Estoi Palace – A Magnificent Algarve Palace You Can’t Miss

Estoi Palace

In the charming village of Estoi, just a short drive from Faro, lies the magnificent Palácio de Estoi – Estoi Palace. Truly, one of the Algarve’s hidden gems. Estoi Palace is a stunning 19th-century rococo palace that offers visitors a delightful blend of history, architecture, and picturesque gardens that make it a must-see destination for …

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Óbidos Portugal – The Ultimate Guide to Obidos [2026]

Obidos Portugal

Encircled by medieval walls and defended by a Moorish castle, Óbidos is a village that immediately takes you back in time. To many it’s known as the ‘finest walled village in Portugal’ and for anyone looking to get more out of a trip to Lisbon its one of the top day trips available. An hour …

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Alcobaça Portugal: The Ultimate Guide to Alcobaça

Alcobaca Portugal

The centre of Portugal is an area dense in historic towns, fortifications, and religious monuments. Perhaps this is nowhere more evident than the small town of Alcobaça. It’s around 120km north of Lisbon and the meeting point of two rivers, the Rio Alcoa and the Rio Baça, the meeting of which gives the town its …

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