Istanbul in 72 Hours: Your Ultimate Guide to the City’s Best Sights
We’ve chosen Ando Living Gümüşsuyu House as our home base for this getaway – not just for its prime location between Taksim Square and Dolmabahçe Palace, but also for the unique sense of calm and coziness. Nestled on a hillside with stunning views of the Bosphorus and the historic peninsula, it offers a peaceful yet […]
More Than a Stay: The Ando Living Way of Life
What does it mean to feel truly at home, wherever you are in the world? At Ando Living, we believe home is more than a space — it’s a lifestyle, a mindset, and a sense of belonging. Our concept video captures the spirit of Ando Living: design-forward residences, seamless service, and a deep connection to […]
Lisbon & Porto’s Festas Populares: Summer 2025 Partying in the City
Portugal is a country deeply connected to its heritage, and nowhere is this more apparent than during its lively summer festivals. When the warm season hits, Lisbon and Porto burst into celebration, the biggest ones honoring saints Santo António and São João. The long-awaited Santos Populares season kicks off in Lisbon with Festas de Santo […]
Lisbon’s Jacarandás: Spring in Purple Bloom
The Jacarandá trees are an iconic element of spring in Lisbon, filling the air and the streets with purple bliss. Want to know a bit more about the history of these trees, and how they became a symbol in the capital? Keep reading! Native to South America, the Jacarandás have become one of Lisbon’s most […]
Lisbon authentic gems by Charlotte
“After seven years of living in Lisbon, I’ve discovered the kinds of places that truly capture the city’s essence — charming, authentic, and a little bit magical. When friends come to visit, I love taking them beyond the obvious and showing them the real Lisbon. These are my favorite hidden gems — the ones that […]
Restaurant openings that you need to know about by Hugo
Duro (Santos) A contemporary and stylish brasserie serving classic Portuguese dishes with Spanish and French influences. Located on Rua do Boqueirão Duro in Santos (from which it takes its name), this is the latest opening from the team behind Sem Vergonha and Vivant.The European-styled brasserie – with large windows, high ceilings and elegant interiors – serves […]
Inside the Design with Carolina Grave
Hi, can you tell us your name and your role at Ando Living? Hi, my name is Carolina Grave, and I’m a Project Manager on the Interior Design team. I’m super excited to tell you a bit more about one of my projects – Abrantes 48 House – that will be opening very very soon, […]
Meet Our Local Friend – Daria Maximova, Founder of Oliófora
Made with local and organic oils and ingredients, Oliófora is our bath & body amenities provider and an integral part of the Ando Living experience, in Portugal. Together, we are keen on taking the travellers’ experience to a whole new level. The products developed by Oliófora are specially designed to, among many other things, hydrate […]
4 Days in Lisbon: What to Do & Where to Go
Traveling to Lisbon, have been reading a lot about the city, but still have no idea where to start exploring? We’ve got you covered! Here are our suggestions for four days in Lisbon. Photo credits: Francisco Nogueira Day 1: Along the Tagus The views from the Tagus are an absolute must! The river area is […]
2 Days in Porto: What to Do & Where to Go
Porto is the most popular city in Portugal after Lisbon, the capital. Besides its iconic evening sunlight, it has beautiful views across the Douro River and a few places you won’t want to miss. Here is our pick for two days in Porto! Day 1 | Downtown, Ribeira & Gaia Reserve your first day in […]