-friendly experiences for your next event.
Moving around Madrid has never been so dynamic and sustainable, the activities range from a bike tour passing by the green areas and stunning parks of the city, tuk tuk and segways have full access to the city center allowing us to design our own route.
There’s a new retreat facing the sea with 21 luxurious and unique rooms, very close to stunning Lake of Sete Cidades. Abreu Events Azores can have the hotel in exclusive for your next event with us.
Apart from the magnificent rooms, this picturesque location has trendy restaurant with adjacent bar area, outdoor and indoor swimming pool, a beautiful garden, a spa and wellness centre. Even through, there isn’t a meeting room; it’s easily to adapt the restaurant area into a small meeting space. Moreover, it will be applying sustainability practices and enhancing a greener “Azores Experience”.
Beginning of a New Year equals to fantastic openings in the city of the seven hills, ranging from unique and majestic 5 stars properties that can host your next event to an emblematic venue in the heart of the historic quarter in Lisbon.
An ancient palace built in 1533 with a library with over 18 thousand books and a museum with works by Rubens, Ticiano and Correggio is now a luxurious 5 stars property with 83 rooms and five meeting rooms. Moreover, it has a Portuguese cuisine with a Mediterranean influence featuring a direct access to the gardens, swimming pool and a spa.
Even though being quite a small country, Portugal is as diverse as it can be and Porto wouldn’t be any different. The New Year arrived with unique hotels where besides business; you may find relaxing moments in fabulous locations in the “city of bridges”.
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On 21st of June 2018, Lisbon was awarded the title of European Green Capital 2020. The distinction is the result an assessment with 12 indicators conducted by international experts, aimed to evaluate the city’s sustainability. More than 30 European cities were in the running of the title, but it was the Portuguese capital that emerged victorious.
The juries felt that Lisbon can be an inspiration and a role-model for many cities across Europe, clearly demonstrating that sustainability and economic growth go hand-in-hand. This is recognition of the work Lisbon has been developing over the last decade, as well as being the first time that a Southern European capital has won this distinction; Lisbon will be launching environmental initiatives throughout 2020.