Podcasts about Douro

Is a river cruise just a floating hotel, or can it be one of the most authentic ways to travel? In this episode, we explore the world of Riviera Travel river cruises with the brand's North American President, Stuart Milan. As the UK's #1 river cruise and tour operator makes its official entry into the US market, we uncover what "upper premium" travel really means and ask the crucial question: How can you find a genuine, meaningful cultural connection while traveling along Europe's most historic waterways?Stuart Milan reveals the secrets behind Riviera Travel's 40-year success and its expansion as Riviera Travel US. We dive deep into what sets their luxury ships and curated itineraries apart, from their intentionally smaller passenger capacity to their upcoming all-inclusive drinks package in 2026. Stuart explains the unique value proposition of an upper premium river cruise, which combines luxury hardware with incredible value, providing an experience that sits comfortably above standard premium lines without the formalities of ultra-luxury. Discover how these journeys offer an authentic European river cruise experience by docking directly in the heart of medieval cities and ancient towns along the Danube, Rhine, and Douro rivers. You'll learn how you can step off the ship and be immediately immersed in the local culture.Beyond the destinations, we unpack Riviera's specialized programs that cater to specific travel styles. Stuart gives us an inside look at their robust solo travel river cruises, which include entire sailings dedicated exclusively to solo travelers—not just a few single cabins on a regular cruise. He also highlights their comprehensive group travel offerings, confidently stating they have one of the best propositions in the market for groups. We also discuss Riviera's "Grand Tours," which combine their award-winning land tours with their signature Riviera Travel river cruises for a longer, more immersive European vacation. From Stuart's personal journey through the travel industry to the intricate details of what makes a thoughtful holiday, this conversation is your guide to a better way of river cruising.About Our Guest:Stuart Milan is the President of Riviera Travel North America. With a lifelong career in the travel industry, from starting in customer service to launching startup travel brands, Stuart brings a wealth of experience to his role. He is now spearheading the expansion of Riviera Travel, the UK's largest river cruise operator, into the United States, aiming to bring their award-winning "upper premium" European experiences to American travelers.Timestamps / Chapters:(00:00) Can River Cruising Be an Authentic Way to Travel?(03:20) Getting to Know Stuart Milan: His Personal Travel Rituals(08:55) Stuart's Journey: From Customer Service to Travel Company President(14:00) Introducing Riviera Travel: The UK's #1 River Cruise Line Comes to the US(21:00) Defining the "Upper Premium" River Cruise Experience(24:00) Beyond Europe: The Future of Riviera's Global Itineraries(25:10) Combining Land & River: An Inside Look at Riviera's "Grand Tours"(28:15) The "No Tourists Allowed" Debate: Is a River Cruise Truly Authentic?(38:00) Who Travels with Riviera? A Deep Dive into Solo and Group Cruises(45:00) Exciting Giveaway: How to Win a Luxury Princess Cruise to AlaskaEpisode ResourcesLearn more about Riviera TravelDiscover Riviera's Solo Traveler CruisesExplore the Grand ToursEnter the GiveawayInstagramYouTubeLinkedInProduced by Podcast Studio X.

Duncsák Krisztina, portugáliai idegenvezető és Szegedi Márta, a Tokaji Séta házigazdája beszélgetnek arról, milyen különbségek és hasonlóságok vannak Magyarország és Portugália borturizmusában. Szó esik a szüreti élményekről, a pincészetek marketingjéről, és arról is, miért érdemes személyesen megtapasztalni a borvidékek egyedi hangulatát. www.tokajiseta.hu www.portugalhu.com #bor #borkóstoló #tokaj #utazás 0:00 Beköszönés0:26 Szegedi Márta, a Tokaji Séta - bemutatkozás3:12 Duncsák Krisztina - bemutatkozás3:22: Douro-völgye vs Tokaj 4:21 Magyarországon a világon az egyik a legtöbb szőlőfajta6:22 Portugál bor turizmus13:40 Látvány szüret Magyarországon15:10 Látvány szüret Portugáliában20:29 Portugál és a magyar mentalitás: dobozosan és dobozon kívül25:15 2-3 napos túrák - csomagok33:15 Magyar vendégek Portugáliában36:10 Borkóstoló gépek vs borászatban kóstoló37:32 Záró gondolatok40:04 Elköszönés---------------

This week Sam discusses harvest in Austria, Savoie and California, Douro's oversupply plan, Gallo's acquisition of Whiny Baby, a surge in wine imports to India, Académie Internationale du Vin's open letter and new regulations on the use of copper as a fungicide in France. You can read the transcript of this newscast (with linked news sources) at https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/frances-copper-limits-challenge-organics-california-fruit-left-unpicked-douro-oversupply.

Edição de 15 de Setembro 2025

Nesta edição d´A Essência começamos no Douro com o projecto romântico de Inês e Francisco Ferreira - a Quinta do Olival Velho com os vinhos Trufa. Depois, viajamos pelo Atlântico para conhecer o Bioma, o restaurante do Pico que está a dar que falar.

Nesta edição d'A Essência começamos no Douro com o projecto romântico de Inês e Francisco Ferreira - a Quinta do Olival Velho com os vinhos Trufa. Depois, viajamos pelo Atlântico para conhecer o Bioma, o restaurante do Pico que está a dar que falar.

Da Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo no Douro até ao The Grove Houses em Guimarães, siga viagem connosco neste regresso de férias do Essência e não perca as sugestões da Revista de Vinhos.

While we were on a between-seasons recording break [now back with Season SEVEN!] we've had so many more listeners writing in, looking to be united with their perfect perfume (often for extremely specific occasions, calling for suitably specific scents). So, in this week's episode we are playing catch-up - focusing on those #listenerprescriptions & finding THE ideal fragrances for situations encompassing......Celebrating a wedding anniversary in Portugal, overcoming imposter syndrome while attending lectures at Cambridge university, existentially scenting a flipped fairytale of a frog turned into a Queen, an emotional plea for the scent of hope, & a makeup artist's client seeking a bright, floral bouquet echoing a fancy plug-in. Blimey! We recommended...For Luci Tither's Porto perfume suggestions:@clausporto Agua Clementina – shimmering citrus groves, orange sunlight, Douro river zest.@clausporto Agua Flores – white & gold petals at dawn, jasmine-laced Atlantic breezes, wild volcanic gardens.@clausporto Le Parfum – fig, watermelon & wooded mystery by the riverside. @bdkparfumsparis Nectar Oud – raspberry-leather with a sunset sparkle@kilianparis Moonlight in Heaven.For Astrid's confidence at Cambridge:@perfumerh Steam – crisp, morning-forest inspiration@diptyque L'Eau Papier – musky ink, rice-steamed pages@commesdesgarconsparfums 2 – clever ink shadows & noble woods.For Em's primordial Queen:@storaskuggan Hexensalbe – enigmatic green magic@walesperfumery Forest – mossy, mulchy mystique@kingdomscotland Portal – botanical, pine-draped Scottish wonder@vyrao Mamajuju – spiced, clay-earth grounding@lartisanparfumeur Abyssae for magical, herbaceous roseFor Katie's fragrance of hope:@maisonfranciskurkdjian Kurky – spiced optimism@olfactiveo Skin – creamy, woody solace@ellisbrooklyn Vanilla Milk – comforting, velvety, vanilla dream@mabelleorama Lunar Dust – celestial, powdery woodsFor LauraSimonMakeup client's 'Smell of Spring':@florislondon Edwardian Bouquet – green hyacinth, fresh florals, leafy light@alfredsung Sung – galbanum fresh, verdant florals & creamy vanilla

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Esta temporada quiero recomendarte mucho vino. Y debemos empezar por esta joya oculta en los viñedos del DOuro que produce uno de los mejores vinos de Portugal y también uno de los mas curiosos. Además, oh milagro, es todavía asequible! ¿Lo será por mucho más tiempo? Aprovecha esta recomendación para catar uno de los mejores vinos de Portugal ahora que es posible, e incluso guarda algunas botellas para cuando suban de precio! Esta es una recomendación BAJA EN TONTERÍAS para la familia Camaleón de la CARA B de Vino para Camaleones. Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de VINO PARA CAMALEONES. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/766575

On this episode, we're heading back to Portugal for a full review of the Destino Fifth Empire Douro Red Blend 2019. This bold red had us swirling through notes of cherry, plum, vanilla, and oak with a floral twist that caught us off guard. This week, we dig into the grapes Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz, and talk about what each brings to the blend as part of our learning segment. We also debate the value of box wine at a Michelin-star dinner, and of course, give our final verdict.If you're into Portuguese red wine, Douro blends, or just love hearing wine nerds get passionate, this one's for you.Connect with the show. We would love to hear from you!Stop Wasting Your Wine on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/stopwastingyourwine/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stop Wasting Your Wine on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StopWastingYourWine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Stop Wasting Your Wine Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stopwastingyourwine.com/⁠⁠⁠00:00 – Intro and Welcome02:27 -- This Evenings Wine 04:30 -- Wine Discussion: Smells and Sips16:31 -- Learning Segment: Wine Nuggets?!24:27 -- The Review28:22 -- Game: "PiNope or ChardonnYay!"32:24 -- Outro

Esta semana, voltamos à Mêda, primeiro, para conhecer os vinhos Souvall da família Ferraz, na região da Beira Interior. Depois, para o evento Há Beira & Douro, onde se falou muito de enoturismo. No final, tempo ainda para as habituais sugestões semanais, a pensar nos longos dias de Verão. Fique para o que é realmente essencial.

Viticultores manifestaram-se na Régua e em Lisboa. Exigem respostas do Governo para a crise que afecta os produtores de vinho . 

Os viticultores do Douro rumam amanhã a Lisboa,  exigem   urgentes para  travar uma crise que está a pôr em causa o futuro da produção. E da região demarcada. 

Da Quinta do Couquinho, no Douro, com vinhos que expressam um berço de terra quente, a Vila do Conde que nos leva à história e à cozinha da Casa Venceslau, entre connosco nesta viagem.

A crise dos viticultores do Douro , a reação do governo e o futuro orçamento da política agrícola comum, temas em destaque na entrevista. Edição de Cláudia Costa

O Folha Turismo desta sexta-feira vai até a Região do Douro no Norte de Portugal. O jornalista Fabiano Antunes, do site de viagem Rota1976, fala pra gente sobre os principais atrativos, entre eles, passeio de barco pelo rio Douro, visita às Quintas Nossa Senhora do Carmo e Taboadella, o vilarejo Marialva que conta com o hotel Casas de Coro, o lugar é um charme só! Sem esquecer do restaurante Doc, do chef Rui Paula, à beira do rio com vista privilegiadíssima. A Azul Linhas Aéreas tem voo direto de Recife para Porto toda quarta e sexta-feira.

A revolta dos viticultores do Douro em protesto contra a grave crise que os sufoca. Edição de Cláudia Costa.

Dizem que nunca viram o Douro tão triste e sem rumo. Amanhã saem à rua em Manifestação. Edição de Cláudia Costa

Pat Leahy talks about the commemorative events planned for this year.

A Casa do Douro alerta para as dificuldades financeiras da instituição e reclama ao Governo que a liberte das "amarras administrativas" . Edição de Cláudia Costa

Optimism is a rare commodity in the wine world today. Listen in to hear why Adrian Bridge of the Fladgate Partnership is optimistic, and what his belief has created in Porto and the Douro valley. Listen in to hear a fascinating interview on how belief helped create a vibrant tourist industry and after 333 years of Taylor's port, the company is still innovating. Plus, why he believes you can compete on brands but not climate. In partnership with The Fladgate Partnership.Find out more at: wine-conversation.com

In this episode, we are talking to Harry Crowther, founder of Tiny Wine, to explore how technology, sustainability, and storytelling are reshaping the wine world. In this episode, we unpack how Tiny Wine is using innovative tech from Coravin Vinitas to bring iconic bottles to curious palates in small, perfectly preserved 100ml tubes. We'll talk Super Tuscans, Bordeaux, and about Harry's time in the Douro, fermenting separately the big five black grape varieties. So get ready to learn the difference between Touriga Nacional and Tinta Cão, and how each contributes to the blend. You'll also hear some of Harry's stories working with Jean-Claude Berrouet, the long-time winemaker and technical director at Pétrus. So whether you're a seasoned collector or just wine-curious, there's plenty of name-dropping in this episode—and a few bottles you'll definitely want to track down. Episode Guide (Chapters)   6:08 – Launching Tiny Wine in partnership with Coravin and their Vinitas technology. 8:16 – How the Vinatas works: ‘The smallest bottling line in the world'. 9:02 – 100ml wine tubes as samples of the on-trade. 10.50 – How last do these Tiny Wine tubes last? Testing through a triangulated tasting with wine professionals. 17:09 – Harry's Perspective on Fine Wine 18.56 - The criteria for wines chosen for Tiny Wine's Tasting Boxes 21.01 - The Prize draw with a Magnum of Petrus 22.07 - Wine to try from the Super Tuscan Select box: Monte Antico 2020 23.10 - Wine to try from the Super Tuscan Explorer box: Coste del Vivo Rosso No.1 MV 22.07 - Wine to try from the Super Tuscan Select box: Monte Antico 2020 23.36: - San Polino Brunello di Montelcino 24:01 – Wine to try from the Super Tuscan Somm box includie Sassicaia, Tignanello and Caiarosso Toscana IGT 24.55 - Tignanello: The wine that created Super Tuscan Wine 26:30 – What is a Super Tuscan? (You can listen to dedicated Episode 169: Everything you need to know about Super Tuscans) 28.15: Merlot planted in Chianti Vs The famous wine made from Merlot: Masseto 30.50: Discussing Rocca di Frassinello amazing wine cellar and their Merlot wine: Baffonero 33:30 – Reflection on Portugal and influences from the Douro. 34:23 – A run down on what each of the 5 main black grapes of Douro offer to the blend 39:16 – Working with legendary winemaker Jean-Claude Berrouet at Quinta da Boavista 41:27 – Blending trials in the winery of Ventisquero Wine Estates 45:03 – The rarest bottle in Harry's Cellar: Familia Silva Branco 500l barrel of Tawny circa mid 1800s 46:37 – Best Value wine: South Africa 47.51 -  Upcoming wine region: Attica, Greece 48:20 – What's coming next for Tiny Wine. 49.39 - Most memorable wine experience: A winemaking stint on Waiheke Island, New Zealand 50.39 - Winemaker shoutout: Kardenakhi 7 for their Fortified Rkatsiteli  52:39 – Prize draws for fine wines in large formats   To connect with Harry: Linked In and Tiny Wine Website  

Tom Dunne was joined by Lynda Coogan , Brian Lloyd and Russell Alford with thanks to Marks and Spencer!This week's booze:Jean Paul Seguin Sauvignon Blanc “Le Petit” Dandy de Cidrô, Douro, Portugal

Douro Tinto is often called a “Steakhouse Wine” but that really doesn't do it justice. This fabulous wine from the Douro region of Portugal - an area most famous for the fortified wine Port - is a rich, smooth, and lovely drinking wine that needs to be on your table. Grown on very steep hillsides, the variety of the grapes in the blend can include up to 50 varieties, but the majority of the blend is usually Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz - which is the Portuguese name for Tempranillo, most famously in Rioja wines from Spain. Because of the wide-variety of grapes used, the blends can vary, but overall you can expect a lush, juicy wine with enough acidity that it pairs amazingly well with food. If you are looking for an alternative to your rich Syrah or Bordeaux or Napa Cab, and you want a wine with more balance and less punch-you-in-the-face oak, Douro Tinto is a wine you have to seek out. Wines reviewed in this episode: 2019 Quinta das Carvalhas Douro Tinto, 2021 Wine & Soul Manoella Douro TintoSend us a Text Message and we'll respond in our next episode!Contact The Wine Pair Podcast - we'd love to hear from you!Visit our website, leave a review, and reach out to us: https://thewinepairpodcast.com/Follow and DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewinepairpodcast/Send us an email: joe@thewinepairpodcast.com

In this engaging conversation, Josh and Daniel explore the nuances of living between Los Angeles and Porto, discussing the challenges and joys of expat life. Daniel shares insights on house sitting, the real estate market in Porto, and the cost of living differences between the two cities. He highlights the vibrant community in Porto, including the sailing culture and the unexpected connections to the Japanese community, making it a unique place to live. Green Ocean Global Financial Advisor:Book a call with John here- http://www.calendly.com/johnoceansgreen Choose the ExpatsEverywhere intro call and you'll get a free 15 minute call with him to see if you would like to work with him.Tango lessons: https://www.licaodetango.com/ Tango festival: https://www.festivaltangoporto.com/ Douro sailing: https://dourosporttour.com/  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Send us a text157 - Discover Europe's most breathtaking waterways in this definitive guide to river cruising! Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they reveal their expert insights on the top 5 European rivers for unforgettable cruise experiences: The Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, and Rhône. Currently sailing the Danube themselves, the Stuarts share firsthand experiences from Budapest to Vienna and beyond on luxury vessels like AmaWaterways' AmaLea.Learn why river cruising offers the perfect blend of convenience (unpack just once!) and immersion in Europe's most iconic destinations. From castle-lined shores and vineyard vistas to medieval towns and lavender fields, discover why each river offers its own unique charm. Whether you're drawn to the romance of Paris on the Seine, the wine regions of Portugal's Douro Valley, or the imperial cities along the Danube, this episode is your complete gateway to planning the European river cruise of your dreams.Perfect for first-time cruisers or experienced travelers looking to elevate their European adventure with this increasingly popular travel style. Subscribe now for more international travel inspiration, destination guides, and insider tips from veteran travelers!If we can help you plan your next adventure, please reach out at Creating Magic Vacations .com#RiverCruise #EuropeanTravel #LuxuryTravel #TravelInspiration #TravelTips #DanubeRiver #RhineRiver #EuropeanDestinations #TravelPodcast #InstagrammableTravel

This is a grape mini-series like no other! This time I untangle Malvasia, which I share is not a single grape at all, nor is it even a family of grapes. This ancient grape has unknown origins and, in many respects, is more of a brand name than a grape.    I cover the history of how the many Malvasias got their single name, discuss some commonalities in growing conditions (they are at least all Mediterranean!), and then call out the specific Malvasias of quality from Friuli, Tuscany, and Sicily in Italy; in Madeira, Douro, Dão and Colares in Portugal, and in the Canary Islands and Rioja in Spain.    Photo: Malvasía de Rioja. Credit: Rioja DOCa     I wish I could say this was a straightforward grape mini-series, but this will take many twists and turns -- hopefully I served as good enough navigator to help the ride be a little less bumpy!   ______________________________________ Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Become a member today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople _______________________________________________________________   Check out my exclusive sponsor, Wine Access.  They have an amazing selection -- once you get hooked on their wines, they will be your go-to! Make sure you join the Wine Access-Wine For Normal People wine club for wines I select delivered to you four times a year!    To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with me or get a class gift certificate for the wine lover in your life go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes    

A.B McGlendale "Le Livre des créatures" (Chronica)Ana avait trois ans quand ses parents sont morts lors du naufrage de leur bateau dans les Hébrides extérieures. Elle grandit dans une vaste maison entre une grand-mère issue d'une ancienne famille écossaise et un grand-père portugais qui, après l'avoir rencontrée, n'est jamais rentré au pays. Elle a dix ans lorsque sa grand-mère disparaît dans les collines du Fairy Glen. Dévastée par cette perte, Ana plonge dans un mutisme désarçonnant et s'isole de son entourage. Son grand-père Oscar part alors s'établir, avec elle, dans sa ville d'origine, Porto. Il y retrouve des gens qui étrangement n'ont pas pris une ride. Véranis, le patron de la librairie Lello ainsi que trois mystérieux personnages habitant une maison cachée. Des personnages sortis du Moyen-Age et de l'Antiquité se croisent et s'affrontent lors de grands voyages accomplis par les hommes depuis des temps immémoriaux. Les légendes peuplant les collines de Damas, les close d'Edimbourg, les falaises de Whitby, les plages de Lewis et la vallée du Douro, tout converge vers cet escalier de la librairie Lollo dont les marches plongent vers un temps qu'on dit non perdu.Musique : Billie Eilish "Birds of a feather" Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Touriga Nacional is, beyond a doubt, the most important, praised, and discussed red grape in Portugal. An essential part of Port and the dry wines of the regions of Dão and Douro, this powerful grape has spread throughout Portugal and has captured the imagination of winemakers from Australia to South Africa to California and more. Photo: Touriga Nacional. Credit: Unsplash   In this show, I go through the highlights of this beautiful grape and talk about how it went from near extinction to the Queen grape of Portugal. I review the origins, vineyard habits, aromas and flavors, and then discuss the specific places the grape grows and why it thrives where it does.    Touriga is not just a fantastic grape, it will be an important factor in dealing with our changing climate. Take a listen to the show and see why this grape is so outstanding.    _______________________________________________________________   Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Become a member today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople _______________________________________________________________   Check out my exclusive sponsor, Wine Access.  They have an amazing selection -- once you get hooked on their wines, they will be your go-to! Make sure you join the Wine Access-Wine For Normal People wine club for wines I select delivered to you four times a year!    To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth or get a class gift certificate for the wine lover in your life go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes      

Dans cet extrait, Marie nous donne tous ses conseils pour préparer votre voyage en famille.------------Idée, écriture et hôte : Stéphanie CordierMontage : Les Belles FréquencesMusique : Luk & Jo

Dans cet extrait, Marie nous raconte la beauté de la vallée du Douro avec ses vignobles en terrasse et ses Quintas.------------Idée, écriture et hôte : Stéphanie CordierMontage : Les Belles FréquencesMusique : Luk & Jo

Dans cet extrait, Marie nous raconte pourquoi il faut absolument consacrer un peu de temps à Vila Nova de Gaia.------------Idée, écriture et hôte : Stéphanie CordierMontage : Les Belles FréquencesMusique : Luk & Jo

Dans cet extrait, Marie, qui en est à son 5ᵉ voyage à Porto nous raconte ce qu'elles ont fait avec Léon et aussi ce qu'elle recommande de leurs précédents voyages.------------Idée, écriture et hôte : Stéphanie CordierMontage : Les Belles FréquencesMusique : Luk & Jo

Marie a fait de sa passion des voyages son métier ! Avec Anne, sa compagne, elles écrivent des guides de voyages et créent du contenu pour de nombreuses destinations. Cet automne, elles se sont envolées pour la première fois à trois avec Léon, leur bébé de deux mois et demi.Marie va nous raconter leur escapade à Porto, Villa Nova de Gaïa puis dans la vallée du Douro, une région encore méconnue. Au programme : balades en poussette le long du fleuve, couchers du soleil de dingue, village de pêcheurs, vignobles flamboyants en terrasse, croisières paisibles, visite de Quinta, route panoramique en lacet… un slow travel qui a particulièrement plu à Léon, désormais bébé globetrotteur.Si vous aimez les destinations dépaysantes pas très loin, avec peu de touristes et plein de spécialités à déguster, cet épisode va vous plaire !Allez, c'est parti pour le carnet de voyage de Marie à Porto et dans la vallée du Douro !------------Création et hôte : Stéphanie CordierMusique : Luk & Jo

Send me a Text Message!DECEMBER 2024I'm back in Western Europe, and it feels great to be in Porto—a city that feels like home. This month, I'm reflecting on the cultural contrasts between Turkey's authenticity, Albania's Western touches, and the peaceful charm of Porto. From revisiting the Clérigos Tower and taking in breathtaking views from the cable car to finding creative energy in an improv class, it's been an amazing end to this year.I'm also sharing some big news about 2025: I've started the process to call Portugal my permanent home. After five years as a digital nomad, I'm ready to slow down, build deeper connections, and focus on doing meaningful work that I love. Tune in for my reflections, stories, and what's next on this exciting journey.Website  I  Instagram  I  Twitter  I  LinkedIn  I  YouTubeEmail: actorbobtapper@gmail.comIn this episode:Eastern Europe vs. Western EuropeLoving PortoClérigos TowerGaia Cable Car RideImprov Class on a Sunday afternoonChristmas in Porto, PortugalMoving to Porto, Portugal with a D7 VisaAirBnbBook your stay!Clérigos TowerThere is no shortage of good reasons to visit the Tower, Museum and Church of the Clérigos! What is the Port seen from the sky? At the top of the Clérigos Tower you can admire the best and unforgettable 360o view of the undefeated. Get to know the Museum of Clérigos, which has a collection consisting of cultural assets of artistic value, and the Baroque-inspired Clérigos Church, by the Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni.Gaia Cable Car RideRide alongside the Douro, enjoying the serenity of the river, looking down on the emblematic beauty of the historic area of Porto and the characteristic roofs of the Port wine lodges in Gaia. Take this unique journey and enjoy the view over both banks and the Luís I Bridge. Support the show

Viajamos al lejano oeste de Zamora y Salamanca, un territorio agreste de penillanura y profundos cañones tallados en granito. El parque natural Arribes del Duero es una alargada reserva que engloba 37 municipios envueltos en un paisaje salpicado de encinas, alcornoques y enebros. Abundan las viñas, generalmente pequeñas, viejas y dispersas, algunas con vistas extraordinarias sobre las gargantas fluviales de los ríos Duero y Águeda. La cultura y tradiciones asociadas al producto de la vid sirven de hilo conductor para descubrir este paraíso natural fronterizo con Portugal. Liliana Fernández y Ana Cano, gerentes respectivamente de la Ruta del Vino Arribes y de Rutas del Vino de España, nos animan a emprender un recorrido que parte de la localidad zamorana de Fermoselle, conocida como el pueblo de las mil bodegas. En una de ellas maduran los caldos de Jesús Pastrana, propietario de Bodegas Pastrana. Conocemos también al dueño de Bodega Frontío, Thyge Benned Jensen, un economista danés que dio un giro a su vida y se estableció en Arribes, donde preside la denominación de origen. Esta es también tierra de olivos; catamos su zumo de la mano de Isabel Ramos, guía del Museo del Aceite de Fermoselle. No muy lejos, en el pueblo de Formariz, nos espera José Manuel Beneitez al frente de El Hato y el Garabato, una pequeña bodega familiar que produce apreciadísimos vinos de autor. Con el fin de obtener la mejor perspectiva del Duero y sus cortados, nos embarcamos en el crucero ambiental que zarpa de la Estación Biológica Internacional, ubicada en el municipio portugués de Miranda do Douro. Sus responsables, David de Salvador y Susana G. Bonnail, nos acompañan en la navegación. En un lugar con excelentes materias primas, el disfrute gastronómico está garantizado. Visitamos el Restaurante España de Fermoselle para conocer a su chef, Mar Marcos; probamos el premiado chorizo ibérico de Puente Robles con la dueña de la empresa, Carmina Robles; visitamos la quesería ecológica La Faya de Fariza junto a su fundador, Alonso Santos, y sus hijos Ángeles y Miguel; y probamos la repostería artesana que hornea Mayte Seijas en su Obrador de Gaia, en Villardiegua de la Ribera. Avanzando ya por suelo salmantino buscamos jóvenes emprendedores rurales en el restaurante Tal Vez, negocio de Gonzalo Elena y Alicia de Castro que aporta un toque de modernidad a la cocina tradicional de Hinojosa de Duero. Más al sur, en la medieval y fortificada villa de San Felices de los Gallegos, nos citamos con el guía Daniel Cangas para comprender la apasionante historia de este pueblo en cuyo hotel rural, Mesa del Conde, conocemos a las sanfeliceñas Milagros Martín y Clara Martín.Escuchar audio

This spring I put together a small group tour to #Portugal and the #DouroValley - We began our journey in one of my favorite European cities, #Lisbon and made our way north to #Porto. I partnered again with Riviera River Cruises. This time on the River Boat, Riviera River Cruises, The Douro Splendour as this itinerary really fit a slower more intentional experience.⏱️TIMELINE⏱️1:00 Douro River is a different river cruise1:21 Beginning in Lisbon2:15 Hotel Real Palacio3:34 Belem (sites to see)4:54 Transfers & Tour - We Hate Tourism Tours (tell them I sent you!)5:36 Fatima6:27 Coimbra7:10 Porto7:45 Riviera River Cruise8:14 Salamanca Day Trip8:57 Castel Rodrigo9:40 Pinhão10:09 Lamego10:49 Pacheca Winery11:30 Meeting friends of a feather12:00 until next time Portugal!Interested in joining me on a group adventure? We have a few spots left for 2025 - here are our small group tours for Europe!Welcome to the Travel with Wendy PodcastI travel the globe interviewing really cool people and small hospitality businesses and tourism businesses from around the world. Join me each week as I discover and share something or someone new. It's always an adventure when you Travel with Wendy!Support the showContact information:NewsletterBlogVlogPinterestYouTubeFaceBook

This show's got everything. It's got deliciously unexpected wine discoveries. It's got live music. It's even got a donkey. You can't ask for more than that.As for how that all comes together...well, you'll just have to listen, won't you?! This episode's all about Portugal's white wines, the best of which are astonishingly good and different and worthwhile (and, relatively speaking, inexpensive). Join us as we explore why this is, from Vinho Verde to the Douro, Dão, Alentejo and beyond, with the help of top-notch producers Tiago Mendes and Daniel Niepoort, plus plenty of open bottles.Thanks for tuning in. We love to hear from you so please do get in touch! Send us a voice message via Speakpipe. Or you can find contact info, together with all details from this episode including full wine recommendations, on our website: Show notes for Wine Blast S6 E6 - Portugal's Great WhitesInstagram: @susieandpeter

In October 2024, Autovia Douro Litoral (AEDL) the Portuguese toll-road concession in Porto, Portugal was acquired by Igneo. In this episode Maria Luisa Castro provides an overview of the concession, the factors to consider in acquiring a toll-road and the macro factors impacting the operations of such a concession. **********************Important informationThis material is for general information purposes only. It does not constitute investment or financial advice and does not take into account any specific investment objectives, financial situation or needs. This is not an offer to provide asset management services, is not a recommendation or an offer or solicitation to buy, hold or sell any security or to execute any agreement for portfolio management or investment advisory services and this material has not been prepared in connection with any such offer. Before making any investment decision you should consider, with the assistance of a financial advisor, your individual investment needs, objectives and financial situation.We have taken reasonable care to ensure that this material is accurate, current, and complete and fit for its intended purpose and audience as at the date of publication. No assurance is given or liability accepted regarding the accuracy, validity or completeness of this material and we do not undertake to update it in future if circumstances change.To the extent this material contains any expression of opinion or forward-looking statements, such opinions and statements are based on assumptions, matters and sources believed to be true and reliable at the time of publication only. This material reflects the views of the individual writers only. Those views may change, may not prove to be valid and may not reflect the views of everyone at Igneo Infrastructure Partners or First Sentier Investors.About First Sentier InvestorsReferences to ‘we', ‘us' or ‘our' are references to Igneo Infrastructure Partners or First Sentier Investors (as applicable). First Sentier Investors is a global asset management business which is ultimately owned by Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group. Igneo Infrastructure Partners is an unlisted infrastructure asset management business and is part of the First Sentier Investors Group.We communicate and conduct business through different legal entities in different locations. This material is communicated in:[1]Australia and New Zealand by First Sentier Investors (Australia) RE Ltd, authorised and regulated in Australia by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (AFSL 240550; ABN 13 006 464 428) European Economic Area by First Sentier Investors (Ireland) Limited, authorised and regulated in Ireland by the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI reg no. C182306; reg office 70 Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin 2, Ireland; reg company no. 629188)Hong Kong by First Sentier Investors (Hong Kong) Limited and has not been reviewed by the Securities & Futures Commission in Hong Kong. First Sentier Investors and Igneo Infrastructure Partners are business names of First Sentier Investors (Hong Kong) Limited. Singapore by First Sentier Investors (Singapore) (reg company no. 196900420D) and this advertisement or material has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. First Sentier Investors (registration number 53236800B) and Igneo Infrastructure Partners (registration number 53447928J) are business divisions of First Sentier Investors (Singapore).Japan by First Sentier Investors (Japan) Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Service Agency (Director of Kanto Local Finance Bureau (Registered Financial Institutions) No.2611)United Kingdom by First Sentier Investors International IM Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (reg. no. SC079063, reg office 23 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH2 1BB)United States by First Sentier Investors (US) LLC, authorised and regulated by the Securities Exchange Commission (RIA 801-93167)other jurisdictions, where this document may lawfully be issued, by First Sentier Investors International IM Limited, authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA ref no. 122512; Registered office: 23 St. Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH2 1BB; Company no. SC079063).To the extent permitted by law, MUFG and its subsidiaries are not liable for any loss or damage as a result of reliance on any statement or information contained in this document. Neither MUFG nor any of its subsidiaries guarantee the performance of any investment products referred to in this document or the repayment of capital. Any investments referred to are not deposits or other liabilities of MUFG or its subsidiaries, and are subject to investment risk, including loss of income and capital invested.©    Igneo Infrastructure Partners

It's Monday, Let's raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It's time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let's begin Exploring the Wine Glass!  Today I am sharing another session from the Old Vine Conference. This webinar explores what Regenerative Viticulture is and how two leading old vine wineries are using the practice on their old vine estates. Fransisca van Zeller of Van Zellers & Co presents details of the experimental soil trials she is leading in the Douro, Portugal. And Domenico Veronese of Villa Bogdano 1880 talks through his Food Forest initiative in the Veneto, Italy.  While you are listening, it would be greatly appreciated if you could take one minute to subscribe, rate and review. It takes only a few seconds of your time but means so much to the show.  Also, please be sure to check the box for automatic downloads so that new episodes of Exploring the Wine Glass show up in your “next up feed.” The next best way to support Exploring the Wine Glass is to tell your friends. If you enjoy the podcast, your wine loving friends will too. Follow me on all the socials and finally, don't forget to head to the website, Exploring the Wine Glass.com to read the blog, and sign up for the newsletter to keep up with all the happenings.  Slainte!    Find out more about Old Vine Conference here Music: WINE by Kēvens Official Video Follow me on Instagram!   Follow me on Twitter! Subscribe to my YouTube channel SIGN UP FOR EXPLORING THE WINE GLASS NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES STITCHER | iTUNES | YOUTUBE | SPOTIFY | PODBEAN | AUDIBLE | BOOMPLAY Even ask your smart speaker to play Exploring the Wine Glass GIVE US A RATING AND REVIEW Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at exploringthewineglass@gmail.com. Please support our sponsors Dracaena Wines - Our Wines + Your Moments + Great Memories Use code 'Explore' at checkout to receive 10% off your first order Wine Tasting Club - Use promo wine5 for a discount  GET SPECIAL OFFERS FOR DRACAENA WINES

Je voulais vous partager un moment fort de cet été, un voyage au Portugal qui m'a vraiment marqué. C'était la première fois que je parcourais ce pays du nord au sud, et franchement, j'ai adoré ! Tu veux la suite de l'histoire ? Je te laisse la découvrir dans l'épisode du jour. Et n'oubliez pas de me laisser vos commentaires et de me mettre 5 étoiles sur Apple Podcast/ Spotify (si vous avez aimé bien sûr). Un grand merci pour votre écoute. Charles Ma newsletter : https://frenchteachercarlito.substack.com/

Manuel offers to help his neighbour with some yard work. This Shorty includes the personal pronoun vós (another pronoun for "you") and conjugation of verbs in that form. We don't use vós in most of our content, or in the Verbs section, because it has fallen out of use nowadays, except in specific regions and contexts. The more common alternatives you're probably familiar with are você (singular, formal) and vocês (plural). Regardless, you could come across vós in books, theatre plays, at church, or if you spend time in the Douro and Beira Interior regions. It's an interesting pronoun because it can be used to address an individual or multiple people.