Costa de Caparica is located on the Tagus at the mouth of the Almada, about 10 km south of Lisbon. It is known for its extensive beaches, which with a length of over 30 kilometers are the largest continuous beaches in Portugal. Part of the municipality of Elmada, it is a typical Portuguese seaside resort. … Read more
The coast of Portugal is a fantastic place to spend a holiday or even move to live there as an expat. It’s much cooler on the coast than inland and where you decided to visit will depend a lot on what you want from the ocean. The Silver Coast, Lisbon Coast and Alentejo coast is … Read more
The silver coast Portugal is located in the north west of Portugal. It stretches from Estoril to Ovar and includes several other towns and villages along its length such as Nazere, Cambelas, Estoril and Aveiro. The silver coast lies about 200km from the capital city of Lisbon but is accessible by highway or rail transport … Read more
Ria Formosa natural park makes a great day trip from Faro and surrounding destinations on the Algarve coast. It offers a variety of landscapes and a unique natural location. The estuary area is a winding labyrinth of beaches and marshlands and home to many wildlife species. What is Ria Formosa natural park? Created in 2004, … Read more
Portugal is one of the oldest and most Christian countries in Europe and it’s a fantastic destination to explore churches and monasteries. Today’s blog is all about the most famous monasteries in Portugal. Let’s kick off with the most amazing and most popular – Jeronimos Monastery in Belem. Jeronimos Monastery The first time I visited … Read more
If you’re looking for a place to go on vacation, I’ve got the best spots for you! Portugal is a beautiful country that has so much to offer. From breathtaking beaches and ancient castles, to delicious food and friendly people, there is no shortage of things to do in this wonderful destination. The best places … Read more
Portugal’s prime location on the Atlantic coast means that many people fly in and out of Portugal. This article lists the main international airports in Portugal, which are Lisbon for the Lisbon coast or Faro for the Algrave. You may also use Porto or Lagos as your departure point if you’re flying into Portugal. Lisbon … Read more
Let’s be blunt about this – the best port tasting tours in the world are in PORTO! I had a great time Port tasting in Porto on both of my trips! Porto is a popular tourist destination and Portugal’s second city. I suggest that you spend at least 3-4 days there if possible. At least … Read more
Palacio Estoril is a historic Portuguese institution on the Atlantic coast and one of the most emblematic European hotels. Built in 1930 in the sleepy coastal town of Estoril on the Portuguese Riviera, a 25-minute drive from Lisbon, the hotel was known as the “Coast of the Kings,” where many members of the royal family, … Read more
Are you wondering how to get a Covid 19 Test in Lisbon? You will be pleased to know that it is quite straight forward and that there are lots of places you can do this. The main reason why you will need to get a private test in Lisbon is for onward travel most likely … Read more