by sayyedjamilakhtar@gmail.com | Jan 1, 2025 | All
This past November, our travel manager Jessica attended an exciting event in the Alentejo region of Portugal called ‘Uncorking Alentejo’. This unique experience connected luxury travel advisors with local hotels and wineries, and it also incorporated a fun FAM trip to...
by sayyedjamilakhtar@gmail.com | Jan 1, 2025 | All
The Dão region is located in northern Portugal, just 1.5 hours from Porto. It is still making a name for itself on the world stage. The Dão vineyards are scattered across a mountainous area which is protected from the Atlantic winds and the soil is mainly granitic...
by sayyedjamilakhtar@gmail.com | Jan 1, 2025 | All
Here at Valesa, we are passionate about responsible tourism, and we believe in giving back to local communities in need. In 2024, we proudly donated 2% of companywide profits to the rural village of Tiniskt, Morocco. The area was hit by a devastating earthquake in...
by sayyedjamilakhtar@gmail.com | Jan 1, 2025 | All
Spain and Portugal are famous for their diverse, regional cuisines and rich culinary traditions. During the winter, hearty stews are commonly eaten and there are plenty of recipe variations throughout the country. Here are some of the most popular stews to look out...
by sayyedjamilakhtar@gmail.com | Jan 1, 2025 | All
Our sales team recently visited the quaint towns of Colmenar de Oreja and Chinchón as part of our constant search for authentic, local experiences. Just a 45-minute drive from the capital, these small villages are full of things to do and see! First, we visited the...
by sayyedjamilakhtar@gmail.com | Jan 1, 2025 | All
Gran Canaria, one of Spain’s seven Canary Islands, is home to many breathtaking natural wonders. With a warm and sunny climate year-round, it’s the perfect place to escape the cold winter! This volcanic island has black soil and black sand beaches. However, you can...
