Articles exploring Portugal beyond individual destinations, including culture, nature, history, traditions, national symbols, wildlife and everyday details that help visitors understand the country more deeply.
Drifting above the skies of Portugal is the ever present White Stork. These large birds with their characteristic red beak, and black and white plumage are some of my favourite birds to come across. Generally around Spring time, an abundance of storks make a return to Portugal from their winter nesting sites in Africa. Although …
What’s a ‘staycation’ and what makes it different to a traditional holiday? The word is a portmanteau of ‘’stay’’ and ‘’vacation’’ and it’s all in the name. Literally, it means to stay and holiday in your home country rather than abroad. That could mean multiple day trips to explore nearby attractions, or longer road trips …
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 …
When it comes to souvenirs, one of the absolute top things we recommend taking a look at are Portuguese ceramics. Whether artisanal handmade, or well-known factories, there is something for everyone when it comes to ceramics in Portugal. In this guide, we’ll introduce to you some of the best brands, and places to buy some …