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Feliz Dia da Liberdade

The Carnation Revolution (Portuguese: Revolução dos Cravos), also referred to as the 25th of April (25 de Abril) and code-named Operation Historic Turn (Operação Viragem Histórica), was a military coup carried out by Portuguese officers on April 25, 1974, that overthrew the Estado Novo regime.

The coup triggered profound social, economic, political, territorial, and demographic transformations in both Portugal and its overseas colonies, set in motion by the Ongoing Revolutionary Process (Processo Revolucionário em Curso).

Ultimately, it led to Portugal’s transition to democracy and brought an end to the Portuguese Colonial War.

The Carnation Revolution
was the day Portugal bloomed

guns silenced by flowers,
and decades of fear dissolved
in the morning light of April 25th.

It ended a long night of dictatorship,
brought the promise of democracy,
and opened the doors to freedom,
to speech, to choice, to peace.

For the Portuguese people,
it was not just a coup,
but a rebirth—
a quiet revolution
with petals, not bullets.

And every year,
they remember,
not just what was overthrown,
but what was finally reclaimed.

“Today belongs to the people
for the people,
and for the rebirth of Portugal.”

LIBERDADE 🇵🇹

As previously announced, Luis Travel is excited to introduce the Taste of Portugal Experience.

This overnight small-group tour offers a unique journey through different regions of Portugal, with each tour highlighting a new destination.

The first experience will take place from May 16th to 17th, showcasing the beautiful Alentejo region.

Enjoy a one-night stay with 4⭐️ accommodations as part of the Taste of Portugal experience, which includes:
• Private transportation
• Single occupancy hotel accommodations
• A vineyard tour with wine tasting
• A tour of a gin distillery, complete with a tasting
• A pottery experience where you’ll create your own unique piece to take home

Reserve your spot today at: luistravel.pt

Announcing the Rum & Tickles April Jamaican Dinner Series

For reservations:

meetup.com/jamaican-all-inclusive-dinner-experience