Travel guides to Portugal — from Lisbon and Porto to the Algarve coast. Discover the best things to do, local food and the hidden corners worth the detour.
The island of Madeira is like no other European destination. Nicknamed the “Floating garden in the Atlantic” and the European Hawaii, Madeira is filled with rugged mountains, spectacular waterfalls, luxuriant vegetation, beautiful coastline, sun, Portuguese villages and some of the hilliest roads seen on earth (thanks to the island’s steep relief). The island is a…
Captivated by houses with orange rooftops, I dreamt of visiting Porto for a long time. So, when I took my parents to Lisbon last summer, I knew I had to include Porto in my weekend trip to Madrid. Here I am, a few months later, spending two days in Porto without any real plan but determined to explore the…
Portugal has gained popularity as a cool and trendy destination in recent years. The country has a lot to offer, including a mild climate, charming architecture, mouth-watering food, a laid-back atmosphere, and an oceanic view. When I started planning my trip, I had to decide whether to stay for a long or short duration. However,…
Planning a trip to Lisbon, Portugal? Here is an itinerary for a 3 days trip to Lisbon with things to do and see in the Portuguese capial. Ahh Lisbon! Overlooked for years, the Portuguese capital is now topping the list of places to visit. Last year, I visited Lisbon for the second time, first time being 10 years ago. I loved it so much that…
Canals, gondolas, lagoon and colourful houses… I could be describing Venice with these words but no, I am talking about Aveiro. Aveiro is a charming Portuguese city and one of the best alternative romantic destinations. Located in the west of Portugal, set along the lagoon of Ria de Aveiro, the town is known for its…
