Wild Beauty and Endless Play at the End of the Earth: A Family Stay at Martinhal Sagres
At the very tip of Portugal, Sagres feels like the edge of the earth. We stayed at Martinhal Sagres, a family resort with calm beaches, bright blue Atlantic mornings, and endless play spaces for kids. From swim and tennis lessons to bouncy houses and playgrounds, it is magical for young families. And when you need a taste of town, Sagres delivers with surf cafés, pizza spots, and sunsets that truly feel like the end of the world.
Why We Rebooked Our Summer Trip for Portugal
This was supposed to be the summer of Switzerland — trains, Alps, sparkling water in glass bottles. But after Hawaii reminded us how much we love surfboards, bare feet, and pancakes after Pilates, we knew we needed a different rhythm. Enter Portugal: ocean air, long mornings, and resorts that actually welcome children instead of just tolerating them. From barefoot days at Martinhal Sagres to the quiet elegance of Sublime Comporta and the vineyards of the Douro Valley, it turned out Portugal was exactly what this summer needed.