Porto

Accor will launch its first luxury hotel in Porto in 2028 when the newly signed Sofitel Porto, its second Sofitel in Portugal, will open its doors.

APT Travel Group celebrated the maiden voyage of its own purpose-designed and built river ship, the MS Estrela, from Porto on 29 August. The vessel has been specifically designed for Portugal’s Douro River offers an exceptional cruising experience, drawing inspiration from the rich landscapes and culture of Southern Europe.

One of Porto’s most enduring landmarks, Hotel Infante Sagres, has entered a new era with the completion of a remarkable revival project that has elevated the guest experience at this luxury heritage hotel to unprecedented heights.

Avalon Waterways will make its Douro debut with a new itinerary in Portugal and Suite Ship – Avalon Alegria – in 2024, the cruise line has confirmed today [Friday 16 September 2022].

Atlas Ocean Voyage has unveiled three new Western Europe sailings departing in August and September 2022 aboard World Navigator.

Scenic has recommenced its luxury river cruising program on the Duoro River in Portugal, with Scenic Azure embarking from Porto on 30 July 2021.

Tauck has revealed Co-Godmothers for its new riverboat, ms Andorihna, which debuts on the Douro River in Portugal next month.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises debuted its newest super ship, S.S. São Gabriel, on the Douro river in Portugal last Sunday [27 June 2021].

Australians looking to bask in the European Summer will be able to enjoy more of Portugal, as Emirates has launched its new four times weekly service to Porto, its second destination in Portugal. The new service provides Australians travellers with a direct flight to the popular city in the north of the country.

Emirates will offer four weekly services between Portugal’s second largest city, Porto, and Dubai from 2 July 2019. Porto will become Emirates’ second destination in Portugal after its capital, Lisbon, which the airline currently serves with two flights a day.