Wine has been produced by traditional landholders in the Alto Douro region for some 2,000 years. Since the 18th century, its main product, port wine, has been world famous for its quality. This long ...

In the Douro Valley near Pinhao, Portugal. The Douro Valley is one of the world’s best known wine regions. (In fact, it’s the oldest demarcated wine region—declared way back in 1756, when it was a ...

ENTRE-OS-RIOS, Portugal – Beneath terraces of vineyards and olive trees in the undulating landscape of northern Portugal so alluring that the region has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a ...

Portuguese wines deliver outstanding quality and value, native grapes, food-friendly balance, sustainable farming, and ...

“SEE these olive trees?” said Celso Pereira as his pickup truck slalomed down a road flanked by thousands of them, their pale, pointy leaves glistening faintly, their limbs wretched and magnificent ...

The Douro Valley in Portugal seems an unlikely source for bottles with delicacy and subtlety, but producers are now creating elegant reds and whites. By Eric Asimov VILA SECA, Portugal — In the cellar ...

Whether or not you’ve got wine on the mind, the cup here overflows for travelers. Check out five great reasons to explore in and around the Douro Valley—none of which have anything to do with grapes.

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Northern Portugal’s Douro Valley is home to a wide range of cultural experiences — whether it’s hiking through pine forests, exploring historic towns or visiting the vineyards where port wine grapes ...

In response to robust demand, Tauck plans to add two new riverboats on the Seine and Douro rivers in 2027 – in addition to two new ships set to debut on the French and Portuguese riverways next year.