Flights to Porto from Birmingham UK

Flights to Porto from Birmingham UK

You will be pleased to know that there are direct flights to Porto from Birmingham UK with Ryanair. Porto is a fantastic city in Portugal which is becoming increasingly popular as both a a tourist destination and a more permanent destination for expats. It’s home of Port wine and so Port tasting in Porto is … Read more

How to Get From Lisbon to Porto

How to Get From Lisbon to Porto

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

Cost of Living in Porto

Cost of Living in Porto

The cost of living in Porto actually very cheap compared to most UK and US cities.  The income tax is low for citizens, and many times cheaper for non-residents working in the country. In addition to that, Portuguese people know how to save money from a very young age so they can enjoy their lives … Read more

Port Tasting in Porto

Port Tasting in Porto

Let’s be blunt about this – the best port tasting tours in the world are in PORTO! I had a great time Port tasting in Porto on both of my trips! Porto is a popular tourist destination and Portugal’s second city. I suggest that you spend at least 3-4 days there if possible. At least … Read more

Porto Cathedral

Porto Cathedral

Porto Cathedral is a church in Porto, Portugal. It was built between the 12th and 18th centuries and is the country’s last example of an architectural style that mixes Romanesque and Gothic styles. Built over many centuries atop the ruins of a 10th century Moorish mosque, this cathedral has managed to maintain an atmosphere of … Read more

Things to do in Porto

Things to do in Porto

Porto is the second largest city in Portugal and the capital of the Northern region. The climate is typically temperate with mild, rainy winters and dry, hot summers. Porto has a diverse landscape; the urbanized area extends along both sides of the Douro River estuary, being flat on the left bank and hilly on the … Read more