Portugal is one of our favourite travel destinations in Europe. The cities of Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra have their own distinct vibes and it’s easy to get in the swing of the social scenes there. The rugged coastline by Sintra is a must-visit destination for hikers, whilst wine lovers will be bowled over by the sweeping vineyards of the Douro Valley.
Burgau is the Algarve’s best-kept secret. After finding Carvoeiro to be more like a tourist resort than the quaint fishing village we had hoped for, we feared that all of Portugal’s beaches had been overtaken by big hotels and become…
Carvoeiro in Portugal’s Algarve region is a beach town best suited to those wanting a smaller resort town with easy access to hiking, kayaking and day trips. In this short guide, we take you on a journey to Carvoiero’s best…
Portugal’s Douro Valley stole our hearts. We jumped on a rented scooter in Porto and headed out into the rolling, vineyard-covered hills of the Douro wine region. The winding road spiralled through vineyards. They took us past tiny hillside villages…
We couldn’t resist a coastal hideaway and hike on our summer adventure in Portugal. I set myself the task of finding the best coastal hike in Portugal for the late summer season and I have to say, I’m pretty chuffed…
Planning a weekend in Porto? Our guide to 48 hours in Porto uncovers the best things to do, the best cafes and restaurants and the nicest places to stay. Make the most of your northern Portuguese city break!
Lisbon or Porto — Por que não ambos? (Why not both?) If we’re telling the truth, we loved Lisbon and Porto so much that it’s hard to choose. The best outcome is getting both into your Portugal travel itinerary, but…