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Sometimes a hotel is really just a place to sleep, Sometimes a hotel is really just a place to sleep, while others are the entire reason you visit a destination. And that difference is exactly how I decide where to save vs. splurge when traveling. As someone who works a full-time corporate job but is also admittedly obsessed with luxury hotels, I’ve learned that affordable luxury isn’t about traveling cheaply all the time. It’s about being intentional with where you spend your money. Enter: @sixsensesdourovalley This Two Michelin Key hotel in Portugal’s Douro Valley wine region had been on my bucket list for YEARS, and after finally spending two nights here, I can confidently say it lived up to the hype!! A few things that made this stay so special ↓ 🍇 The setting: A stunning property surrounded by rolling vineyards and overlooking the Douro Valley! 🍷 The wine experiences: From wine vending machines (yes, seriously) to an incredible guided tasting with the resort’s sommelier, this was a wine lover’s dream. 🧖‍♀️ The spa: Six Senses is known for its wellness experiences, and this property is the perfect place to slow down and recharge. 🍽️ The dining: Incredible food, local wines, and an emphasis on showcasing the region’s flavors. ✨ The experience: Unlike a city hotel where you’re out sightseeing all day, this is somewhere you’ll actually want to spend time enjoying everything the property has to offer. My personal philosophy is to save on hotels when the destination is what you’re there to explore. Splurge when the hotel IS the destination. And for me, Six Senses Douro Valley was 100% worth the splurge. 📌 SAVE this for your Portugal bucket list and FOLLOW @probablyoutofoffice for more honest luxury hotel reviews, travel guides, and tips for making the most of your PTO! . . . . . #SixSensesDouroValley #SixSenses #DouroValley #LuxuryHotels #PortugalTravel
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Portugal’s Douro Valley might just be my favorite Portugal’s Douro Valley might just be my favorite stop of our entire trip 🇵🇹🍷 After 13 days exploring Portugal, it’s safe to say we saved the best for last!! We spent two nights in the Douro Valley, Portugal’s famous wine region, and honestly, I’m already dreaming about going back 😩 A few highlights from our time in the Douro Valley ↓ Amarante: We made a spontaneous stop in this cute little town on our drive from Porto for lunch and traditional Portuguese pastries. Highly recommend adding it to your road trip! Portuguese wine: Consider me officially obsessed. From Douro reds to local white blends, I genuinely don’t think I had a single bad glass of wine during our entire trip. Six Senses Douro Valley: We spent two nights at this gorgeous Two Michelin Key hotel, complete with vineyard views, incredible dining, wine vending machines (!!!), and one of the best wine tastings we’ve ever experienced (more coming on our stay here soon ☺️) Getting there: The Douro Valley is roughly 1.5–2 hours from Porto by car, and I highly recommend renting one so you have the flexibility to explore along the way. My biggest tip? Don’t plan a trip to Portugal and only visit Lisbon and Porto. If you love wine, beautiful scenery, and a slower pace of travel, the Douro Valley deserves at least two nights on your itinerary. And if you’re new here… Hi 👋🏼 I’m Madison!! And @probablyoutofoffice is your guide to curated travel for the corporate girlies, so if that’s you, be sure to join the out of office club!! #dourovalley #portugaltravel #portugalitinerary #visitportugal #sixsensesdourovalley
an Aperol spritz in a foreign country could solve an Aperol spritz in a foreign country could solve my problems 100x faster than chat gpt every could baby ✈️🍊✨ inspo from the lovely @lexiswinelist 🥂 #outofoffice #travel #travelgirls #relatable #vacation
Did you know there is an Imperial McDonald’s in Po Did you know there is an Imperial McDonald’s in Porto Portugal?!? I kid you not I hadn’t been to McDonald’s in over 10 years before this 😂😂 But we were at the very end of our 2 week trip to Portugal and had had more amazing Portuguese food than you could possibly imagine (like the night before this we had a nine course tasting menu)… So naturally we decided we had to come and check this place out for research purposes And honestly, it didn’t disappoint LOL - will I be going to McDonald’s at home? No, but if you find yourself in Porto without dining plans, I fear it actually is worth a visit 🤌🏼 #mcdonalds #imperialmcdonalds #portoportugal #portugaltravel
My mini Porto travel guide 🇵🇹 where (not) to stay, My mini Porto travel guide 🇵🇹 where (not) to stay, eat, drink + what to do 📌 SAVE this for your Porto trip Porto was stop 4 on our Portugal trip — colorful tiled buildings, incredible food, port wine + river views, all packed into a city that’s easy to explore in a short trip. We only had one full day, so I did a lotttt of research beforehand. Here’s everything that made my list ↓ WHERE (NOT) TO STAY Torel Avantgarde — you know I keep it honest around here… this one did NOT live up to expectations. Without getting into all the details, the service + rooms were seriously lacking. COFFEE + BREAKFAST Noshi Coffee Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker NOLA KITCHEN Café Guarany WHERE TO EAT ELEMENTO tascö Solar Moinho de Vento Oficina DOP Adega São Nicolau Óbica Le Monument The Orangerie Intrigo Cervejaria Ferradura The Yeatman Gastronomic Restaurant Pedro Lemos PORT WINE + DRINKS Graham’s Port Lodge or Fonseca — cross the river to Gaia for a port tasting + views Capela Incomum — wine bar in a former chapel Prova — Portuguese wine bar BOSCO Porto — the BEST views + vibes THINGS TO DO São Bento Station — iconic blue + white tiles Torre dos Clérigos — climb for city views Luís I Bridge — walk across for one of the best views Ribeira — wander the colorful riverfront Foz do Douro — where the Douro meets the Atlantic Imperial McDonald’s — LOL yes, we checked out what might be the world’s fanciest McDonald’s DOURO VALLEY 🍷 We stayed at Six Senses Douro Valley and I’d 100% pair Porto with a few nights in wine country. Porto is doable in 1–2 days, but I’d give yourself 2 full days to enjoy the restaurants, port lodges + neighborhoods without rushing. Next up: the Douro Valley 🍷 I’m putting together my full Portugal Google Map with every hotel, restaurant, wine bar, coffee shop + stop I saved, so stay tuned ✈️ Follow @probablyoutofoffice for more PTO-friendly travel guides! #portoportugal #portugaltravel #portoitinerary #thingstodoinporto #portugaltraveling
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