Latest news and stories about luxury tourism in Portugal for expats and residents.
For the president of Relais & Châteaux, luxury is “time, space, food, wine and service”, and that equation also includes the emotions that hospitality can create.
Barrier-free luxury and vibrant culture are hallmarks of the new Andaz Lisbon, which blends art, tiles, and the city's typical kiosks with the Age of Discovery. Featuring 170 rooms, it is the result of combining four historic buildings near the iconic Rua Augusta Arch, which have been transformed into a luxury urban resort in the Baixa Pombalina district.
The country is seen as a special case within the Relais & Châteaux network, which forecasts 10% growth in 2026
In an increasingly competitive tourism market, Madeira aims to establish itself on the global map as a luxury wellness destination, attracting middle to high-end tourists to rejuvenate body and mind. Besides the significant economic impact it generates, this tourism product 'allows for diversification of the offer and reduces seasonality,' as noted to ECO/Local [...].
