After a 5-year lapse, my family (from three different countries), gathered together to spend Christmas at Villa Oliva. The Villa is beautiful, decorated in a traditional Portuguese style. From the furniture to the artwork hung on the walls, the light fixtures, and the colourful tiles in the bathrooms, all a delight. Additionally, the surrounding views of the hills with their olive and orange trees were gorgeous, especially when seen from the villa’s rooftop terrace during the evening sunset. And last but not least, the owner of Villa Oliva, Ana Santos, was so very kind, helpful, and generous with her time to ensure our stay was a happy one. And indeed it was. Thank you, Ana!