Colorful vintage-y Porto Portugal is a travel photographer’s dream. Or just a dream. It’s so dreamy that, right now, Porto is one of Europe’s hottest city destinations. Portugal’s second largest city has a pretty palette. Medieval townhouses are stacked above the Duoro River like legos. You’ll find a cavalcade of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neo-Classical … Read more
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
Planning a road trip in Europe? Here are my must know tips for renting a car and driving in Europe, to help you have a smooth journey. Nothing makes me happier than a European road trip. It’s by far my preferred way to travel through Europe. You can set your own itinerary, change it on … Read more
Need some destination inspiration for Portugal? This is the ultimate Portugal bucket list, with all the top things to do in the country. 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 … Read more
Doing some trip planning for a visit to Sintra Portugal? Here are my must know tips for visiting, to have an efficient visit and avoid mistakes. Beautiful Sintra Portugal is the most popular day trip from Lisbon. As a result, in high season, the town is pure chaos. There’s a reason tourists are so besotted … Read more
Are you gearing up for a trip to Lisbon, Portugal? I’ve got you covered with my top tips and tricks to make your Lisbon visit both efficient and enjoyable. Plus, I’ll clue you in on the tourist traps you should steer clear of to ensure your trip is as smooth as it is memorable. Lisbon … Read more
Pena Palace, or the Palácio Nacional da Pena, is a Portuguese attraction that’s launched a thousand clicks. This UNESCO site sits in Sintra, just a quick 30 minute drive from Lisbon. Before I ever clapped eyes on it IRL, I was stunned. It looked downright wacky to me with its “anything goes” design ethos, albeit … Read more
Lisbon is a stunning city that I fell absolutely in love with straight away. The city is a gorgeous mosaic of Medieval, Manueline, and Baroque architecture with a pinch of picturesque crumbling buildings in the older neighborhoods like the Alfama. Lisbon has all the things you need for a great vacation or weekend getaway — … Read more
Can we speak honestly about Aveiro Portugal? Is it really a town in Portugal worth visiting or adding to your itinerary? Sometimes I think that honesty seems largely eclipsed by enthusiasm in the blogosphere. Perhaps it’s because we travel bloggers travel to objectively beautiful places and mostly have phenomenal experiences. But that can’t always be … Read more
Porto is a beautiful city that’s hard to leave. You could stay busy for days there and be perfectly content. But if you want to get out of the city, there are some great day trip options from Porto. There’s something for everyone. You can visit charming medieval villages, hit the beach, study history at … Read more