Alfama is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Europe and surely one of the most picturesque of Lisbon. This medieval neighborhood escaped the earthquake of 1755 and keeps its Moorish…
One of the world’s most beautiful provinces is Algarve. Located at the South of Portugal, its coastline extends over 200 km. The Algarve is well-known to be blessed with some…
Compared to London or New York, Porto is good value. That said, it’s always possible to blow your budget at tourist traps wherever you travel when you don’t know what…
Europe is a tourist destination that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Most of the people swarm into London, Paris, Rome, Barcelona and others just because they are…
Packing properly for a trip only ever makes it more enjoyable, as doing so would guarantee that you would have one less worry for the entire duration of your trip.…
Portugal is as fascinating as it is diverse. Towering mountains, a beautiful rocky coastline, deep gorges and valleys and ancient cities. The perfect way to discover the country is the…
If you’re lucky to be in Lisbon for New Year’s Eve, you’re in for a treat. The city comes alive with fireworks, parties and merriness. What to do and where…
When you think about moving to Portugal, you may need to consider the paperwork involved with such a big move or the applications that must be applied for to gain…
For a country not known for castles, it’s certainly got its fair share. Dotting the picturesque hilltops, overlooking the countries rivers and plains, there are many fine examples of Middle…
Don’t Visit Lisbon Without Trying These Dishes!Portuguese food is about simplicity. Fresh, seasonal ingredients served with the minimum of fuss. Take the seafood as an example. After bringing in the…
Whether you’re religious – or you’re not – you will experience something heavenly in Fátima. Whether it is the beauty of its holy shrines, the devout pilgrims in joyful prayer…
The good news? Travel & Leisure declared Portugal the winner of its prestigious “Destination of the Year” award for 2016! Of course, we at Portugal.com could not agree more: The…
Located in central Portugal, the Serra da Estrela National Park is a hiking enthusiast’s dream. While most come to Portugal to relax along the beautiful coastline or explore the cities,…
Lisbon ChroniclesBuilt in the seventeenth century as a hunting lodge for the first Marquis de Fronteira, D. João de Mascarenhas, a hero of the Portuguese War of Restoration, this beautiful…
Clemens Wirth recently went on a trip to Portugal with his girlfriend. He decided to bring along his camera and drone to take some pictures. The result is Limbo: A…
24 Hours in BragaAlthough often overlooked in favour of Porto and Lisbon, Braga has much to offer as a tourist destination in its own right. As well as being the…
Portugal has an excellent history when it comes to food. For some of the best places to eat, check out Luke Charny's article "The Best Places to Eat in Lisbon"…
My first encounter with Pedro and Inês’ heart-rending romance was on a guided walk through the grounds of Quinta das Lágrimas in Coimbra. Back in the 14th century, this was…
Lisbon's trams are one of the most popular ways to tour the city. However, the complicated routes can confuse even the savviest tourist. Check out Luke Charnay's article How to…
Who says you can’t combine “luxury” and “package tour” in the same sentence?Meet Portugal.com’s Exclusive Expeditions. This category of first-class tour packages delivers effortless booking, world-class accommodations and an intimate…
Cities like Berlin, New York, Sao Paulo and Mexico City spring to mind when thinking of street art. However, Lisbon has some of the world’s finest graffiti.
My day trip to Furnas was foggier and wetter than expected but that didn’t stop my friend and I from enjoying its charms. Having abandoned our original idea of walking…
The hardest part of planning a vacation in southern Europe is choosing exactly where to go – there are just way too many compelling destinations!Here’s a way to make it…
You probably heard the cheers from across the Atlantic: Portugal’s first-ever victory in the 2016 Euro Cup back in July was arguably the nation’s most important victory since King John's…
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