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Calçada Portuguesa: One of Lisbon’s Most Beautiful Details
Calçada Portuguesa: One of Lisbon’s Most Beautiful Details
The idea of stone pavements in Portugal actually goes back to Roman times, when mosaic floors were used in villas and public buildings. But the calçada as we know it,... Read more...
ÉVORA: One of the Best Day Trips from Lisbon
ÉVORA: One of the Best Day Trips from Lisbon
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Évora blends Roman ruins, medieval architecture, and strong local traditions, making it one of the most charming towns in the country. Read more...
Lisbon Beyond the Obvious
Lisbon Beyond the Obvious
Lisbon continues to be a trendy city, and it’s easy to find TikToks full of generic recommendations. But if you’re visiting, what seems obvious isn’t always the best choice. So... Read more...
The Story of Bacalhau in Portugal
The Story of Bacalhau in Portugal
Bacalhau is one of the most important foods in Portugal, but it doesn’t live in our waters. So how did it become such a big part of our culture? Read more...
Praça do Comércio: 7 Things Most Visitors Don’t Know
Praça do Comércio: 7 Things Most Visitors Don’t Know
Right by the Tagus, this was not “just a square”. For centuries it was the front door of Portugal. Kings arrived here by boat, spices and gold from the empire... Read more...
Pavilhão Chinês: A Lisbon Bar Full of World War Memories
Pavilhão Chinês: A Lisbon Bar Full of World War Memories
The bar opened in 1986 in an old grocery store. Today, every wall is covered with objects: toy soldiers, model planes, masks, porcelain, helmets, and even pieces from the World... Read more...
Quinta da Regaleira: Sintra’s Palace of Secret
Quinta da Regaleira: Sintra’s Palace of Secret
Quinta da Regaleira is one of the youngest palaces of Sintra, but also one of the most intriguing. It was built between 1904 and 1910, when António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro,... Read more...
7 Questions Americans Often Ask About Lisbon
7 Questions Americans Often Ask About Lisbon
Sometimes, when you live in a city, you forget what first-time visitors really want to know. I used Answer the Public to check what people in the US actually search... Read more...
Palácio dos Marqueses de Fronteira: Lisbon’s Hidden Azulejo Palace
Palácio dos Marqueses de Fronteira: Lisbon’s Hidden Azulejo Palace
If you love history, art, and gardens, the Palácio dos Marqueses de Fronteira is one of Lisbon’s most beautiful secrets. Built in 1671 as a hunting lodge for the first... Read more...
Berlengas: A UNESCO-Protected Island Just 1h30 from Lisbon
Berlengas: A UNESCO-Protected Island Just 1h30 from Lisbon
About 10 km off the coast of Peniche, the Berlengas Archipelago is one of Portugal’s most beautiful and untouched natural areas. With crystal-clear waters, dramatic cliffs, and rare wildlife, this... Read more...
5 Best Views of Porto (and Gaia) You Can’t Miss
5 Best Views of Porto (and Gaia) You Can’t Miss
Porto is a city built on hills, where every corner gives you a new angle of the river, bridges, and red rooftops. Some of the best views aren’t even in... Read more...
5 Tips Every Visitor Should Know Before Coming to Lisbon
5 Tips Every Visitor Should Know Before Coming to Lisbon
Lisbon is one of the most visited cities in Europe, and because of that, many travellers end up missing what makes it truly special. It’s not only about monuments or... Read more...