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Sintra Without the Crowds
Sintra Without the Crowds
Sintra is one of the most beautiful and popular places in Portugal. For anyone visiting Lisbon, it’s the classic day trip. Most people go to Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira... Read more...
The Lisbon Palace That Started as a Wooden Hut After the 1755 Earthquake
The Lisbon Palace That Started as a Wooden Hut After the 1755 Earthquake
On the 1st of November 1755, one of the largest earthquakes in European history destroyed most of Lisbon. King D. José I, so shaken by the disaster, decided he would... Read more...
Free Google Maps list for Porto: local restaurants
Free Google Maps list for Porto: local restaurants
If you're visiting Porto, here's a free Google Maps list with some of my favourite local restaurants.   Read more...
Did you know that my travel guides include curated Google Maps lists?
Did you know that my travel guides include curated Google Maps lists?
One of the things I really want to highlight is the Google Maps lists. They are organised by categories like traditional restaurants, gardens, pastry shops, viewpoints, bars and nightlife, and... Read more...
Nazaré: Portugal’s Most Iconic Beach Town
Nazaré: Portugal’s Most Iconic Beach Town
About 1 hour and 30 minutes from Lisbon, Nazaré is one of the most iconic towns on the Portuguese coast. It’s famous for its giant waves, old fishing traditions, and... Read more...
Castelo de Almourol: One of My Favourite Castles in Portugal
Castelo de Almourol: One of My Favourite Castles in Portugal
The site has been used for defensive purposes for a very long time, archaeological evidence shows fortifications from pre-Roman and Roman times.  In 1129, Portuguese Christian forces under Afonso Henriques... Read more...
Coimbra: Portugal’s City of Knowledge and Tradition
Coimbra: Portugal’s City of Knowledge and Tradition
Coimbra is one of Portugal’s oldest cities and was even the country’s capital in the Middle Ages. It’s home to the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest in the... Read more...
From Lisbon to the beach
From Lisbon to the beach
You can take the train from Cais do Sodré. Between Paço de Arcos and Cascais, there are many beaches along the coast. If you want to go a bit further,... Read more...
Gardens in Lisbon
Gardens in Lisbon
As a local, one of my favourite things to do in Lisbon is going to gardens ..whether it’s for a picnic, reading a book, or slowing down from the city... Read more...
The Day Lisbon Was Destroyed: The 1755 Earthquake
The Day Lisbon Was Destroyed: The 1755 Earthquake
In 1755, Lisbon was one of Europe’s richest cities, with wealth coming from trade, taxes, and its colonies. Palaces, churches, and public buildings showed off its power and wealth. Religion,... Read more...
Planning a trip to Lisbon or Porto?
Planning a trip to Lisbon or Porto?
Or maybe you have a friend visiting soon and want to offer something actually useful? Both of my digital travel guides have been on promo for the last few days... Read more...
Best Viewpoints in Lisbon (Free & Worth It)
Best Viewpoints in Lisbon (Free & Worth It)
Best Viewpoints in Lisbon (Free & Worth It) Lisbon is a city built on hills, which means it has some amazing viewpoints. If you're visiting, I really recommend checking out... Read more...