The Brandas do Sistelo trail is one of the best trails in Portugal and one of the best ways to explore the Sistelo region, one of our favorites in northern Portugal. Also known as the PR14 Arcos de Valdevez, the Brandas do Sistelo trail is 8.5 km long and can be completed in 4 to …
This article explores everything you need to know before going to Madeira. To help you understand, we have organized the article into the most frequently asked topics, including the best destinations, people, food, costs, safety, and how to travel in Madeira. Known as the “Pearl of the Atlantic,” Madeira is one of the best destinations …
Rabanadas are a traditional Christmas sweet in Portugal and Brazil. Also known as fatias douradas (golden slices), fatia parida and fatias de ovo (egg slices), rabanadas are the Portuguese version of a French Toast. Traditional rabanadas are made with stale baguette wheat bread, soaked in milk or red wine, and then coated in egg and …
Searching for what to buy in Portugal? You’re in luck! Here you will find the best ideas and where to buy them. As Portuguese, we know everything about the best Portuguese products, their history, and their importance to Portuguese culture. So, here you will find the best souvenirs to buy in Portugal and even some …
Poço Verde is among the best-known and most popular spots in the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Located relatively close to Fafião, known as the village of the wolf, this is a lagoon (or poço as many Geres mountain lagoons are called) of extraordinary beauty, with crystalline green waters and relatively easy access. In this article, we …