The Enchanted Douro Valley

No list of top 2021 destinations for team building events would be complete without the Douro, the valley of dreamy landscapes and endless, mist-covered, rolling hills that quickly turn into steep ravines covered in vine-lined terraces, working their way down to the river. With vineyards occupying seemingly every hillside as far as the eye can see, the Douro Valley is popular among wine connoisseurs and amateurs alike, all of whom get something out of being in the world’s oldest winemaking region and sampling the delights it has to offer.

Prized as an ideal winemaking location for almost two thousand years, this region is now best known as the home of port, though the sweet, fortified drink has been around since at least the 17^th century. A mesmerizing sight to behold and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Douro Valley wine region also supplies a vast array of wines produced in wineries dotted along with the scenery, framed by a vast blue sky.

Quaint villages with authentic local food and culture make for excellent rest stops on long trips through the hills, allowing visitors to experience the true spirit of Portugal, with accommodation even available in some of the wineries themselves!