A+ Photo is a unique Photography Holiday to the Heart of Portugal. All types of photographers will be catered for, nature-lovers, architecture-admirers, portrait-afficionados and even Glamour-enthusiasts ! All of our excursions will take into account the preferences of each and every photographer. Compiling these excursions was no easy task but we are confident that we have succeeded in offering something for everyone, every single day !
You can expect to be welcomed with open arms. A nice cocktail will be waiting for you. You'll have ample time to get acquainted with your home away from home, your collegues and the Glampelo Team, enjoy a nice dinner and get a good night's rest.
Since our venue is located in the middle of it's own valley with a picturesque river running through it and some ruins scattered in between the forest, there is more than enough opportunity to please any photographer's eye. Our river and private beach are of course also ideal for swimming, sunbathing & relaxing.
"Wounded Rock" is wonderful waterfall near the pretty village of Espinhal (where we live). The trip there alone is worth the trouble since we will be passing by some very nice typical houses, a unique tree and lovely naturesights and watermillruins. The waterfall itself can be reached via a nature-walk with a few tiny climbs so be sure to bring a pair of good shoes. We will most likely be all alone at the waterfall !
Awe-inspiring nature vistas, easy to spot wildlife, a great fishinglocation and even the chance to take a canoe out on the river Alge.
We will be visiting both the Praia Fluvial or "riverbeach" with the water running through a magnificent series of cliffs, stones and boulders and the Xisto-village of San Simão. This traditional village is built nearly entirely out of shale and simply begs to be photographed.
A chance to admire and discuss eachothers work. And of course some time for relaxation !
After a very nice breakfast, everyone gets the chance to gather their things, say their goodbyes and set off on the trip home.
You
You are a photographer who's interested in nature-, architectural-, portrait- and or glamourphotography. You'd like to experience the beauty of one or all of these things and maybe even find original combinations. You like combining your hobby or job with some holiday fun.
You are the above mentioned photographer's partner. You love assisting him in his adventures or ... you hate assisting him ! In both cases, you'll have a wonderful time because we cater for both photographers and non-photographers alike. You can join your partner on the photo-excursions or enjoy the extra-curricular activities (shopping, relaxing, beauty-treatments) we have lined up for you.
Us
Patrick
Patrick started his career as a photographer as an extension to his work for television. Because he worked mainly with models, he specialised in "people-photography".
His main styles are commercial/fashion, fine-artphotography and glamour, all genres in which his relaxing demeanor with people are extremely useful.
Aside from his photography he now also enjoys entertaining his many guests in Glampelo, his very own "glamourous camping" terrain in Portugal.
Patrick is a sci-fi fan and loves his wife Inga and kids, Maxime & Sean. But as a true workaholic he keeps himself occupied with teaching, organising events and "public speaking"
Inga
Inga has earned credits as a model, stylist and make-up artist through (inter)national catwalks, magazineshoots and televisionwork.
Her "newest" challenge in life has her catering for the guests in Glampelo, Portugal, where she also offers extra services like Japanese Facial massage and make-up classes.
Inga is a busy bee and sees it as the ultimate challenge to make her guests, customers or models, feel like superstars.
Amélie
Amélie is part of the Glampelo staff. She's a bubbly 19-year-old who's great fun to be around and will gladly help out wherever she can.
The first A+glamour phototrip for 2012 is planned for Monday May 7th - Monday May 14th.
If you book before January 31st you get a 15% discount on the total price of the phototrip !
Extra special discounts for groups (photoclubs, schools, etc).
We work on a "first come, first serve basis" ! Available places are limited !
Glampelo is situated in the heart of Portugal near the village of Penela (slightly south of Coimbra). Close to many attractions (nature, wildlife, birds, culture, shopping, archeology, sports, leisure) but still extremely private. After all, the domain has it's own private valley with a river running through it.
You will find lots of information on the following pages :
How to book
To book your spot on the first "A+Photo" phototrip of 2012, to ask us a question, give a remark or just say hello, please e-mail us
How to get there
If you book well in advance you can get extremely cheap fares with different airlines from the UK and Ireland to Portugal (preferably Porto or Lisbon).
We have some excursions planned in the surroundig areas so renting a car (very cheap with Sunnycars) could prove very useful. If you do rent a car, it might be a good idea to rent a 4x4 which will allow you to explore even more of the countryside.
All prices include :
If you book before January 31st you get a 15% discount on the total price of the phototrip !
Extra special discounts for groups (photoclubs, schools, etc).
We work on a "first come, first serve basis" ! Available places are limited !
Price per person (if you share a - large double - bed with another photographer) : €600,00
Price per person (single) : €950,00
Price per couple : 950,00
Please check here for exact currency exchange rates)
Price excludes airfare (very cheap flights available!), car-rental (necessary for the excursions !) and extra drinks or snacks