Portugal

A simple Slow holiday in the Algarvian hills: hikes and bike rides amid cork oaks and carobs, swimming, views, sunset barbecues and stars

An exquisitely restored 1850s townhouse, steeped in history, with a sweet garden and within walking distance of the historic centre of Porto

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

A breezy hilltop house within walking distance of Sintra - a Unesco world heritage town that inspired Byron, royals & creatives

Shady spots in the garden, a pool overlooked by tall palms, a bar nook stocked with drinks and a new spa in the Serra do Açor

A country idyll in the hills. Only 15 mins from Faro, but all is peaceful: dip in the pool, sip a cocktail in the shade, book in for dinner

Tranquil house on a family-run wine estate with its own orchard, garden and swimming pool, and a picturesque village a short stroll away

An eco B&B in the hills of a forested park, close to historic Sintra and the golden beach of Adraga. Breakfasts are organic and vegetarian

A 16th century townhouse transformed into a discreet, luxurious, truly hospitable central Porto hotel – everything’s within walking distance

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool

Close to Atlantic beaches and Moorish Tavira, a traditional summer home next to the peaceful shore front of the Ria Formosa

Family farmhouse hotel in Monchique foothills. Swim in the natural pool, snooze under palm & aromatic pine trees, breakfast on the terrace

Let the kids play and cavort in the big heated pool as you bask on the magnificent terrace. Unashamed luxury close to lovely old Loulé

Charming, laid-back B&B in the foothills of the Algarve. All you hear are the birds, yet the beaches are a ten-minute drive

A light, bright village house with a courtyard garden - 5 minutes from Cabo da Roca where the sunsets and views are spectacular

The living is easy here: laze in the subtropical garden, float in the saltwater pool, let the kids play and meet other guests over dinner

Chill under poolside palm trees or lose yourself in novels on super comfy armchairs. Funchal with its colourful markets is within easy reach

Extraordinary, friendly, foodie - for elegantly restful days, for exploring the Algarve and Andalucía: countryside, coast and historic towns