I have written before on the top day trips you must make from Lisbon, once you have exhausted the many delights of the Portuguese capital. But after my recent return visit I wanted to write some more about experiencing Lisbon itself. Now that it has had more opportunity to sink into my […]
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Portugal: Wandering through Cascais
I always say that the first thing that should touch your lips when you enter Portuguese territory is a Pasteis de Nata, preferably one from the Fábrica de Pastéis de Belém, the family-run pastry shop that has been selling these delicacies since 1837 when they took over making them from […]
The Best Beaches In The World
When it comes to compiling a list of the best beaches in the world, everyone will have their own opinion. A search of the internet will reveal lists from a myriad of travel authorities from high-end magazines to budget-focused breaks, and places from New Zealand to Croatia. Some love the hustle […]
Portugal: Almonds and architecture in the Algarve
I will admit to having deep misgivings when I booked a holiday in the Algarve region of Portugal. I had visions of 1980s-built holiday resorts and drunk Brits showing off beer bellies in their football shirts… far removed from the sophistication of Lisbon. The Algarve is well known for its 200 […]
Portugal: 5 fantastic day trips from Lisbon
Once I’d climbed the ramparts of the castello, explored the historic barrios, seen the cathedral and shopped the Baixa, it was time to take some day trips from Lisbon and see what the wider region around Portugal’s capital had to offer: Hit the beaches at Comporta and Caparica I have […]