Condé Nast TravelerSep 1, 2026How We Pulled It Off: A Monastery Wedding With Drag Queens in Sintra, PortugalTwo grooms explain how they found a fado performer, flamenco dancers, and drag queens for their 100-guest celebration in the magical Portuguese town.12 things in this storyPenha Longa ResortHotelResort in Sintra with contemporary conveniences and event spaces.Casa Dos PenedosSightCharming pink mansion used for welcome dinner.Nuncio GardensSight16th-century garden near monastery with ivy-covered walls.Sala Dos ArcosSightDramatic space with a ceiling comprised entirely of archways.Salão NobreSightSoaring salon with wall-to-wall carvings and carved-wood fireplace.Atelier DecorellePlaceFlorist for the wedding.Rental Co.PlaceOur shared passion for fine props and furniture, exclusive pieces and décor, gold standard organization and execution,…Rueda FlamencaPlaceFlamenco dancers who performed.Manel FerreiraPlaceMusician who performed fado.Pride TalentPlacePride Talent offers premium entertainment for gay weddings, same-sex marriages and LGBTQ+ events in the UK.Your JukeboxPlaceDJ for the dancing portion of the evening.ElsewhereMatthew Oliver WeddingsPlaceLondon, United KingdomLondon-based firm specializing in European destination celebrations.Read the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →
Condé Nast TravelerOct 17, 2025The Best Airbnbs in Portugal, From Lisbon to the Douro ValleyHere's where to base yourself while discovering Portugal's vast medley of landscapes.5 things in this storySintra MountainsSightMountains offering ocean views from a villa.ElsewhereBaixa districtHostelLisbon, PortugalHistoric district with award-winning architectural project.Praia de FaroFerry terminalFaro, PortugalBeach famed for beautiful coastline, watersports.Arrábida natural parkNature reserveSetúbal, PortugalNatural park for hiking near Setúbal.Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalRiver across from Lisbon with windmill views.Read the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →
