--- title: Wine & Food Travel Blog | Soraia Costa (9) description: Soraia has a Bachelor Degree in Communication and she is natural from Azores (the Portuguese islands) which she knows from end to end, as well, as mainland Portugal. She loves to travel and know all about the culture and food of each country. She also loves to cook new recipes, some of the most renowned chefs in the world. In her articles, she shares the knowledge of her travels about heritage, culture, wine, gastronomy, and must-see places. 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Topics: [Douro](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/douro), [Wine Tours](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/wine-tours), [Alentejo](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/topic/alentejo), ![](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/hubfs/SoraiaCosta_FotoBlog1.jpg) By [Soraia Costa](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/author/soraia-costa) On August 7, 2020 ## [Outdoor Diversion and Indoor Luxury at Six Senses Douro Valley](https://blog.winetourismportugal.com/outdoor-diversion-and-indoor-luxury-at-six-senses-douro-valley) Consider one of the best hotels in Portugal, the Six Senses Douro Valley is the group’s commitment to wellness, as well as offering a fully immersive... 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