Escapadas ideales para el Día de la Madre

Ideal Mother's Day getaways

Every first Sunday in May, Mother's Day is celebrated in Spain and Portugal. This special day is celebrated in some Latin American countries on the second Sunday of May, but its meaning remains the same: to recognise mothers' commitment to their children and to show them our unconditional love for them.

Whenever you celebrate it, Mother's Day is a perfect time to share time and experiences with her. In Spain, Mother's Day also coincides with Labour Day this year, so you can take advantage of a long weekend to make plans with her.

All mothers, regardless of age or nationality, get involved to the maximum, but each one is unique and different: those who pursue their professional dreams, those who are dedicated to taking care of the home, those who travel, those who like to take care of themselves... That's why we bring you some proposals to surprise each one of them.

For those of you who are expecting, about to become mothers

If you're expecting your first baby, it's the perfect time to take a last getaway as a couple to enjoy some privacy and prepare for the arrival of the new member of the family. Enjoy some time to yourselves in a #babymoonThis is a getaway totally focused on wellbeing and relaxation, strengthening the couple's bond, relaxing and preparing the mind and body for this new stage. In the Ambroz Valley area, you will find accommodation and spas ideal for a weekend of total disconnection from which you will leave with totally renewed energy, ready to face your new adventure!

This is a great area, and you can also take advantage of the opportunity for a slower pace of tourism in charming nearby villages such as Granadilla or Hervás, discovering the beautiful narrow streets of the old town or the best preserved Jewish quarter in Spain, and enjoying its excellent gastronomy; at the same time you can enjoy the Roman thermal baths in the area, with medicinal waters.

If you wish to extend your getaway, very close by, you will find the Jerte Valley, which this month is in the midst of a shower of cherry blossom petals, leaving a most romantic scene. You can take the opportunity to lose yourself in its small villages and discover its beautiful viewpoints and if possible make short routes to enjoy the wonderful waterfalls.

For mums and kids at home

Fancy a family getaway to a seaside village? Aveiro is a very picturesque and different city from what you have seen so far. If you don't know this area of Portugal, its characteristic colourful houses, typical tiles and canals will make you fall in love with it.

And if you want to enjoy the beach, Costa Nova is the perfect place for a weekend on its immense and endless beaches of fine, white sand where the little ones will have the time of their lives and can even enjoy water sports, such as surfing and others.

Another good option is the coastal town of Cascais, where you will find landscapes of cliffy beaches such as Boca do Inferno, whose sunset will leave you fascinated. You can't miss Cabo do Roca, one of the most spectacular landscapes in the westernmost point of Europe. Cascais is the perfect combination if you want to enjoy the coast but at the same time enjoy the small villages, not too big, but with a lot of life and good atmosphere.

For the more experienced

Why not make a plan alone with your mother and dedicate some time to each other? Spring and the good weather bring with it a multitude of activities that you can do outdoors. Surprise her with a different and special experience, a hot air balloon ride from Alqueva is an ideal option that you will enjoy like few other experiences or even a nautical experience to enjoy the largest lake in Europe. From watching the sunrise before taking flight, to discovering the beauty of the Alentejo and its landscapes from the heights enjoying the best views, an original gift for Mother's Day that she will always remember!

But if you prefer an experience surrounded by nature that is not high-flying, you can enjoy natural environments such as Monfragüe, a Natural Biosphere Reserve, to get to know its flora and fauna, although the most interesting thing happens when night falls, as you can see the stars and admire the sky in one of the most beautiful places in the world. the best skies in Europe.

For grandmothers

Spending a day with her and discovering places with a lot of history and cultural heritage is a plan that you are sure to enjoy. That's why we recommend a trip to Coria, one of the most beautiful villages in the north of Extremadura, which has a historic centre declared a Site of Cultural Interest and walls of Roman origin that you have to see. A stroll through Coria is a very pleasant and enjoyable experience, as it is a flat area with no steep streets or steep slopes.

What's more, if your grandmother is religious, she'll love to see one of the city's best-kept treasures, the Mantel of the Lord's Supper, one of the most important relics of Christianity. Visit its Cathedral and its Museum of Sacred Art, she will surely enjoy learning about its jewels and its Christian history.

You can also enjoy the local gastronomy based on the products of the region, including lamb stew and ovau, a kind of blood soup with bread and pieces of liver. Coria is a very interesting gastronomic and cultural experience to discover with your grandmother.

All these experiences are at your fingertips, as they are included in our gift vouchers, but there are many more possibilities! If you want to know more experiences, in our shop you will find ideal vouchers that you can give as a gift on Mother's Day, which in addition to these activities include a night's accommodation in a 4* hotel or similar and that you can redeem throughout the year.

This is the perfect gift as you can personalise it, choosing the desired experience completely to your liking. In addition, you can get the voucher in both physical and digital format.

If you would like more information or are looking to organise a Mother's Day getaway, please contact contact us.