A key feature of the event was the B2B meetings, which facilitated over 40 pre-scheduled sessions per participant, fostering strategic partnerships and business growth opportunities. Industry leaders also participated in a series of exclusive wine tourism experiences, offering firsthand insight into Porto , the Douro and Vinho Verde Valleys’ ’s rich wine heritage.
A highlight of the week was the mid-term meeting of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network, further cementing the event’s significance on a global scale. The event concluded with the Porto Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2025 Ceremony, hosted by the Porto Municipality, recognising excellence in wine tourism across the region and celebrating standout wineries, hospitality providers, and wine-related experiences.
Catherine Leparmentier, Managing Director of the Great Wine Capitals, emphasised the strategic value of the event: “Porto Wine & Travel Week has once again proven to be an essential platform for supporting global wine tourism business. These gatherings allow industry leaders to exchange insights, promote best sustainable practices, and create a host of new business opportunities. The Great Wine Capitals were honoured to contribute to these discussions and further strengthen our global network.”
Catarina Santos Cunha, Porto’s City Councillor for Tourism, highlighted Porto’s privileged position as host: “Porto’s deep-rooted wine heritage and commitment to excellence make it the ideal city to welcome an event of this scale. Hosting Wine & Travel Week enhances our international reputation and reinforces our role as a premier wine tourism destination.”
With another successful edition concluded, Porto Wine & Travel Week continues to build momentum, positioning itself as a cornerstone event for shaping the future of the global wine and travel industries.