Explore Portugal’s Peneda-Gerês National Park
Gerês, or Peneda-Gerês National Park, is a national park in northern Portugal. It is called Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês in Portuguese. It is the oldest protected area and Portugal's only…
Portugal Adventures for Travelers
Portugal is a great destination for adventurous visitors thanks to its moderate temperature and affordable cost of living. Portugal is divided into seven regions, and each one has its own…
5 Hiking Routes in Portugal
In every region of mainland Portugal, as well as on several of the islands of Madeira and the Azores, there are numerous excellent hiking paths to choose from, each with…
Why Every Wine Enthusiast Should Visit the Douro Valley in Portugal
If you love wine, stories that come with it, and landscapes that stir something inside you, the Douro Valley in northern Portugal is one of those places you’ll never forget.…
Portugal’s Alentejo Region
The Alentejo, a region in southern Portugal, encompasses a vast area of approximately one-third of the country, extending south from the Rio Tejo to the northern mountain ranges of the…
Travelling Safety Tips
While the majority of tourists have a positive experience while travelling, you must exercise caution, particularly in large cities, to avoid being a target of thugs. Here are some tips…
Alternatives to Portugal’s Tourist Traps
The summer months are a time when, traditionally, everywhere is crowded, filled with visitors looking for the most famous and most beautiful places in Portugal where they can take the perfect…