António Araujo is the founder of Melhores Hoteis, winner of the Best Travel Blog 2024 award in Portugal and one of the most visited travel websites in Portugal and Brazil, with over 9 million visits in 2024 alone.

With more than 10 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry, António has specialised in Digital Marketing, SEO, and Travel Photography, combining creativity and strategy to promote destinations and hotels in a unique and effective way.

Under his leadership, Melhores Hoteis has become a benchmark in the sector, reaching half a million users per month on the website and building a community of over 200,000 Instagram followers. The project also features a monthly newsletter sent to 100,000 readers, delivering exclusive, high-quality content about tourism, hospitality, and unique experiences.

Over the past four years, António and his team have collaborated with more than 200 international hotel brands, including prestigious names such as Six Senses, Sheraton, COMO, W Hotels, Azulik, Anantara, Four Seasons, and Cavo Tagoo. These partnerships have delivered measurable results, generating over 60,000 bookings directly through the Melhores Hoteis platform.

In addition to his editorial and marketing expertise, António is also recognised for his professional travel photography, providing partners with images that come with full usage rights for social media and marketing campaigns. His work blends refined visual aesthetics with a solid digital strategy, ensuring real returns for the hotels and destinations he represents.

With an innovative vision and a commitment to excellence, António Araujo continues to expand the reach of Melhores Hoteis, solidifying the brand as one of the most influential in the travel scene across Portugal and Brazil.