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Where to Adopt a Pet in Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve

Adopting a pet is a rewarding experience that changes the life of an animal in need. If you’re living in Lisbon, Porto, or the...

5 Best Live Music Clubs in Porto

Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, is known for its stunning architecture, rich history, and, of course, its lively music scene. This is the city that...

10 Secret Towns in Portugal to Explore in 2025

Portugal is a country filled with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Beyond Porto, Lisbon, and the Algarve lies a wealth of lesser-known towns...

The 6 Best Live Music Clubs in Lisbon

Lisbon has long been a hub for culture, art, and music. From soulful fado to upbeat jazz, Lisbon's nightlife thrives on live music and...

7 Shoe Brands to Check Out in Portugal

Shoes, glorious shoes! Did you know that Portugal's shoemaking traditions go back hundreds of years? We didn't either until we started noticing all of...

Celebrate 2025 with the Biggest New Year’s Eve Parties in Porto

As the clock ticks down to 2025, Porto is gearing up for a host of exciting New Year’s Eve celebrations. We've taken a look...

Ring in 2025 in Style with These New Year’s Eve Parties in Lisbon

Are you planning to fly in and celebrate the New Year in Lisbon? If this is your first time to Portugal's capital (or you're...

Your Guide to Running Events in Portugal – 2025 Edition

Get ready for an exciting running season in Portugal in 2025 through some of the most stunning landscapes and historic cities. Runners will have...

Porto in December – Events You Shouldn’t Miss!

If you plan to visit Porto in December, you’re probably all ready for the port wine tastings, the city’s old-world architecture, and its incredible...

Your Guide to December Events in Lisbon 2024

Even though it doesn’t snow in Lisbon in December, the holiday spirit is at its highest! There are many Christmas markets you can attend...

A New Christmas Market Is Coming to Lisbon

It’s official! A new Christmas Market is coming to Lisbon in Lumiar, a traditional area in northern Lisbon, east of Carnide and north of...

Your 2024 Guide to Lisbon’s Christmas Markets

As the holiday season sweeps over the cobbled streets and pastel-hued buildings of Lisbon, the city transforms into a winter wonderland filled with lights,...

How Does Portugal Celebrate the New Year?

The arrival of a new year is a unique moment full of promises and wishes. In Portugal, the celebration of the New Year goes...

Where to Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner 2024 in Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve

Thanksgiving may not be a Portuguese tradition, but for American expats or anyone wanting to join in the celebration of gratitude, there are some...

Why Portugal Is the Perfect Spot for Winter Surfing

Low clouds paint the sky a cool gray as the Atlantic swirls off the west coast of Portugal. This is not the golden summer...

Events in Porto in November – Autumn in the Cidade Invicta

The city of Porto doesn’t rest in November despite the somewhat low temperatures - 16 degrees Celsius during the day (this is, after all,...

Events in Lisbon in November – Autumn in the City of the Seven Hills

Visiting Lisbon in November? Well, you have to prepare for a not-so-Portuguese experience, meaning fewer sunny days and sandy beaches. After all, November is...

A Golfer’s Paradise: The 12 Best Golf Courses in Portugal

Portugal is a top destination for golf enthusiasts worldwide and boasts some of the best golf courses in Europe. Seasoned pros and amateurs alike...

8 Events to Attend in Porto in October 2024

The months of September and October are truly the best to visit Porto or, if you’re a local, enjoy some leisurely walks around the...

12 Things to Do in Lisbon in October 2024

Lisbon in October can be summed up in one word: delightful! It’s not that hot anymore, but it’s not that cold yet either. You...

A Father-Sons Pilgrimage along the Camino Portugues

Chris 'Tarzan' Clemens is adventure traveler and digital nomad and has been living full-time on the road since 2015 chasing warm weather around the...

Things to Do in Porto in September 2024

Porto is buzzing with events in September! Concerts, music festivals, theater, dance performances, and exhibitions. We could go on! In other words, there’s something...

Things to Do in Lisbon in September 2024

Brr! September, right? The days are getting colder and colder and maybe even one of the warmest countries in Europe starts to move indoors,...

The 7 Best Places in Portugal for Stargazing

Did you know that Portugal boasts some of the most extraordinary stargazing opportunities in Europe? With its diverse terrain, ranging from towering mountains to...

The 6 Best Spa Towns in Portugal

Looking for the ultimate in relaxation? Our guide to Portugal's best spas has you covered. From island retreats on the Azores to quiet mountain...

Tram 28 in Lisbon – Here’s Everything You Need to Know!

Planning a trip to Lisbon? I bet you’re looking forward to riding (or at least seeing!) the famous Tram 28, right? But what is...

Things to Do in Porto in August 2024

August is considered a holiday month across Portugal, and the music of the festas (festivals) can be heard until late in the night regardless...

Underground Portugal

Portugal, land of sun, sea and fine wines, has ancient secrets and natural wonders under its feet that few people know about. Beneath the...

12 Things to Do in Lisbon in August 2024

Planning to visit Lisbon in August 2024? Get ready for crazy hot summer days that still feel pleasant, thanks to the refreshing ocean breeze!...

How to Get the Shingles Vaccine in Portugal

We’ve recently received questions from our readers about getting the shingles vaccine in Portugal, so we thought it might be helpful to provide a...
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