The Tile museum Lisbon is known locally as the Museu Nacional do Azulejo. It is a little-known gem in the heart of Lisbon. These beautiful tiles are an important part of Lisbon’s architectural history – you have probably seen them on train station platforms if you’ve travelled around the country. The tile museum in Lisbon … Read more
There are over one thousand four star hotels in the Algarve. The range of 4 star hotels covers all types and styles from small family run guest houses to large luxury resorts offering everything from private beach front swimming pools to bars, restaurants, spas and a variety of other facilities. #1. Quinta do Lago, Albufeira … Read more
Portugal has been one of the most popular destinations in Europe for a while, and it’s only getting more popular. With an excellent climate, beautiful beaches, and ancient heritage sites to explore, it’s easy to see why Portugal is looking more and more like a place to spend your next vacation. But that might not … Read more
Increasing numbers of people are moving to Portugal from USA. In 2019, before the pandemic, more than 60,000 people relocated to Portugal and 11% percent of them were Americans. It’s not hard to see why. There’s the great climate, beaches, cheap wine and beer and the thriving international community. In Lisbon, it has a buzzing … Read more
Hoping to explore the architectural heritage of medieval Braga? Want to find out the time-tested recipe for Tarta de Nata? Or just looking for a relaxing way to spend your weekend in Portugal’s oldest city? Come explore the most interesting things to do in Braga! This article will give you tips on how to eat, … Read more
Spanning 263 km in the truly beautiful countryside of south-west Portugal, the Historical Way is recognised as being one of the best hiking trips in the whole of Europe. The European Ramblers Association awarded the Historical Way with is “Leading Quality Trails – Best of Europe” certificate in 2016, and it’s clear to see why. … Read more
The best wine tasting Albufeira tours, are some of the highlights of any trip to the Southern Algarve. A trip to wine country is a great opportunity to get away from sometimes overcrowded and touristy beaches and take a journey into the gentle curves of the surrounding area. There are a wealth of family-owned vineyards … Read more
A long weekend in Porto is well-worth the journey up to the North of the country and there are generally around five trains a day making the journey up the Atlantic coastline to Portugal’s second largest city. For your return trip to Faro, you’ve got 8 trains a day to choose from. Faro to Porto … Read more
The Rota Vicentina Fisherman’s Trail is a breath-taking four-day hiking trail in south-west Portugal, set in the Costa Vicentina National Park. The world famous hike is often referred to the Fishermans trail in Portugal. Introducing the Fishermans Trail Portugal The Fishermans trail Portugal, launched in 2013 as a boost for tourism in the stunning and … Read more
It’s great to soak up the Portuguese culture and eat in the Portuguese restaurants and drink coffee and have a tart in a Portuguese Pastelaria. But sometimes, you want a decent sports bar to watch the game! Football is an important part of British culture that many Expats don’t want to leave behind. Today’s article … Read more
