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• An insider-led journey through Portugal that you won’t find online, with exclusive experiences across craft, cuisine and song curated by Portugal by TravelTailors.

• Discover the North in close-up - Minho’s folk embroidery, filigree ateliers and village rambles through granite hamlets and waterfalls.

• Drift the Douro by private boat to a family-run quinta for a cellar walk and long, wine-led lunch; with options to add wood-fired cookery sessions and port-pigment painting with a resident artist.

• Explore Lisbon with a fado singer who reads the city like a score, then step behind the scenes at a traditional azulejo studio to create a unique piece.

• Feel the Alentejo’s slow rhythms, spending time with weaving cooperatives, enjoying dinners threaded with cante alentejano and stargazing the skies above Monsaraz.

• Taste the Algarve differently - from oyster beds in the Ria Formosa to market-to-table cataplana with a chef; plus cliff-to-cove hikes with a naturalist guide.

• Learn how Paula’s insider network opens all the right doors, with every detail handled and luxury stays to match the mood.

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• The best of Romania’s food scene; from rustic recipes to cutting-edge fine dining.

• The ancient grapes, bold reds and elegant whites putting Romania's vineyards on the map.

• Tours, tastings and unique, immersive gastronomy experiences your clients will never forget.

• How Rolandia Bespoke crafts tailored itineraries with flavour and finesse at their heart.

• A Destination with Depth and Flavour - and without the Crowds

With its irresistible flavours, world-renowned wines and breathtaking landscapes, a foodie tour of Portugal is one sure to set the senses alight. This beautifully laid-back land and ​Portugal by TravelTailors DMC​ knows exactly how to satisfy your guests’ appetites for gastronomic adventure, whether they’re devouring pastèis de nata, savouring a glass of wine with fresh seafood by the coast or indulging in one of the many (many!) exceptional eateries.

Portugal is undoubtedly one of the best destinations around for a dream food and wine tour. The country’s diverse culinary influences reflect its eclectic past and vibrant culture in equal measure, and of course, the stunning landscape helps too. With its long Atlantic coastline, fertile valleys and sun-drenched terroirs, Portugal bursting with the natural bounty of land and sea and our favourite local DMC, ​Portugal by TravelTailors​, want to show you what you can offer your valuable clients when working with them.

Deep in the heart of Central Europe, the neighbouring lands of Slovenia and Croatia share much more than just a border. Both richly fertile and profusely green, their rolling hillsides are dotted with bountiful vineyards, charming villages and fairytale castles, their forests are filled with olives and truffles and their glittering coastlines teem with some of the freshest fish and seafood around. With so much on offer, we turned to our expert friends at ​Roundabout Experiences​ for their take on a gastronomic adventure across both countries.

Charming villages and verdant islands; sophisticated cities and historic majesty; incredible wines and irresistible cuisine - the unique cultures that dot the Adriatic have it all. For guests yearning to soak up all the sights - and tastes - of the region in sumptuous, secluded opulence, we’ve got just the thing. Or rather, our expert ​DMC Roundabout Experiences​ have.

Specialists in creating tailor-made sailing and yachting tours, their carefully crafted itineraries will redefine your guests’ perception of luxury travel, seeing them move from overland opulence to onboard luxury, gliding glittering waters from one intimate island discovery to the next.

It’s little wonder that, when looking for the perfect setting to depict the awe-inspiring majesty and historic beauty of the Game of Thrones universe, the producers chose stunning Croatia.

Nestled on the glittering, sun-kissed shores of the Adriatic, this is a magical place of breathtaking scenery and ancient heritage treasures.

With an irresistible appeal borne of its sheer diversity, our go-to DMC, Roundabout Experiences will ensure your guests can’t fail to fall in love with its vibrant cities, charming islands and hidden villages that nestle in a landscape of untouched fairytale beauty.

Croatian food is wonderfully varied and distinctive, largely because the country blends many culinary cultures: the seafood-dominated flavours of the Mediterranean with Italian, Middle Eastern and Ottoman influences, all mingled with Croatia’s Balkan staples.

Let Roundabout Experiences luxury DMC escort your guests down Croatia's long, stunning coastline, eating and drinking their way from Zagreb to Dubrovnik in a series of boutique and private experiences, all focused on the country's gastronomic delights.

With rich culinary histories, influenced over the years by many of its neighbours, Slovenia is a dream destination for food lovers and wine connoisseurs.

From private wine safaris and picnics in secret vineyards to scenic helicopter rides over the alps, truffle hunting and foodie tours around ancient towns, guests can immerse themselves in the rich history, discover the diverse landscape and sample Michelin star food, perfectly paired with locally grown wines. Roundabout Experiences luxury, hand-crafted culinary itineraries have a truly boutique feel.

Portugal is fast becoming the new top destination in Europe for discerning travellers. It has so much to offer it is also a destination that you can offer to your clients more than once - encourage them to explore further and delve deeper into this fascinating country. If you looking for an excellent DMC in Portugal to work with - read on.

With Beautiful colonial towns, stunning and diverse scenery, world-class cuisine, award-winning wines, unique heritage and traditions, fascinating wildlife and gorgeous beaches - there is something for everyone!

Are you looking for new destinations for your foodie clients? Have you considered Portugal yet? Sometimes overlooked but Portugal is a true gastronomic gem and with fewer tourists, engaging local people and more unique local dishes and varieties of wine than you can imagine - there is enough to tempt your clients back time and time again!

Travel Kinship’s DMC & Local Operator partner in Portugal is the fascinating foodie, Paula Alves and her company Portugal by TravelTailors. A painter and culinary lover, Paula knows how to appreciate the colors and flavors of the places explored.