Guide: https://enth.to/OldWorld In a decade, Portugal’s obscenely beautiful Douro Valley has evolved from a sleepy hinterland of remote vineyards to a wine collector’s dream destination. Infrastructure improvements and a new crop of hotels offer fresh enticements beyond the city. Romantic Porto, detailed with cobblestone streets, tiled façades and historic Port houses, deserves several days.

While Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, has been a popular vacation spot for some time, tourists have recently started venturing farther north to the country’s next hit destination: the city of Porto. Known for its world-famous Porto wine, beautiful Douro river, and welcoming community, Porto has captured the hearts of many and even earned the title for Best European Destination in 2017. I was lucky enough to visit Porto in October 2017, and headed back again in April 2018. Knowing how difficult it can be to plan a trip that encompasses everything the unvanquished city has to offer, I’ve put together a list of my favorite spots in Porto. Bora lá! https://passionpassport.com/guide-to-the-best-of-porto/

Porto, like the rest of Portugal, is a seafood paradise. No matter the season, there’s always a good reason to head out in search of delectable shellfish or perfectly grilled finfish (sardines, anyone?), and if you haven’t yet tried octopus, take the opportunity to do so in Porto. Here is our list of the best seafood restaurants in Porto, and a few tips on which dishes to order. Read More: https://theculturetrip.com/europe/portugal/articles/best-seafood-restaurants-porto/