Portugal in Winter

In 2012, my closest friends and I decided to go all out for our 30th birthdays. Spread out around the world, we were obliged to choose a central destination, with the added stipulation that none of us had been there before—a tall order when your group consists of seven passionate travelers! After back-and-forth emails and Skype sessions, we agreed to Portugal, a beautiful country offering an array of experiences in one. We explored a bustling city, hiked through lush green forests, and waded into the ocean.

Lisbon – Commerce Square, Jeronimo’s Monastery, Belem Tower, St. George’s Castle

Sintra – Palácio da Vila, Palácio da Pena, Palacio Nacional, Moorish Castle, Quinta da Regaleira, Seteais Palace

Madeira – Quinta do Riacho (horseback riding), Ponta de Sao Lourenco (hike), Monte Palace Tropical Garden, Botanical Gardens Madeira

Lx Boutique Hotel
Rua do Alecrim, N12, 1200-017 Lisboa
(+351) 21 347 43 97

CS Madeira Atlantic Resort & Sea Spa
Estrada Monumental 175-177, Funchal
(+351) 29 171 77 00