North Portugal is characterised by lush rolling scenery and vibrant towns and cities. Lesser visited than its southern counterpart, the region has a lot to offer those seeking a quieter but equally attractive alternative. The area’s main city is Porto, known for its wine-making heritage and picturesque riverside locale. Explore beyond this bustling coastal city, … Read more
Here’s how to get the best out of 10 days in Portugal, ranging from the big-cities to the coasts. I hope that you enjoy this 10 Day Portugal Itinerary which covers Porto, Lisbon and the Algarve. The Perfect 10 Day Portugal Itinerary Day 1: Fly into porto Take the rest of the easy by fighting … Read more
Often overlooked in favour of the sun-bleached mainland or the breathtaking beauty of the Azores, Madeira could be Portugal’s best-kept secret. The autonomous archipelago can be found scattered many miles off the coast of Morocco. It boasts a subtropical climate and exotic, Jurassic Park-style scenery, with lush green volcanic cliffs rising from azure waters in … Read more
Looking for a Portugal Itinerary of 5 days? You will be pleased to know that although your time there is relatively short, it’s actually possible to see LOADS in Portugal in this amount of time, provided that you are fit and healthy and don’t mind quite a packed schedule! Introduction to Travelling in Portugal Portugal … Read more
So you want to spend one day in Evora? I can tell you that it is totally worth it! This is a fantastic day trip from Lisbon especially if you are interested in religion and history. It’s also great to get out of the big cities and travel through the Alentejo region. I did a … Read more
In the heart of Portugal looking over the Mondego river is the beautiful yet often overlooked city of Coimbra. The University city of Coimbra is often neglected in favour of the bigger cities such as Porto and Lisbon. But did you know that you can easily spend one day in Coimbra as a day trip … Read more
Is it possible to see Porto in one day? Absolutely! You can enjoy a walking tour which will show you most sites of the city. Follow this up with a visit to the Lello bookshop and some Port tasting and you’ve got a pretty good feel for the city in a short space of time. … Read more
Algarve is a coastal region of Portugal, with an average yearly temperature of 22°C. This perfect climate makes it the ideal destination for travellers all year round. Vacationers can enjoy swimming in the fresh, warm water or sunbathing on the golden sandy beaches in Olhão, at Algarve’s southernmost point. Today we bring you the best … Read more
The Azores are a small group of autonomous Portuguese islands in the Atlantic Ocean about midway between North America and Europe. We’ve put together this itinerary to help you plan your trip, so you can spend your travel time wisely! The Essential Azores Itinerary: Day 1: Flight from U.S. to Ponta Delgada (PDL), São Miguel … Read more