Pena Palace: DIY Guide to The National Palace of Pena

Pena National Palace Sintra

The stunning red and yellow Pena National Palace has been at the top of nearly all lists of things to see or do in Portugal for a long time. A day trip to Sintra, is perhaps as iconic to Lisbon, as Belem and the pastel de nata! Pena Palace is an exotic and fairy tale …

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Zambujeira do Mar – Exploring the Coastal Alentejo, Portugal

Zambujeira do Mar

Zambujeira do Mar is a small town on the Alentejo coastline, famous for its stunning views and great beaches. It’s a typically charming Portuguese seaside town with the usual features, great beaches, life guards during the summer, and of course great local food in a town that isn’t suffering from mass tourism. Why Visit Zambujeira …

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Barcelos – The Ultimate Travel Guide to Barcelos Portugal

Barcelos Portugal

Barcelos is a small city located in the Braga district of Northern Portugal, it’s famous for the Rooster of Barcelos (O Galo de Barcelos) a national symbol of Portugal which takes the town’s name. It’s a vibrant place where history, legends, and religion all blend into a romantic riverside city. Most of the town is …

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Évoramonte: The Complete Travel Guide to Évoramonte

Evoramonte Portugal

Evoramonte is a tiny, but stunning walled village in the Alentejo region of Portugal. Many places in the Alentejo could be taken straight from fantasy films; walled villages, beautiful castles and timeless countryside. A perfect example of this is the delightful village of Évoramonte. It’s a small village of just several hundred people surrounded by …

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