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 Travel Guide: Where to Go, What to See & How to Explore

Central Portugal - Obidos

Central Portugal is where Portugal starts to feel much less straightforward to explore. Between Lisbon and Porto, the landscape changes from Atlantic beaches and fishing towns to historic cities, medieval monasteries, mountain villages and the high landscapes of Serra da Estrela. The region is large enough that you can’t simply see it all in a …

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The Carvoeiro Boardwalk – Exploring the Incredible Algar Seco

Carvoeiro Boardwalk Portugal

The Carvoeiro boardwalk is a 570m wooden boardwalk along the top of cliffs near the beach town of Carvoeiro. The boardwalk offers stunning views of the coastline of the central Algarve. It’s an incredible and easily accessible way of exploring the cliff tops, and it’s suitable for all ages. It’s a great feature for anyone …

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