Travel & Culture: ‘Chá Gorreana’ Tea Plantation, The Azores, Portugal

There are few parts of Europe that produce tea. The Azores, a Portuguese archipelago, are one of them. Here, tea is cultivated and processed without the use of chemicals. Chá Gorreana, located on the largest of the islands, is Europe’s oldest tea plantation. The family-run business has been producing black and green tea since 1883. DW reporter Hendrik Welling visited the plantation to learn about the fine art of producing Azores tea.

World News Podcast: Headlines From London, Paris & Vienna (Jan 30)

The weekend’s biggest discussion topics: Simon Brooke on the day’s newspapers, Monocle’s editor in chief Andrew Tuck’s column and a look at ‘Alexander’, a new digital storytelling platform.

Caribbean Island Views: ‘Belmond La Samanna’ Resort, St. Martin (Video)

Perched beside one of the most spectacular private beaches in the French West Indies, La Samanna is as dazzling as the crystal clear waters that lap the sand. Sink into a chic suite, designed to reflect the hypnotic shapes and colours of sea life. Then dress to impress and sample the world-class restaurants, before diving into the island’s vibrant social scene.

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Views: ‘Top 3 Places To Visit In The Dolomites, Italy’

The Dolomites are without a doubt one of my favorite places ever! I’ve been there twice and made a drone video showing you my favorite top 3 must visit spots!

First place: Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm

Second place: Cadini di Misurina & Tre Cime di Lavaredo

Third place: Lago di Braies/Pragser wildsee even though it’s always crowded, even at sunrise this place will always be magical