You might think that Tuk Tuks are mainly used in Asian countries such as India and Thailand, but you might be surprised to hear that Tuk Tuks are a popular way to see the sites of Lisbon and Porto in Portugal! This week I went on a Porto tuk tuk tour with my friend Ginny … Read more
My name is Amy, and I’ve been sending money to Portugal from my UK bank for over a year now, with the view to travel and eventually buy a property and live there. I always get asked questions on how to send money to Portugal, so here are my best tips. Why you might need … Read more
This week I’ve been scouring Porto to discover more about the tastiest and most authentic delicacies. I booked a Porto food and wine tour as an Air BnB experience and if you would like to do the same tour you can book it here. Porto’s food highlights include Bacallau, Pastel da Nata and the famous … 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
If you are considering backpacking in Portugal then I have all the best advice for you right here on this blog! I’ve been backpacking around Portugal on and off for the best part of the last 18 months. I’ve spent time in Northern Portugal, Lisbon and the Lisbon coast and the Algarve. I’ve also taken … Read more
Nestled in the Lousã Valley, not far from the city of Coimbra in central Portugal, is a secret world alive with ancient fairy tale magic. In a patchwork landscape of lush mountains and relics of medieval castles, 27 Schist Villages wait to be explored by the intrepid explorer. Emerald moss creeps across quiet paths, very … Read more
Many people ask me if it’s worth travelling to Portugal in the winter. Yes it definitely is. There are advantages to it including very quiet main attractions and the ability to get good photos easily when it’s not busy. But you do need to be aware of the weather and many restaurant closure in the … Read more
To see everything Lamego has to offer would take a few days, but it is possible to do as a day trip. In today’s blog, we have listed our top things to do in Lamego Portugal. Enjoy! How to get from Porto to Lamego Most people travel to Lamego from Porto. The best way to … Read more
