You might have heard of Evora, one of the most beautifully preserved medieval towns in Portugal with its fascinating historical monuments. Did you also know that Evora, capital of... read more →
Getting familiar with a new city can feel daunting. On our first visit to Lisbon, Portugal’s capital and largest city with half a million inhabitants, we were unsure where... read more →
Within an hour ride from Porto by train, visiting Braga is one of the most fascinating day trips from Porto to take. Braga is a surprising city in a... read more →
When you think about the Portuguese dishes and traditional Portuguese food, what comes to mind? Besides the famous Portuguese egg tarts or pastel de nata, can you name other... read more →
Have you ever been to a wonderland? If you visit Lisbon, don’t miss the chance to go to Sintra to experience the wonderland of Portugal. Sintra is a long... read more →
As a coastal city in northern Portugal, Porto food will surprise the food lovers. The food in Porto draws from the contrasting landscape on the mild ocean side, the... read more →
Have you had açorda? “No”, “what is it,” we asked in unison. “Açorda is a traditional Portuguese bread soup from the Alentejo region, where I’m from”, Cristina replied. In... read more →
Sintra is synonymous with enchanted palaces and royal castles. This Unesco World Heritage Site is an ideal two-days getaway from Lisbon, Portugal’s capital. Staying at this charming stone cottage, close... read more →
Douro Valley, in northern Portugal, is the first demarcated and regulated wine region in the world. In addition to the famous Port wines, this spectacular region also produces some... read more →
Porto is a quaint old city built on the hillsides, overlooking the Douro river in northern Portugal. Its charming historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site worth visiting.... read more →
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