Amy Green 
Porto is the second biggest city in Portugal after Lisbon and features an amazing array of affordable nightlife as well as good food and great weather to enjoy it all in! It also has a famous, instantly recognised wine named after it – Port! So let’s dive right into exploring some of the fantastic options … Read more
With its charming, picturesque feel, it is easy to understand why Aveiro is often referred to as ‘The Venice of Portugal’. This quaint little fishing town is only 40 minutes south of Porto with regular bus and train links. It is small and easy to walk around, you could cover the centre in just a … Read more
Do you know what the most visited place is in Porto? Many might think it’s the Cathedral, the wine cellars or Torre de Clerigos. But in actual fact the most popular tourist destination in Porto is Livraria Lello bookstore! It’s just a bookstore – it can’t be THAT amazing, I thought. But then I went … Read more
Featured image credit: @martialves This week I’m having an amazing time exploring Porto and one of the best things to do in Porto is Porto Harry Potter tour! As J. K. Rowling spent time living in Porto as an English teacher, you will find many places of inspiration for the books in this wonderful city. … Read more
The Gallery Hostel Porto is my go to accommodation whenever I need a night or two in the city of Porto. I often stay there when I need a night before a flight as it’s walkable to the Lapa Metro station which goes straight to the airport. This hostel is affordable, clean and has all … Read more
Sintra, near Lisbon, in Portugal is home to two of the most reliable surfing beaches in Europe – Praia das Macas and Praia Grande, as well as others! The best times to experience surfing in Sintra is mostly dependent on your own level! While you are able to experience the waves of Portugal all year … Read more
Surfing in Peniche is a great activity for surfing enthusiasts and those who are new to the sport, as this town has some of the best beaches for beginners. The sea temperature near Peniche is not always that warm (it is the Atlantic afterall!) and so be prepared to put on a wetsuit. Waves usually … Read more
Lot’s of people often ask me ‘Can I just move to Portugal?’ Well the short answer is no, you still have to register as a resident and follow the visa and formal paperwork requirements. However, it is much easier for some people to just move to Portugal than it is for others. Can I just … Read more
Olhão is a small fishing village on the Algarve coast which has become a popular destination for tourists and also those looking to relocate to the Algarve. It’s a popular destination for Brits, Germans and Belgians who are looking for the climate with less hustle and bustle of Faro or Lagos. Olhão is famous for … Read more
This last week I’ve been staying at Tilia hostel in Faro and it’s been a blast! Although the weather hasn’t been that sunny and a lot of restaurants and bars are closed, it’s still worth visiting portugal in winter! Traditional Portuguese Decor One of my favourite things about Tilia hostel is the Portuguese style decor. … Read more
