Exceeded all of our expectations
Portugal | Aug 11 - Aug 19, 2023

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Karen Y.
Basking Ridge, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 20, 2023

We loved our trip to Portugal both in Lisbon and Algarve. Pedro was fantastic. He was fast to support and quickly understood our interest of both active and relaxing vacations. We enjoyed all our actives and hotels were great ! His restaurant recommendations were spot on and really gave us a sense fro different locations to experience. Everyone loved the Cave Kayaking in Lagos as our best experience but it was all excellent. Pedro also checked in with us daily to ensure we had a great time and remind us on what the next adventure would be. I literally didn’t have to think which is what I liked best. We will definitely return to Portugal where the weather was spectacular and the people were so friendly .

Hotel Reviews
The One Palácio da Anunciada
Lisbon

Beautiful hotel and very close to everything but quiet and serene. Breakfast was awesome in the beautiful outside garden.

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Palmares Beach House Hotel - Adults Only
Lagos

Beautiful view of the ocean (just note you can’t walk to it). Restaurant was fantastic and service was very helpful and attentive. We got a shuttle to the beach and rented beach beds for the day and it worked out well. Dinner at this restaurant was our favorite on our entire trip. Very quiet and peaceful.

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A bit far so you need a car or Uber but it balances the bush with quiet
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Pestana Cidadela Cascais
Cascais

So cute and very Artsy! It was a great stop on our last night. Staff was very helpful and friendly. So many places to explore in the hotel and the art work was so great.

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Activity Reviews
Private Boat Voyage to the Spectacular Benagil Grottoes
Private Boat Voyage to the Spectacular Benagil Grottoes
Portugal

Highly recommend. It’s so beautiful and cool to see the caves.

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To Eat Suggestion: Luca´s Rooftop Restaurant
To Eat Suggestion: Luca´s Rooftop Restaurant
Portugal

Food was great, view beautiful and staff friendly.

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Explore the Enchanting Ponta da Piedade Grottoes on a Thrilling  Kayaking Expedition
Explore the Enchanting Ponta da Piedade Grottoes on a Thrilling Kayaking Expedition
Portugal

Excellent guide and amazing way to see the caves. It was fun, easy going and beautiful. Blue fleet did a great job.

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Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Immerse Yourself in the Portuguese Culture by Experiencing a Fado Dinner
Lisbon

The Fado as amazing once they started but they took a long break after 3 songs so why it goes for a long time into the night. Food is not worth it. We were told that was the case so all fine . I would suggest find a place to drink and listen to Fado so your not disappointed before the music starts.

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To Eat Suggestion: Baía do Peixe
To Eat Suggestion: Baía do Peixe
Cascais

Very good. Friendly staff and overlooking the water. Excellent seafood

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Exploring Lisbon's Riverside on a E-Bike Adventure to Belém
Exploring Lisbon's Riverside on a E-Bike Adventure to Belém
Lisbon

Beautiful bike ride. And great views over the water and monuments.

Lisbon Walking Tour + Delicious Portuguese Flavours
Lisbon Walking Tour + Delicious Portuguese Flavours
Lisbon

Excellent guide and walk. He adjusted our walk based on what we had seen the day before which we loved. The wine tasting was a great way to end the walk and we covered a lot of ground.

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Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Unveil the Fairytale Villa of Sintra with a Private Driver Service
Portugal

Very crowded so just be prepared. Our driver was great and recommended a great restaurant for lunch which was outstanding over the ocean and away from the crowds of Sintra. Hiking in the Pena Palace was our favorite and I would recommend if the lines are too long explore all the outside area and gardens and you could skip the inside if you don’t want to give up too much time on your day. Outside is beautiful.

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Local specialist: Pedro Luis
Pedro
Pedro Luis
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Aug 20, 2023

Hello Karen,
Thank you so much for spending some time writing this feedback - Your positive experience and comments really mean a lot to me.
Looking forward to welcome you, your friends and family in the future :)
Your friend in Portugal - Pedro