Vega de Terron Cruises, Portugal

Vega de Terron’s a laidback and pretty town, right on the border of Spain and Portugal. It’s got a rural setting, with rolling hills behind it and front-row views across the water. Things are pretty traditional in the town itself – the streets are awash with textured sandstone, and trees of all shapes and sizes line the riverbanks. It may be a small town, but there’s a market square, where you’ll find the Chafariz dos Pretos fountain, and a few locals hanging out. For a spot of exploring, the Douro International Nature Park Is around 25 minutes away by car, and the hilltop village of Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo is just a few minutes further on.