Beach beauty: exploring the Alentejo coast

The Portuguese are wise; they keep the best for themselves.

Not a tourist in sight: exploring Portugal’s Alentejo

Photographer Laurent Nilles makes the most of the chance to travel from Luxembourg to Portugal.

A window into the past: the best historical sights in Alentejo

From crumbling castles to preserved palaces, this region offers an extraordinary insight into Portugal’s rich past.

A taste of Portugal: the best food and drink in the Alentejo

Find out what not to miss on a food tour of this oft-overlooked Portuguese region

A wine-taster’s guide to Alentejo

Take a tour around Alentejo and discover the best places to try fine wine in the region.

The best spring getaways

Whether you’re looking for a romantic break, wanting to roam alone, or seeking a family holiday over Easter, we know where to go.

An Englishman’s home: Europe’s most impressive castles

From complex histories to spectacular architecture, castles have so much to offer.

14 European national parks that you’ve probably never heard of

There are many national parks in Europe that remain fairly unknown. Here you can discover 14 of the best. Why miss out on visiting somewhere spectacular?