Alentejo is located in the South part of Portugal, between Lisbon and the Algarve. The word itself “Além-Tejo” means “beyond the Tagus River”, since its geographical limits start right there, after the Tagus River. It borders also, on East with Spain and on West with the Atlantic Ocean. Most noteworthy the region occupies about…
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It’s harvest season!!!
Did you know that September is the peak of harvest season in Portugal? The vineyards come alive, while workers actively pick the mature grapes that will originate wonderful wines… only the best bunches are selected for the super premium, that, in most places is still produced the old way – selecting the best varieties and…
And the best destination is… Portugal! And we aren’t the ones saying it!
Portugal is definitely a ‘go-to’ destination. Tourists from 174 countries considered Praia de Galapinhos in Parque Natural da Arrábida as the best beach in Europe. And for the 3rd time Oporto was considered the best European destination in 2017. The Guardian presents us with a route through rural Portugal that has its fair share of…
Top 5 Portuguese castles to visit
Throughout the centuries, Portugal was endowed with remarkable figures, most of them associated with the history of Portugal. Equally important were the castles, which served to protect the country in the past and have contributed to make Portugal one of the most beautiful countries in terms of culture and connection to the past. In this…
Guide of Portuguese Wines
Portuguese wines have been in the mouth of several editors, journalists, and such. These wines distinguish themselves due to the existence of over 285 indigenous grape varieties, the different blends possible and the unique kind of production. Check for yourself why portuguese wines stand amongst the best. The Portuguese Wine Production Portuguese culture and the…
Portugal Destinations
Portugal has a very strong feature, which is often associated with its climate, its light and its beaches, but it goes beyond that. Portugal has culture, wines and landscapes, as well as beaches. In this text you can find 4 natural destinations that encompass all these aspects. Algarve We start with the most logical, with…
Sara Bodowsky’s experience in “The Alentejo Vineyards Colours”
RBS Group’s journalist Sara Bodowsky came for a luxury bike tour with us in Alentejo last September, and now writes all about her experience. Passing through emblematic places in the region, like Évora, Beja or Monsaraz, the “feeling of crossing the sunny fields of the south of Portugal with the wind blowing in the face”…
Do you know how to adjust your saddle?
It’s an awesome feeling when you sit on your bike to do your favourite sport and your saddle is perfectly adjusted! But how exactly do you achieve that? That’s what you’re about to find out in this article. Firstly, here are the two major warnings that your saddle isn’t adjusted just right for you. If…
6 Reasons to choose Portugal
1 – Lisbon Lisbon has the history, the culture and the modernity as few world capitals do. The light sparkles in each of its streets, and the São Jorge castle and many of its scenic viewpoints command unique sightings, bringing together the urban development with the river and its bridges. The Padrão dos Descobrimentos and…
Alentejo’s Gastronomy
Alentejo’s gastronomy is easily one of Portugal’s most flavourful, which in its own right is a country well known for its typical dishes, ranging from fish to meat to seafood. There are inumerous dishes that make for Alentejo’s cuisine, and even more stories to go with them. Typical Alentejo cuisine, so it’s told, comes from…