To make sure you don’t miss any of the sights, sounds and opportunities on offer when visiting Portugal, it’s a good idea to have reliable and easy access to the internet. This will also enable you to use apps like WhatsApp for free phone calls and Google Maps for navigation,Read More →
Where’s the best place to stay in Lisbon if you’re visiting for the first time? The central neighbourhoods of Chiado, Baixa, Principe Real, Bairro Alto, Avenida da Liberdade, and possibly Alfama, are the best areas for accommodation if you want to be based in the heart of the city andRead More →
I met with the representatives of the EU’s forthcoming travel authorisation schemes at a travel blogging conference earlier this year; they are keen to spread the word and ensure that travellers don’t get caught unawares. There are two rules that will be coming into force over the next 6-8 monthsRead More →
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 →
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 →
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 offer in Faro has become wider and more varied over the past fewRead More →
Over the past 16 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 →
Whether you spend one night in this charming riverside city or several, my insider tips should help you decide where to stay in Coimbra. As the city I lived in for my first year in Portugal and where I worked for another 8 years, I know it well. It’s alsoRead More →
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 →
