Legend of the Battle of Ourique
Discover the history and legend of the battle of Ourique, one of the pivotal moments in the creation of Portugal
True meaning of the Portuguese Flag
Get to know the history and the meaning of the Portuguese flag – how the coat of arms and red and green were chosen to represent Portugal
Where to stay in Lisbon – Best hotels and areas
When planning a trip to Lisbon, one of the first and most important decisions you’ll have to make is where to stay. Lisbon is the capital, the largest city in Portugal, and the country’s largest tourist center. Thus, the accommodation options are immense and diverse – from large international hotel chains and charming hotels to …
Everything about Portuguese olive oil
Everything about Portuguese olive oil, production regions, the characteristics and types of olive oil in Portugal.
Where to stay in Porto – Best neighborhoods to stay in Porto
Best areas to stay in Porto with several lodging recommendations – from the cheap options to the high-end hotels of each neighborhood in Porto
30 Fun facts about Portugal
Fun facts and curiosities about the history, culture, and Portuguese economy. For those who are thinking of moving or traveling to Portugal.
Port wine cellars – Calém cellars tour review
Port is appreciated worldwide, being famous since the 16th century. Despite being called Port it is not produced in Porto but in the demarcated Douro region about 100 km from Porto. After its production in the Douro, the wine was transported on the Douro river in Rabelo boats to the numerous cellars in Porto where …
Where to stay in Gerês? Discover the best hotels in Geres
Occupying an area of 70 290 hectares, 3 districts, and 5 different counties, Peneda Geres National Park is vast. It’s also a very mountainous region with areas of difficult access making trips even longer and therefore more important to correctly choose where to stay in Geres. In this article, we will explore the different areas …
Esmoriz walkways, Ovar
The Esmoriz walkways are located between Espinho and Ovar along the Esmoriz lagoon (Barrinha de Esmoriz), which is also known as Paramos lagoon. These walkways were built during the requalification of the lagoon and are an indispensable way to understand the charms of this place better. In fact, with these walkways, anyone can walk around …
20 Famous Landmarks in Portugal
Portugal is a charming country full of beautiful landscapes, incredible beaches, and historic cities to explore. It also has fabulous monuments, further elevating the country’s beauty. Many of Portugal‘s most famous landmarks are historic buildings that reflect the country’s long history and different artistic currents. But we will also include some more recent and even …