As the capital of Portugal, it would be a crime not to visit Lisbon at least for a few days. From gorgeous historic buildings to wonderful museums to enjoy, your stay in Lisbon will be filled with memorable experiences. There is SO much to see and do in Lisbon, you will feel as though you … Read more
Lisbon is undoubtably a contender for the most varied capital city in Europe, and yet also one of the least explored. Tourists flock to Paris, descend on Rome and storm the streets of London, but many have never wandered Lisbon’s hilly streets. For those of us who have, though, we know that Lisbon is a … Read more
The Christ Statue in Lisbon is called the Sanctuary of Cristo Rei (Chris the King). You can see it from Belem and most city viewpoints if you look to the other side of the river Tagus. It is one of the less visited monuments in the city of Lisbon, but if you have enough time … Read more
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
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
When I’m travelling to Lisbon from the UK I usually get the Manchester to Lisbon Easyjet flight. It’s a fast, cheap and convenient way to get to Portugal. From Lisbon, you have train links throughout most of the country, and so if Lisbon is not your final destination then you can easily continue your journey … Read more
Are you interested in travelling to Lisbon solo? The great news is that Lisbon solo travel is easy and quite straightforward. I travelled to Lisbon three times on my own in my 30’s. As a solo female traveller I found it to be an easy and culturally rewarding solo destination. I hope that you find … Read more
One of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Lisbon is Portugal’s capital city. With numerous museums to visit, Portuguese culture is preserved in this city with an ancient history. This makes it a popular tourist destination for people who enjoy art and entertainment. Fado Museum Lisbon Located in the heart of the city, this museum … Read more
I’ve been living in Lisbon for a couple of months now and I’ve seen both sides – the good and the bad. On the whole I would say that the pros of living in Lisbon definitely outweigh the cons. The international community, fantastic cost of living and great weather most of the year makes it … Read more
If you’re visiting Lisbon and are in need of a quick weekend getaway, consider traveling to Porto. As the second-largest city in Portugal, Porto offers a variety of activities and must-see sights that make it well worth the trip. From its famous seafood to its world-renowned port wine, lively nightlight, and impressive historical centre, which … Read more