Scoping out the best day trips from Lisbon? Lisbon is undeniably an enchanting city, and it ranks high on my list of favorite European destinations. Its picturesque beauty and old-fashioned charm are so alluring that leaving becomes difficult. With an abundance of entertaining activities, one can easily be occupied for days and never run out … Read more
Need some destination inspiration for Portugal? Here’s my guide to 40 must visit famous landmarks in Portugal. Portugal is an incredibly beautiful and ancient country, with a diverse range of breathtaking travel options and destinations. From north to south, Portugal offers up exciting vintage-y cites, eye popping landscapes, beautiful azulejo-clad churches, and important historic landmarks. … Read more
Doing some trip planning for a visit to Sintra Portugal? Here are my must know tips for visiting Sintra, which is an easy day trip from Lisbon. These useful Sintra tips will help you have an efficient visit and avoid making mistakes. Beautiful Sintra Portugal is the most popular day trip from Lisbon. As a … Read more
Planning a trip to Lisbon Portugal? Here are my best tips and tricks for visiting Lisbon in an efficient and enjoyable way. I also tell you what tourist traps to avoid at all costs. Lisbon is a feast for the eyes. It’s an artistic ensemble of sparkling azulejos, eye candy vistas, pastels houses, and melancholic … Read more
Planning a trip to Sintra Portugal? Here’s my guide to visiting the remarkable Pena Palace. Sintra is an easy day trip from Lisbon and should be on your Portugal itinerary. This Pena Palace guide tells you everything to do and see at the popular palace. The romantic Pena Palace is one of the most magical … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the breathtaking Alçobaca Monastery in Portugal. Alçobaca is a former Cisterian monastery founded in the 12th century by Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques who hailed from Guimaraes. It’s a UNESCO-listed site and a must see landmark in Portugal. This guide tells you everything you need to see inside and gives … Read more
Here’s my complete guide to visiting the UNESCO-listed Coimbra University in Coimbra Portugal, with must know tips for visiting. Coimbra is the perfect midway stop between Lisbon and Porto and well worth a visit. The fortress-like university on the hilltop is one of Portugal’s most impressive UNESCO sites. You’ll be awed by the splendid architecture … Read more
Lisbon is a sun-kissed capital known as the “Queen of the Sea.” With a unique blend of sophistication and faded old world charm, it’s one of my favorite cities in Europe. You could spend weeks in Lisbon and not see and experience all its treasures. But most of us don’t have scads of time on … Read more
Looking to get off the beaten path in Lisbon Portugal? I don’t blame you. The top attractions in Lisbon can be mobbed, especially in high season. It’s good to have a place to escape without omnipresent crowds. Besides, not every stroll or reverie needs to be shared with other tourists. And Lisbon’s charms are so … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the spectacular Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon Portugal. Jeronimos Monastery is one of the most important landmarks in Portugal. The limestone edifice is a must visit attraction in Lisbon’s UNESCO-rich Belem suburb. It’s Portugal’s most visited heritage site. In this guide, I give you an overview of the monastery’s history and … Read more