It was back then during the Lisbon’s new renaissance, tourism in Portugal increased with leaps and bounds. People started visiting the country and exploring the picturesque landscapes and eye-catching places…
The moment the topic of Europe comes up, from a travelling perspective, the first few countries that generally spring to mind are Spain, France, Greece and Italy. The mental image…
Portugal is a beautiful and scenic place that is so rich culturally that the best moments in Portugal will be those where you spend time closest to their culture. Be…
Your definitive guide for finding the best waves on the coast of Portugal!It’s not every day that a surfer gets to travel the world, and it’s not every day that…
Once again, travel experts are ranking Portugal as one of the best places to visit in the world – not to mention, one the countries with the most unique and…
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…
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