Every year, Condé Nast Traveller distinguishes the best among many touristic categories. For 2019, Portugal won a distinction with Hotel Palácio Estoril being considered the “Best For Targeted Healing“. If you’re wondering why does Hotel Palácio Estoril deserve this prestigious distinction, stay with us on this guided tour through this holistic experience that will make you […]
Month: January 2019
Vila Vita Parc: Get a behind the scenes look of a luxury hotel
Who is curious to learn how a luxury hotel as Vila Vita Parc works behind the scenes? Secrets from Portugal had the excellent opportunity to spent an entire week at one of the best Leading Hotels of the World, Vila Vita Parc, in the beautiful shores of Algarve. In this article, you’ll get to see a series […]
Best Architecture Projects: the House by Correia/Ragazzi Arquitectos
One of the most wonderful Secrets from Portugal is its imposing architecture and today we’re going to tell you everything about the best architecture projects. The number of the best architecture projects built in Portugal, with the signature of Portuguese architects, is growing and at a fast pace. So today we will show you a rehabilitation project that is […]
Anantara SPA is one of the most luxurious spas in the world
One of the best Secrets from Portugal is the number of luxury hotels and spa resorts that keep flourishing all over the sunny country by the Atlantic Ocean. And a good example is the Anantara Spa in Lisbon, located in Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa. Definitely, a must-visit place if you are planning to visit Portugal. […]
Le Monumental Palace is the new luxury hotel in Porto
It was 7 o’clock in the afternoon when Avenida dos Aliados, in Porto, was invaded by newspapers men, who sold “O Nacional”, a Portuguese newspaper of the twentieth century. “Last minute news, Le Monumental Palace is being inaugurated”, they shouted to anyone who wanted to listen. The building, which corresponded to the trip […]
Convento do Espinheiro will take you into a unique experience
Secrets from Portugal will take you to the most wonderful places in Portugal that must be known by the entire world. And here is one of them: Convento do Espinheiro is an excellent well-kept secret in Portugal that you must visit to collect a one-of-a-kind experience. This sacred place is a luxury hotel housed in a centuries-old convent which […]
Portuguese Brutalist Architecture is presented in Atlantic Pavilion
Portuguese brutalist architecture is present in an outstanding sports centre recently completed in Portugal by Valdemar Coutinho Arquitectos that features elements of brutalist architecture, the most evident aspect being angular concrete surfaces that funnel daylight into the building’s public foyer. The sports facility was created for the use of the locally based Pedro Barbosa School as […]
Maison et Objet Talks: Portugal, Eldorado Archi, Design, Craft?
Maison et Objet talks programme has been quite inspiring this year, where topics from French identity to Chinese and Portuguese design have been discussed. Secrets from Portugal had the pleasure to be live at the last Maison et Objet talks, “Portugal, Eldorado archi, design, craft?”, a conference destinated to discuss why Portugal has played such an […]
Michelin star restaurants: The complete guide for 2019
The Iberic Michelin Guide gala awarded Portugal with 3 new Michelin Star restaurants and upgraded one to the 2-Michelin star status. Portugal longs for a 3-star recognition that still wasn’t fulfilled. From the North to the South and Islands, Portugal is full of exquisite cuisine that longs to be experienced. Secrets from Portugal presents you […]
Ourivesaria Tavares develops innovative yet classic jewellery designs
Established in 1922, Ourivesaria Tavares is one of the most prestigious goldsmithery factories in Portugal, based in Póvoa de Varzim. They are best known for creating jewellery and sacred art pieces that amalgamate an unrivalled level of tradition and innovation. In all of their creations, they focus on using only the best materials and techniques […]