Our purpose is to promote environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic responsibility by implementing innovative practices, reducing our ecological footprint, and supporting local communities.

Our DMC is committed to integrate the following key factors:

Authenticity: Each itinerary is designed to reveal what is most genuine about Portugal, from its long history and culture to its diversity of landscapes and flavors. We want our clients to get to know the real Portugal in a profound and authentic way.

Excellence in Service: We value detail and care in every interaction. Our service is close, personalized and focused on making our clients feel welcome and accompanied at every stage of their trip.

Local Partnerships: We work with local suppliers who share our principles, helping us to offer truly exclusive experiences in line with our values and ethics.

Positive Impact: At The Little Orange, we believe tourism should be a force for good, creating meaningful and measurable benefits for the places of the visit. Our goal is to design experiences that empower local communities through fair economic opportunities, such as collaborating with local guides, artisans, and family-run businesses. Additionally, we prioritize initiatives that reinvest in the destination, such as conservation programs, education for sustainable practices, and social development projects. For us, positive impact means not only enriching the lives of our travelers but also ensuring that the destinations we work with thrive long after the journey ends.

Environment and Ecological Footprint: Sustainability is at the heart of every decision we make. From carefully selecting partners who share our values to promoting low-impact transportation like biking, walking, or train travel, we take every measure to reduce our ecological footprint. We aim to minimize waste by advocating for reusable materials and encouraging travelers to adopt zero-waste practices during their trips. Furthermore, we actively support habitat restoration and conservation efforts that protect local wildlife and ecosystems. Our ambition is to foster a culture of travel that not only respects nature but actively contributes to its preservation, ensuring that fragile environments are safeguarded for future generations.

Social Communities and Traditions: At The Little Orange, we aim to distribute tourism in a way that avoids over-tourism and prevents strain on local resources or infrastructure. By curating intimate, small-group experiences, we ensure that our presence remains respectful and manageable for the communities we visit. We actively promote cultural heritage by partnering with local artisans, culinary experts, and storytellers to preserve and celebrate traditional knowledge and practices. Through these collaborations, we seek to empower communities to take pride in their heritage while ensuring that our travelers gain an authentic understanding of local customs in a way that is mutually enriching and respectful.

Valuing Knowledge: We enrich our clients’ experiences by promoting meetings with professionals and experts – from chefs to historians, oenologists and artisans – who share their passions and experiences in a unique way.

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