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From Travel and Leisure to Conde Nast Traveller to 500 Hidden Secrets…everyone is obsessing over Portugal. More than ever, I am getting asked about Portugal - my favorite spots, the best time of year to go, where to stay, what to see. Lisbon has seen a massive transformation since covid times, and now more than ever, it's time to experience the magic of this City and Country. Let's start with the newest luxury hotel in the heart of Lisbon, The Ivens.Designed by Catalan architect Lázaro Rosa-Violán known for creating numerous multi-segment environments, famous hotels, and restaurants. There are several restaurants...

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With the holidays coming up, it's time to wrap up shopping for your loved ones. For those who need a little inspiration, we at En Avance have put together some gift guides to inspire you.  For Your Hostess | For The Traveler | Cheeky Gift Giving Ideas Wishing you all the happiest of holidays and cheers to an amazing new year!  

We picked a lucky window to travel for our last minute trip to Peru following all mandated COVID protocols. What a delight to be in this beautiful country during the holiday season.

DESTINATION: PORTUGAL The Adventures of International Travel During COVID For many of us, COVID has completely changed the way we live, work and exist. Quarantines, Covid tests, mask wearing have all become the new normal. For many, summer is synonymous with international travel however if you listen to the media, its all but impossible, however this is not true. If you have a sense of adventure and flexible travel plans, you’ll be surprised the places you can go. My partner James and I had been planning for some time to go to Lisbon, we just had to find the most...