5Places to Try Pastéis de Nata in Lisbon, Portugal
Pastel de Nata is a delightful Portuguese treat, featuring a creamy egg custard nestled in a flaky pastry shell, finished with a dusting of cinnamon. The origins of pastéis de…
LISBON’S TRAMS
To get close to Lisbon and its residents there’s nothing better than a nostalgic roller-coaster ride in an elétrico, one of the capital’s old streetcars, which are constantly rumbling through the city’s narrow streets passing…
Red Frog: Inside Lisbon’s Quietly Iconic Speakeasy
Step through a hidden door and into the dim glow of Red Frog, Lisbon’s quietly iconic speakeasy. This is the side of the city where the night slows down, the drinks become stories, and every moment feels intentionally crafted. A warm, atmospheric look inside one of Lisbon’s most unforgettable bars.
Vila de Rei
The small town of Vila de Rei, which translates to "King's Town," is 30 kilometres north of Abrantes and is a charming place set in a wonderland of pinewoods,…
Discovering Pavilhão Chinês: Lisbon’s Whimsical Hideaway
This is one of those places that you will remember for the rest of your life. Hidden behind a big red door in the heart of Príncipe Real,…
The Submerged Legacy of Vilarinho da Furna: Portugal’s Lost Village
In Portugal’s storied Minho region, a fascinating revelation appears in rare moments of drought: the haunting remains of Vilarinho da Furna rise from beneath the waters, exposing the silent skeletons…
Rhinoceros of Belem Tower
The first Rhinoceros to set foot on European soil since Roman times did not last long. Surviving the 120-day sea voyage to Portugal, the rhino was a diplomatic gift from…
Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Piedade
An 18th-century basilica on a rocky outcrop with sweeping views of the surrounding valleys & mountains. Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora da Piedade Carmelite sanctuary located on a hill overlooking a…