Santa Barbara Gardens at night, Braga, Portugal

There are so many things to see and do in Braga and the surrounding area that it’s well worth staying overnight. Here are my recommendations for the best places to stay in Braga, from superb hotels to comfortable guesthouses. Not forgetting spacious apartments for when you want a little moreRead More →

Colourful boat on the lake, Quinta do Lago, Algarve, Portugal

Over the past 17 years, I’ve visited the length and breadth of the Algarve and stayed at luxury Algarve resorts, restored fishermen’s cottages and everything in between. To help you choose the best area to stay in the Algarve for you, I’ve identified certain towns and villages that make goodRead More →

Sunset Aerial view of Faro.

If you’re considering staying in the Algarve’s capital city, here are some of the best hotels in Faro, plus charming guesthouses and superb apartments. Because more people are choosing this historical city as a base, the accommodation on offer in Faro has become wider and more varied over the pastRead More →

Cascais beach and waterfront buildings

I, along with many other people, love Cascais, and for good reason. This pretty coastal resort town is easy to get to by train from Lisbon and there are loads of things to see and do. If you want to spend a few days there, perhaps using it as aRead More →

Landscape around Pinhão, Douro Valley Portugal

Are you having trouble deciding whether or where to stay in the Douro Valley? If so, this insider guide will help you with your choice. The breathtakingly beautiful Douro wine region has become one of Portugal’s “must see” destinations. While it’s possible to get a quick glimpse of the Douro’sRead More →

Deciding where to stay in Porto is much easier with a little insight into its layout. It’s always been a favourite city of mine and one that I return to again and again, even after 16+ years of living in Portugal! During that time, I’ve stayed in several different neighbourhoodsRead More →