Perfect Trip to Portugal and Spain

Spain | Jun 3 - Jun 13, 2024

I can't say enough about Helena. She was very considerate of what we wanted to do and see during out time in Portugal and Spain and understood the type of travelers that we were - her recommendations were spot on. The Cascade Wellness Resort and Spa in Lagos Portugal was a great recommendation and we thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area. In Cordoba, our guide Patricia was engaging, knowledgeable and gave us a wonderful tour of her city. Similarly, our hiking Guide Jaime was fantastic as he led us on a rigorous hike from village to village in the mountains outside of Grenada - we enjoyed our lunch with him and the kids really liked talking with him about endurance running! I wish I could give Helena a hug in person, she really made this trip a perfect one for our family.

Hotel Reviews

Palacio Mariana Pineda Hotel

Granada

Great location! Easy walking to everything and a very unique and historical building.

Authenticity & Character

This was an historical hotel and artifacts and antiques were on display in the lobby and in the open courtyard outside of our room.

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

The bed was not very comfortable and the pillows were extremely flat. There was quite a bit of dust in the room, but these were very minor issues compared to the location and uniqueness of the hotel.

Cascade Wellness

Lagos

The staff were courteous and attentive, the food was amazing and the views and adjacent running/hiking paths were breathtaking. We also took advantage of the gym and the wonderful pools.

Authenticity & Character

Location

easy to drive to town and get on the paths that ran along the coast for a walk or run

Staff

very responsive and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Wine Tasting & Lunch at a Portuguese Quinta

Spain

The food was fantastic and the wine pairings were spot on. The best part was the brief tour of the vineyards and the background information on the unique soil and climate that make the Algarve region such a distinctive wine region.

Quality of Experience

The host was gracious, engaged and informative.

Food

Train Seville to Córdoba, Guided Visit of Córdoba, Train Córdoba to Seville

Seville

Cordoba was a fascinating city with an interesting history. The old town was beautiful and it was enjoyable to stroll and meander through the alleys and narrow streets.

Quality of Experience

Having a guide made the experience very personal

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our guide, Patricia was so lovely, knowledgeable and engaging, I highly recommend her anyone wanting to experience the true Cordoba.

Algarve Kayaking Trip to Benagil Caves

Spain

Beautiful! Lots of fun and the guide was great.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff