Green Capital Guimarães

Guimarães: Europe's Green Capital for 2026

Situated in the rolling hills of northern Portugal, Guimarães isn’t just any old town—it’s often called the cradle of the nation. You’ll find it a short train ride from Porto, in the Minho region. Locals take pride in their vinho verde and leafy landscapes.
Braga wins the European Commission Award for Sustainable Mobility

Braga wins the European Commission Award for Sustainable Mobility

Braga has been announced the winner of the Sustainable Mobility Award for the 2022 edition of the European Mobility Week, awarded by the European Commission, the municipality announced on 24th March 2023. The city of Braga adds this award to a list of many that the city has already one, in its incr
Guimarães is the most beautiful small town in Europe

The 10 most beautiful small towns in Europe

Is a trip around Europe in your plans for this summer? Then this ranking is for you: here you will find the 10 most beautiful small towns in Europe, according to the travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler.
Living in Lisbon

Lisbon is one of the healthiest cities in the world to live in 2022

Portugal continues to shine as one of the best places to live in the world and yet again is standing out in various world rankings. Portugal was recently voted the best country in the world for teleworking when travelling, as well as being the fourth best country in the world for retirement.
Romantic destinations for Valentine's Day

The most romantic movie destinations for Valentine's Day

February 14th, Valentine's Day, is the most romantic day of the year, and in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the world, love certainly isn't cancelled. This year might be all about flowers and chocolate, but to help get you in the mood, we're going to take a tour of some of th