The 15 Best Car-Free Day Trips from Lisbon by Train or Bus

Lisbon Viewpoint

Lisbon is one of Portugal’s top destinations, and while there is loads to see and do in the city, I always recommend taking at least one day trip if you’re here for more than a few days! Lisbon is also pretty central, and well connected to the rest of Portugal so it makes a great …

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11 Best Day Trips from Tavira – Top Days Out from Tavira

Tavira and its river

Tavira is one of the best places to base yourself in the Algarve, it’s a beautiful and historic town that remains authentic.  Within Tavira you’ll find a slow pace of life, access to some incredible beaches and some unique historical sights. However, it is a small town, so after a few days of exploring you’ll …

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Common Mistakes: 15 Tips for a Trouble-Free Trip to Portugal

Lisbon Portugal

If you’re a first-time visitor to Portugal or a seasoned veteran, many of these simple mistakes happen time and time again. Here’s 15 of the most common mistakes I see visitors make in Portugal, and how to avoid them! 1. Thinking the Couvert is Free One of the most common sources of confusion surrounds the …

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Central Portugal – Exploring Portugal’s Most Diverse Region

Central Portugal - Obidos

Central Portugal can easily be described as one of Portugal’s most diverse regions. Covering everything from the big wave Atlantic coast, to snow peaked mountains and Portugal’s only ski resort. In between you’ll find historic cities hiding UNESCO world heritages sites, fertile river valleys, and tiny villages. All of it well worth taking time to …

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