Douro Valley in a Day

Only 60 minutes from Tiny Escape, the Douro valley is the world’s largest mountain vineyard region and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s an easy excursion that gives you a bucket-list loop of vineyards, charming villages, a boat ride, a relaxed lunch on a river terrace and a jaw-dropping miradoura (scenic overlook). We recommend that […]
Welcome to Coimbra: old, wise, and forever young

Coimbra presents you with a paradox: it’s one of Portugal’s most ancient cities, yet thanks to its university, it pulses with youthful energy. Once the medieval capital of Portugal, it sits perched on a hill overlooking the Mondego River, its winding streets whispering centuries of secrets. Because of its university life, Coimbra is never stodgy […]