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Portugal Legends Championship Brings Golf’s Greats to Comporta, 30 Oct to 1 Nov

PC Staff — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:01:11 +0000

Comporta’s growing reputation as one of Portugal’s most sophisticated escapes is about to gain another international calling card. From 30 October to 1 November 2026, some of the biggest names in world golf will arrive at Pinheirinho Golf Course for the inaugural Portugal Legends Championship, an official event on the Staysure Legends Tour. The tournament will mark Pinheirinho’s debut on the international golf circuit, bringing a prestigious sporting event to a corner of the Alentejo already known for its wild […]

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Discover INDIA at Palácio Duques de Cadaval in Évora

Greg Boegner — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:31:43 +0000

This summer, visitors to the Palácio Duques de Cadaval in Évora can embark on a journey to India—without ever leaving the Alentejo. On display through October 25, 2026, INDIA is one of the most ambitious international art exhibitions presented in Portugal in recent years. Bringing together 20 artists and more than 90 works, the exhibition transforms the historic palace into a vibrant exploration of contemporary Indian creativity, where ancient traditions and modern artistic expression meet in unexpected ways. What makes […]

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Iconic Sublime Comporta Gets a Bold New Expansion

Ann Abel — Wed, 27 May 2026 12:43:27 +0000

In the decade or so since the pioneering Sublime Comporta opened its doors, other boutique hotels have been sprouting between the rice fields, pine groves, and beach dunes of Comporta. But none has quite matched Sublime’s singular character: the scent of the forest, the elemental appeal of the “Comporta cabana” architecture, the azure sweep of the biological pool that’s shared by a string of suites, and the overall feeling of intimate expansiveness. So it was big news when the hotel […]

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Alentejo Country Chic with Two Pools and a Spa

TRIPWIX — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:46:00 +0000

Set within 450 rolling acres of red earth plains, surrounded by vineyards, mature cork and olive trees and boasting an equestrian facility, this is an exceptional property offering world-class acommodations in a relaxed atmosphere. Start your days with perfectly prepared breakfasts, indulge in countryside pursuits or plunge into crystal swimming pools and relax poolside by a shady olive tree. LOCATION Albernoa, Alentejo SLEEPS 20 TYPE Country Chic BEDROOMS 10 POOL 2 BATHROOMS 10 Mealtimes can be enjoyed alfresco under a […]

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Wine Tasting at Adega da Herdade da Comporta

PC Staff — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Some are more than content to enjoy a sommelier-recommended glass of vino, whilst others may wish to improve their knowledge of local wines. If you fall in the latter category, take a break from the vitamin D sunrays of Comporta and enjoy the adult activity of wine tasting. Along the Alentejo coast, the vineyard belonging to Herdade da Comporta is surrounded by sand dunes, rice paddies, salt marsh and forests. This gives rise to unique soil which is sandy and […]

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Rice Museum (Muesu do Arroz) in Comporta

P. Simão — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:50:00 +0000

A 1952 rice-husking mill is the home of the Rice Museum. Here, visitors go back in time to see the importance of the cereal in history of Herdade da Comporta. The museum features a collection of used in carpentry and metalwork, associated with the cultivation of rice. There are also old machines used in husking, sorting and cleaning rice, as well as a number of items used by workers in the fields and factory. The Museu do Arroz restaurant is […]

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Cavalos na Areia – Horseback Riding in the Sand in Comporta

Ann Abel — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:20:00 +0000

Horseback riding in Comporta is just the beginning for Cavalos na Areia. This activities company also rents bicycles (with special sand-friendly tires), and kayaks for half and full days for self-guided rambles around the Troia Peninsula, along the beaches, and up and down the waterways between the rice paddies. But, Cavalos na Areia (Portuguese for “horses in the sand”) is the business’ name for a reason. Equestrian experiences are what the company does best. Cavalos na Areia offers horse riding […]

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A Cozinha do Paço – Fine Dining from the Palace Kitchen, Alentejo

Ann Abel — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:09:05 +0000

Fitapreta, the gorgeous winery of rockstar winemaker António Maçanita, was already a must-visit in the Alentejo. Along with some of Portugal’s best wines, the place stands out for its beautiful stone tower, which dates from the 14th century, lovely event spaces, and wine tourism experiences that go far above and beyond the usual guided tastings. In 2025, after years or careful renovations and additions, Fitapreta opened a new crown jewel, A Cozinha do Paço. The name means “the kitchen of […]

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