This timeless hotel combines history, design and craftsmanship

Five historic buildings brought seamlessly up-to-date provide a place for people to slow down and connect in this charming Porto hotel.

• by Karen McCartney

The charming riverside wine region in the midst of a craft beer boom

Viticulture has long dominated Portugal’s second city, but travellers who prefer beer (cerveja) are increasingly merry here.

• by Steve McKenna

An Instagrammer’s dream, this hotel is almost too cool for its own good

This Porto, Portugal, hotel stays on the right side of being the preserve of hipsters, while offering some of the best views in the city.

• by Jamie Lafferty

Portugal cruise with Silversea: Exploring Vila Nova de Gaia, the home of Port wine

Porto quickly has you under its spell. But my plan is to leave Porto immediately. My target instead is Vila Nova de Gaia.

• by Steve McKenna

Scenic Azure Portugal cruise: At port in a picture-book city

A meander through the majestic Douro Valley on a luxury river cruise ship begins in Portugal's history-rich second city.

• by Mark Chipperfield

Lisbon versus Porto in Portugal: Stunning cities, close ties, bitter rivals

Lisbon and Porto are like beautiful, warring siblings, both vying for attention.

• by Sue Williams

Porto, Portugal: Where temptation will get the better of you

There is temptation everywhere you go in this Portuguese city.

• by Catherine Marshall

Things to do in Porto, Portugal: A three minute guide

A wonderful, bargainous place to eat and – especially – drink.

• by David Whitley

Europe's most romantic cities, besides Paris

There are plenty of other beautiful cities for travellers looking for a romantic setting, writes Ute Junker.

• by Ute Junker

There is more to Europe than Paris and Rome

Europe's lesser-visited cities are just as eye-catching, fascinating and fun as their more well-trodden counterparts, writes David Whitley.