Alto Douro wine region is easily one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world. Yet, besides its very obvious beauty, the Douro wine region is a very fun place to visit. You can take a relaxing river cruise, and enjoy the views of vineyards from the river. You can take the historic train …
Foz Coa is a small city in the interior of Portugal, located where the Coa River merges into the Douro. In fact, “Foz Coa” in Portuguese literally means Coa mouth. Despite the fact that the whole scenery in Foz Coa is astonishing, the biggest attraction in Foz Coa is clearly the Coa Archeological Park and …
Viana do Castelo is a city of culture, history, and natural beauty. It may not seem the most obvious destination in Portugal, but for many people, it may be one of the most enjoyable! Here we will explore some of the best things to do in Viana do Castelo, from its charming center to the …
This post is all about the Portuguese Desserts – the desserts that you will find in restaurants all over Portugal, and desserts that are typically cooked at home by the typical Portuguese family. The Portuguese have a sweet tooth and a love affair with sweet egg yolks, so you will find plenty of sweet desserts …
Elvas is a small Portuguese town located in the Alentejo district, very close to the Spanish border. This location made Elvas a very important defensive stronghold for many centuries. In fact, a few of the attractions in Elvas are military and related to it, like the several forts, the walls, and the castle. However, there …