If you are moving to Portugal with your family then you want to consider an area that is suitable for family life and the ages of your children, of course. Portugal is a very family friendly place to live and the Portuguese love children! Factors that will influence your decision will include access to healthcare, … Read more
Coimbra is a beautiful city and you can see the main sights in 2-3 days. However, if you can spare a little more time here, then you can use Coimbra as a base to explore the central region of Portugal. Here are some of my favourite day trips from Coimbra: Porto Visit Porto Cathedral, which … Read more
Ericeira, a charming little fishing village, within easy travel distance of Lisbon makes a lovely little area to visit. It has a lovely Portuguese charm, with its narrow cobbled streets and whitewashed houses. For beach lovers, Ericeira certainly doesn’t have a shortage. But before all that, you’re going to need to think about where you … Read more
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
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
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
Lamego is a beautiful little town set within the hills of the Douro region and with its close proximity to many other towns within the area, it makes for a great spot for a day trip. One popular stop on many people’s lists, when they come to this area, is Lamego Cathedral. Its eclectic mix … Read more
Only 7 kilometres from Porto, Gondomar is a lovely town that also has a lot to offer visitors. It runs right along the bank of the river Douro and as such has some beautiful riverside beaches. Gondomar also has a fantastic industrial history and is also well-known for its gold production! Here are our top … Read more
If on a day trip to the quaint little fishing town of Tavira, your day should definitely include a trip to Tavira Castle or Castelo de Tavira as it is known by the locals. The ruins of this medieval castle date back to the 11th century, when the Algarve region was under Moorish rule. However, … Read more
