About Us

Our team

Eduardo Melo Cláudio, Managing Partner

Eduardo likes to think of himself as a person of multiple interests. Has built a solid career in Portugal’s number one Telecommunications and Internet service provider where he took over management jobs in the areas of Product Development and Management, Customer Service and IT Management. During the time he worked as Product Manager he launched Mimo, the first worldwide pre-paid mobile phone, which is mentioned to this day as one of the greatest Portuguese innovations of all times. This drive towards innovation led him to join professional and personal interests – to travel and to enjoy life to the fullest- and Portugal Trails was born. This is a project that he grabbed with deep conviction and with the belief that Portugal Trails innovative approach allows travelling in an independent and yet safe way and enhanced by local travel consultants.
Pedro Duque, Director of IT

A hardworking computer worker and a large family father, in which everyone loves to travel. Considering all the diversity that our country offers, they have focused their travels and family vacations in Portugal, with some incursions to Spain – land of his paternal grandmother. Invited by Eduardo Cláudio to embrace Portugal Trails and Spain Trails projects, he accepted it with the enthusiasm that innovative and challenging projects offer. Certain that the knowledge of our Travel Consultants allows Portugal Trails to have the most extensive and deep knowledge of the country, he take’s advantage of this knowledge to offer his family even more enjoyable and relaxing trips.
Sofia Dias, Director of Product Management

Sofia began traveling at a very young age and always loved to discover new worlds, cultures and lifestyles. She graduated in Tourism Management in Portugal and furthered her studies in the UK. While spending so long away from her homeland she realised how much she missed the little wonder that is Portugal! There are so many secrets to unveil: the breeze of our beaches, the sounds of our cities, the traditions and unique cultural heritage, the melody of our language, the flavours of our cuisine, the warmth and friendliness of our people… Back in Portugal, Sofia carries on her quest for the hidden treasures of this amazing country, and set off to discover the charms of Spain as well. She will be happy to share these with all travellers who wish to venture with us!
Vanessa Pinto, Sales Director

A Portuguese in love both with Portugal and Spain, since her mother’s side of the family comes originally from Seville. Studied Tourism at University and got a degree as an Interpreter Guide precisely because she knew that her true passion was to travel and to be in contact with many different cultures. And that’s exactly what she did for three years, having now returned to tell you all about it. Indeed to tell you about the secrets and hidden gems that are only familiar to a native. Vanessa also travelled through America, Europe and Africa yet it is in this little corner of Europe that she really feels happy and from where she believes, can turn Portugal Trails customer’s tours, into truly unique experiences. She currently lives in a coastal town on the outskirts of Lisbon.
Cristina Chagas, Travel Consultant

Cristina, since childhood, won the taste for traveling and seeing the world. The only Continent missing now is Oceania, but it won’t be for long! Totally in love with meeting new realities and cultures, she saw in Tourism an excellent opportunity to share her taste for traveling with others. Has a Degree in Business Communication and also has a Master’s Degree in Advertising. Although Tourism is not her area of expertise, she won her passion through all her experiences as a traveler. Currently lives in a town by the sea on the outskirts of Lisbon, having previously lived in Barcelona (Spain). Her greatest wish is to share all her knowledge and to make every trip, to Portugal and Spain, unforgettable! For her there is no greater satisfaction than seeing that the trip she designed exceeded the expectations of the visitors! Feels fully accomplished now that she found her true calling as a Travel Consultant at Portugal Trails & Spain Trails!
Diana Ramos, Travel Consultant

Diana discovered her passion for travelling when she was a young child and it has not stopped growing. Her curiosity has led her to visit a lot of places in Iberian Peninsula, but she desires to visit and learn much more about her homeland and Spain. She loves Portugal and Portuguese food, and is really proud of the fact that her homeland has so much variety to offer. Every year she takes half of her vacation to discover more about Portugal and Spain, and the other half to explore other parts of the world. Diana graduated in Tourism Management in Portugal and also earned a certificate in Guest Service and International Tourism from the University of Central Florida, in the USA. Her enthusiasm for the Tourism Industry was reinforced by travelling in other countries, learning about different cultures, and even more by living and working in the USA where she shared her experiences with people of many countries and with different perspectives. Working as a Travel Consultant gives her the opportunity to put together all of her passions, and she truly loves it!
Filipa Rodrigues, Travel Consultant

Filipa always wanted to work in Tourism. Her passion for other languages and enthusiasm for exploring her own country and others is what drives her! She studied foreign languages, and specialized in Tourist Information. It is her goal to discover more of Portugal and Spain and to use her knowledge to put together wonderful experiences for her clients. Filipa has travelled through Europe and Africa, and looks forward to other adventures to discover other continents. She lives in a seaside town near Lisbon, and couldn’t feel happier about being a Travel Consultant at Portugal Trails & Spain Trails!
Joana Cambeiro, Travel Consultant

Joana’s passion for travelling started early in her life. The trip she did to São Tomé e Príncipe, a former Portuguese colony in Africa, where she volunteered to rebuild a school, was definitely a life changing experience. Through several other volunteering projects she met people from all over the world, who fueled her love for travelling and getting to know and understand different cultures. This turned her into a fascinating and outgoing person who loves to meet new people. When she started an apartment rental service in Lisbon, Joana soon realized that sharing her knowledge of Portugal was like a natural gift; so working at Portugal Trails & Spain Trails is like a dream come true for her. When Joana is not travelling around Portugal or Spain – another country she loves – you can find her either hiking or cycling in Sintra’s Natural Park, just outside her hometown. An absolute foodie, Joana loves a good traditional Portuguese or Spanish meal, together with some of the fantastic wines produced in the Iberian Peninsula.
Nuno Lopes, Travel Consultant

The passion for travelling and getting to know the world had Nuno opting for a Hotel Manager Degree in Portugal. He has found his inspiration and pleasure on the art of hospitality, which he seeks for his travelling clients when organizing their tour. He makes a point in knowing his own country to show whoever crosses his path professionally and personally, all the historic, gastronomical and landscape interest points that can be found from North to South. The fact that part of his family is Spanish, takes his passion for gastronomy and culture across the border to the neighbour country! Adventure sports are his other passion, for which Portugal has great conditions. Being a Travel Consultant at Portugal Trails & Spain Trails, allows him to share with fellow travellers in search of the authentic, the best Portugal and Spain have to offer!
Rita Bernardo, Travel Consultant

Rita was born in Cascais, near Lisbon, and believes that it were the weekend detours with her parents, when she was little, what got her so interested in exploring the country, wandering through new sights and places, as well as understanding their history. The fact that she has always been keen on communicating with new people, led her to a Journalism degree, with the hopes of being able to tell what she sees and witnesses through her writing and also her photography, her two main occupations. Besides Portugal and Spain, to which she refers as two lovely countries with much to discover. Rita loves to discover natural sights, acknowledge new cultures and is very enthusiastic about independent travelling. Now she hopes to share what she has learned with you, by suggesting new settings for fresh adventures and happy memories.
Sofia Silva, Administrative Assistant

Sofia was born in the calm and beautiful Oeiras coastal town and always watched the Tagus River horizon with a glimmering glow in her eyes longing for the adventure of travelling. A Fine Arts student, majored on Design and Photography, she has always worked in creative departments and teaching. Europe and Africa are her favorite destinations but she always considered Portugal and Spain as the most memorable experiences inducers. Naturally fascinated by tourism, culture, civilizations, arts and food, that to her represent interest, experimentation and knowledge, she embraced the Portugal Trails and Spain Trails concept, where she feels fulfilled sharing experiences in this journey with co-workers and clients.