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5 Best Fado Shows in Lisbon

Visting Lisbon without seeing a Fado show is like going to Rome without visiting the Colosseum. Fado is a traditional music style that became...

Fall Guide to Lisbon: Fall Activities in Lisbon 2022

Fall brings with it the changing color of the leaves. Gold, red, and orange fill the trees in parks and roads in Lisbon, creating...

5 Best Things to Do in Sao Miguel, Azores

Sao Miguel is the largest and most populated island in the Azores. A part of the Eastern Group of the Archipelago with Santa Maria...

6 Best Things to Do in Pico, Azores

The most recently formed island in the Azores archipelago, Pico, is known as the Hawaii of the Azores. The island's exotic vegetation and black...

5 Best Hikes in the Azores

Located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores archipelago consists of 9 islands that are an autonomous region of Portugal. The Azores...

Snow in Portugal: Where to Find Snow in Portugal

Does it snow in Portugal? When you think of Portugal, you think of golden sandy beaches and warm weather. However, the temperatures in the 92,212...

7 Things to Do in Ericeira

Ericeira is a coastal town in the city of Mafra, located 45 kilometers northwest of Lisbon. Known for being the surfing capital of Europe,...

7 Best Live Music Spots in Porto

From rock and jazz to the traditional fado, Porto provides a unique musical experience. Many of the best live music spots, however, are only...

9 Best Things to Do in Funchal

Seven hundred kilometers from the Moroccan coast lies Madeira, an island filled with green vegetation and mountainous rocks with a population of 250,000. Its...

Fabrica do Azeite: Explore the world of Acushla olive oil in downtown Porto

Located in downtown Porto on the same street as Bolsa Palace, Fabrica do Azeite opened its doors in late 2021. This "Olive Oil Factory' is more than...

9 Best Live Music Spots in Lisbon

From Jazz to Rock, Fado is not the only genre of live music to enjoy in Lisbon. While the typical melancholic genre of music...

8 Most Beautiful Castles and Palaces in Portugal

One of the oldest countries in Europe, it is no surprise that Portugal features hundreds of stunning castles and palaces. All around the country,...

9 Best Things To Do in Fatima, Portugal

Located in the district of Santarem in the Central Region of Portugal, Fátima is a city known all over the world for its religious...

10 Best Free Things to Do in Lisbon

The birthplace of Amália Rodrigues and calçada Portuguesa Lisbon is rich in culture, history, and striking views. For the past decade, tourists have started to...

Top 9 Portugal River Cruises 2022

Heading to Portugal and looking to experience the country in a unique way? If you are sick and tired of the same old bus...

9 Top UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Portugal

The oldest country in Europe, Portugal's cultural heritage is vast and there is so much history to explore particularly its World Heritage Sites. Portugal...

20 Best Beaches in Portugal

With more than 300 days of sun a year and over 1500 kilometers of Atlantic ocean coastline, Portugal has countless golden sand beaches, some...

9 Best Free Things to Do in Porto

One of the oldest in Europe, Porto’s historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996. There is so much to explore in...

Funchal Music Scene Guide: Best Music Spots in Funchal

Funchal, meaning ‘the place of fennel’ in Portuguese, has a population of around 111,000, making it the sixth-largest Portuguese city and the main center...

11 Best Gay Bars and Clubs in Lisbon

Lisbon is one of the most LGBT friendliest European capitals, particularly the areas of Bairro Alto and Principe Real. The city is filled with...

Lisbon Music Scene Guide: Best Music Spots in Lisbon

The birthplace of Amália Rodrigues, the iconic Fado singer, Lisbon is rich in culture, history, and striking views. Music has always played a large role...

4 Best Clubs in Funchal, Madeira

For an authentic island vacation in Madeira, you must explore the nightlife in Funchal. With clubs that have been gracing the island for decades,...

Porto Music Scene Guide: Best Music Spots in Porto

One of the oldest in Europe, Porto’s historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996! It is no surprise that Porto is...

9 Best Bars in Porto

Home to Port wine, street art, and “francesinhas”, Porto might not be as known for its nightlife as Lisbon, but the bars of the...

5 Best Clubs in Porto

Porto's nightlife is not second-best to Lisbon's, many would even say it's better than the capital's. With a large underground techno scene and plenty...

Top 7 Bars in Funchal Madeira

After taking a dip in the many stunning beaches on the island of Madeira or experiencing the iconic basket cars, a nice cold drink...

6 Best Clubs in Lisbon

Lisbon’s nightlife is one of the best in all of Europe. From bars filling the cobblestoned streets to larger clubs, the city has a...

Top 9 Bars in Lisbon

Lisbon bars are renowned as some of the best in Europe, offering a unique experience. Many line the cobblestone streets, with people filling these...

Top 8 Music Festivals in Portugal 2022

After two summers in a row with no festivals due to COVID-19, Portugal's music scene is coming back to life. Portugal hosts some of...

9 Best Beaches near Porto

If you have already spent a few days in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Porto, it might be time for a beach getaway,...
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