Amy Green 
As a small fishing village, Ericeira may not immediately pop into your mind when thinking of somewhere that’s going to have great bars and fantastic nightlife. Yet Ericeira has some fantastic pubs and bars on offer, whether you’re looking for a quiet spot for a couple of drinks or somewhere more lively where you can … Read more
Ericeira is a stunning little fishing village, providing a laidback vibe full of narrow, cobbled streets, white and blue houses and beautiful ocean views. It is a fantastic location if you’re considering a yoga retreat holiday and are unsure of where to go for it. Below, this article will detail three fantastic options for yoga retreats … Read more
The Algarve is a beautiful place to spend the summer and it’s easy to get around too. In this Algarve transport guide we will take a look at the trains, buses and other transport options. My preferred options for transport in the Algarve are actually trains and Uber! Trains in the Algarve Trains in the … Read more
Ericeira is a popular holiday destination and an excellent choice for a relaxing base along the Lisbon coast. Some of the best day trips from Ericeira include Mafra, Sintra and of course Lisbon. Mafra Palace Just a short journey from Mary Sarah is the beautiful Mafra Palace. Mafra itself doesn’t have too much to do … Read more
I recently returned from two weeks of solo travel in the Algarve, Portugal. I was amazed by how easy and enjoyable this trip was. Portugal is a safe country to travel and the Algarve is well-connected by trains and buses. Today I’m blogging all of my top tips for your solo trip to the Algarve. … Read more
The best area to stay in Lisbon depends on what you are looking for. Party animals will head to Bairro Alto whereas places like Belem will give a quieter and more relaxed pace. Popular areas include Alfama, Baixa and Campolide. So, what is the best area to stay in Lisbon? Alfama If traditional Portuguese streets … Read more
The Algarve is a great option if you are looking for some winter sun! It maintains good temperatures of around 16 to 20 degrees Celsius during the day (that can be a good summer’s day in some parts of the UK). Even at night, temperatures usually hover somewhere between 5 to 10 degrees celsius and … Read more
Perhaps you’re looking to move and are trying to make the difficult decision between Portugal or Spain. Completely understandable when you think of the lovely weather, beautiful beaches and seaside towns that both countries have. Ultimately, for many people, the cost of living will be a huge, if not the biggest factor in deciding which … Read more
Sagres, found at the most western point of the southern Algarve is an area of real natural beauty with ragged cliffs overlooking stunning beaches and the sea below. Sagres castle or Sagres fort as it is also known by, is situated upon a piece of headland jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean. It is important … Read more
Estremoz is a beautiful city in Alentejo, to the South of Portugal. It is often referred to as the ‘white city’ partly due to all the lovely white houses spread out over the hill, and also due to its stunning white marble, which made the area known all over the world! Estremoz castle is seen … Read more
