Another River Cruise Line to Begin Sailing on the Douro in Portugal
Douro river cruises are among the fastest-growing itineraries in European river cruising, and one river cruise line is building a new ship to join the rush to Portugal. Beginning in 2024, Avalon Waterways will be the latest river cruise line to embark on this increasingly popular route, joining Uniworld, Tauck, AmaWaterways, Scenic, Emerald Cruises and others on this western-most European river cruise route.Calling its new itinerary “a new view on the Old World,” Avalon Waterways says the new route will...
Now you can cook classic Portuguese recipes in drag on @AirbnbExperiences
Now you can cook classic Portuguese recipes in drag on @AirbnbExperiences. Pedro, a.k.a. Teresa Al Dente, shares his love of food and performance in an unforgettable night. Start by getting into character with a full makeover. Then step into the kitchen to make flaming chorizo, stone soup, and other traditional dishes Pedro learned from his family. You’ll share dinner with a cast of professional drag queens, followed by dessert and lip syncing. Make the family recipe with Pedro, or explore more...
Having so much of Porto right outside your windows can feel a little overwhelming
Having so much of Porto right outside your windows can feel a little overwhelming. Fortunately, Bruno, your Superhost, is happy to point you toward his favorite ways to get to know the city. One suggestion: grab a Francesinha sandwich and bike along the Douro to the Atlantic. Photo: @yyeun
Superhost Miguel’s bright apartment puts the Douro River between you and the crowds of Porto
Superhost Miguel’s bright apartment puts the Douro River between you and the crowds of Porto. When you’re hungry, cross the river to the cafes along the cobblestone streets of the Ribeira district. When you’re very hungry, stay on your side of the river for a hearty francesinha—the classic local sandwich drenched in sauce—at Perto do Cais. Photo: @sabrab_sa
Why Travelers in the Know are Booking A Douro River Cruise in Portugal
Have you taken a river cruise in Europe yet? The 'Big Three' river cruises are the Rhine, the Danube and the Rhone/Saone. You may have heard about cruising on the Seine, even Main and Moselle cruises.But for a little 'off the beaten track' river cruising in Europe, Portugal's Douro river is enjoying its day in the sun. Warm-weather Portugal, in the heart of the Porto wine region's, scenic villages, history and picture-perfect vineyards, is an idyllic spring, summer and fall river cruising destination....
Why Travelers in the Know are Booking A Douro River Cruise in Portugal
Have you taken a river cruise in Europe yet? The 'Big Three' river cruises are the Rhine, the Danube and the Rhone/Saone. You may have heard about cruising on the Seine, even Main and Moselle cruises.But for a little 'off the beaten track' river cruising in Europe, Portugal's Douro river is enjoying its day in the sun. Warm-weather Portugal, in the heart of the Porto wine region's, scenic villages, history and picture-perfect vineyards, is an idyllic spring, summer and fall river cruising destination....