--- title: Wine & Food Travel Blog | Alexandra Monteiro (3) description: Alexandra is a marketing specialist with a global mindset and a deep appreciation for culture. With a Master’s in Commercial Management and Marketing - and another in Chinese Studies - she effortlessly connects strategy with storytelling. A true travel enthusiast, she finds inspiration in Eastern traditions and brings that same sense of curiosity and detail to her work. At Wine Tourism in Portugal, she blends her love for discovery with a passion for sharing Portugal’s wine culture with the world. 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Topics: [best travel destinations europe 2027](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/best-travel-destinations-europe-2027), [portugal travel destinations](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/portugal-travel-destinations), [europe travel guide 2027](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/europe-travel-guide-2027), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On July 29, 2026 ## [Wine Tasting Near Me: The Best Wine Experiences in Portugal](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/wine-tasting-near-me-the-best-wine-experiences-in-portugal) ## Best Wine Experiences in Portugal If you've typed "[wine tasting near me](https://www.winetourismportugal.com/en/wineries-vineyards/all)" into a search bar while dreaming of your next trip, chances are you haven't discovered... 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Topics: [Douro Valley wine tours](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/douro-valley-wine-tours), [Portugal and Spain tour](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/portugal-and-spain-tour), [Portugal and Spain summer trip](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/portugal-and-spain-summer-trip), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/Foto.png) By [Alexandra Monteiro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/alexandra-monteiro) On July 16, 2026 ## [Where to Stay in Comporta: A 2026 Guide to the New Hotels](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/where-to-stay-in-comporta-a-2026-guide-to-the-new-hotels) Just over an hour from [Lisbon](https://www.winetourismportugal.com/en/wine-tours/all/5-day-lisbon-premium-tour), and often described as the "Hamptons of Portugal" for its understated glamour, celebrity following, and effortlessly chic beach... 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