Hidden Oasis in "Invicta"
Unique Boutique Hotels
The New York Times once stated, “An ideal day in Porto combines both the grandeur of its history and it’s very up-to-the-minute cool”. The city has an authentic historical vein and soul, its luxurious hotels are not an exception. Preserving its heritage and character, the Vila Foz Hotel is a majestic palatial building, located on the seafront ,10 minutes from the city center and surrounded by unrivalled tranquility. Upon arrival, you’re taken to the revival of the highest bourgeoisie of Porto, maintaining all the original traces of the luxurious architectural details of the 19th century adapted to the modern luxury of our days. Not far, there's another city pearl, theTorel Avantgarde a fascinating five stars art boutique hotel that’s been ranked by the Guardian Newspaper, as the best hotel in Europe 2018. This property evokes the elegance of the 1930s/1940s, whilst celebrating contemporary Portuguese art, design and dedicating each room to an avant-garde artist. It ultimately becomes a space to live art, to touch art, and to feel the heart and passion of the artist while tasting the local flavours.
Less than an hour from Porto is Amarante, the city has untouched natural beauty and genuine character. Here, the city landscapes will guide your eyes from place to place and the tranquil river flow will keep you company as you explore the city. Leaving the city center towards the verdant mountains is a beautiful wine estate with 32 hectares in the beginning of the Douro region called Monverde Wine Experience Hotel. A small part is reserved for the high-end facilities and the remaining for the production of the famous “Vinho Verde” (green wine). However, the property décor has a peculiar and modern appeal that blends with perfection with the overwhelming and beautiful landscape.
Not many have heard or tasted the freshness and distinct taste of green wine; it’s a unique wine in the world that can only be found in the Minho region. There are various local experiences to be explored, starting with learning the history of green wine, the process of making it and finally the best part tasting it. There’s also a lovely tasting of local products and understanding the connection of these flavours together with the wine. Simply walk through the vineyards and stop to have a delicious picnic…