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The latest news from us and other Portugal related stuff.

Porto Travel Guide: Where to buy our book 'The 500 Hidden Secrets of Porto'

Porto Travel Guide: Where to buy our book 'The 500 Hidden Secrets of Porto'

October 29, 2021

Our Porto Travel Guide 'The 500 Hidden Secrets of Porto' lists 500 things you need to know about Porto in 100 different categories.

JO&SO featured on primetime French TF1 show 50' Inside

JO&SO featured on primetime French TF1 show 50' Inside

JO&SO were featured on 50’ Inside, a French TV show that airs weekly on TF1. We visited the hotels Vermelho Melides and São Lourenço do Barrocal in Monsaraz.

Is it safe to travel to Portugal during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Is it safe to travel to Portugal during the COVID-19 pandemic?

January 19, 2021

Discover the latest updates on travelling to Portugal during COVID-19.

We went to Joana Vasconcelos’ exhibition at Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art

We went to Joana Vasconcelos’ exhibition at Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art

January 19, 2021

We went to Joana Vasconcelos’ exhibition at Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art. ‘I’m Your Mirror’ brings together some of Joana Vasconcelos’ most iconic art.

JO&SO Wins Award: The Best Travel Blogs and Websites 2019

January 30, 2019

JO&SO Wins Award: The Best Travel Blogs and Websites 2019

January 30, 2019

January 19, 2021

We are thrilled that JO&SO has received an award celebrating The Best Travel Blogs and Websites of 2019. This is the second year in a row that we have been...

Introducing Faces: Conversations with people doing cool things

January 26, 2019

Introducing Faces: Conversations with people doing cool things

January 26, 2019

January 19, 2021

Portugal has so much to discover, so we thought it would be fun to start interviewing people with knowledge to share, from low key restaurants to hidden spots.

The 6 Best Hotels in Portugal by JO&SO for Activa Magazine

December 23, 2018

The 6 Best Hotels in Portugal by JO&SO for Activa Magazine

December 23, 2018

January 19, 2021

The 6 best hotels in Portugal to visit? We are delighted to be featured in the January edition of the Portuguese magazine ‘Activa’.

Welcome to our sparkling new Journal

November 6, 2018

Welcome to our sparkling new Journal

November 6, 2018

January 19, 2021

We will be sharing with you various insider tips, exclusive interviews with people who inspire us, and we are also preparing some itineraries...

We did a photoshoot for The Handmade Soap Company

November 6, 2018

We did a photoshoot for The Handmade Soap Company

November 6, 2018

January 19, 2021

A few months ago the lovely people at The Handmade Soap Company got in touch. They said they really loved our photos and all the places featured on JO&SO.

10 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Azores

November 21, 2024

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10 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Azores

November 21, 2024

Discover the Azores’ best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book your stay today

10 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Douro

October 21, 2024

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10 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Douro

October 21, 2024

Discover the Douro’s best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book your stay.

24 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Alentejo

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24 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Alentejo

Discover the Alentejo’s best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book your stay.

28 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Porto by Neighbourhood

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28 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Porto by Neighbourhood

Discover Porto’s best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book your stay today.

18 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Algarve

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18 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Algarve

Discover the Algarve’s best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book your stay.

23 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Lisbon by Neighbourhood

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23 of the Best Boutique Hotels in Lisbon by Neighbourhood

Discover Lisbon’s best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book your stay today.

5 of the Best Hotels in Costa Vicentina + Insider Guide

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5 of the Best Hotels in Costa Vicentina + Insider Guide

Discover Costa Vicentina's best boutique hotels, handpicked by JO&SO – two Portuguese sisters. Your insider’s guide to Portugal's coolest hotels. Book now.