When that second summer cocktail touched your lips, you knew you were in the right place. A smooth buggy ride had gotten you there, across the dunes of white sand and the very green pine trees. The sun was hitting the beach in a perfect angle. You know, in the way it irradiates equilibrium. The sea waves were like a sound pacifier. Then came the oysters, the sushi, the ultra-fresh local fish, and a bottle of rosé. All sent by the gods. The gods of Comporta Beach, of course.
It lies just a little over an hour south of Lisbon. To get there, you pass through the historical city of Setúbal and go around the Sado River firth natural park. Then, the ocean opens before you. There you find the small village of Comporta. There you find long kilometers of sand, where an unexpected, preserved, and very exclusive Eden exists.
Above all, that’s where you will find – on a secluded beach – the sophisticated picnic you ordered. Before arriving, you indicated your personal tastes. You exchanged ideas over the chef’s suggestions. And then you relaxed, because someone was taking care of every detail.
It’s not news to you. Comporta is one of the most desired destinations in the world. (Yes, we didn’t say “in Portugal” or “in Europe”. We said, “in the world”.) If in doubt, ask Olivia Palermo. Or Lenny Kravitz. Or Princess Caroline of Monaco. They love spending a week there. Or try George Clooney. He sold his house in Italy and bought one near Comporta. Wouldn’t you?
