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 …
Monte Gordo is the east Algarve’s most popular beach resort and people are here for one thing only – it’s incredible beach. Due to its proximity to the Mediterranean sea, it also offers the warmest waters in the Algarve. For the lovers of the traditional Algarve, Monte Gordo might not be for you. It’s concrete …
Batalha is a peaceful town around 120km north of Lisbon with one very big surprise. The name of the town – Batalha – literally means battle and was the stage for one of the most important battles in Portuguese history. In 1385, Batalha de Aljubarrota secured Portuguese independence from Castile. To honour that victory, King …
We think Faro is the perfect introduction to the Algarve and maybe even Portugal. Although it doesn’t quite have hidden gem status, Faro is the often skipped over capital city of the Algarve. The airport is located on the outskirts and because of this Faro is often quickly left behind by tourists heading to the …