Portugal
My favorite travel gems and breathtaking destinations
Tips and When to Go
Best Waterfalls in Sao Miguel – Salto do Cabrito, Salto do Prego
When visiting the Azores, hiking through the lush forests to one of the many…
Flores Island – 7 Things to Do in Flores and Corvo - Azores
Flores is one of the two westerly located islands in the “Occidental Group”.…
São Jorge - Fajãs, Natural Swimming Pools and the Edge of the World
We visited the beautiful island of São Jorge to see the majestic Pico from the…
Berlengas Islands Guide - A 50 Minutes Boat Ride from Peniche in Portugal
About 10 km west of the small fishing town Peniche, the rugged, windswept…
Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo in Madeira - PR1 Hiking Details and Tips
The most popular and spectacular hike in Madeira is the PR1 from Pico do…
Ponta de Sao Lourenco, PR 8 in Madeira - Hiking Details and 5 Tips
This is one of the best hikes along the rugged coastline at the eastern tip of…
The Traditional Food in Madeira - Food and Drink Guide
Portuguese food consists of meat or fish and is always delicious. I have…
Best Places to Watch the Sunrise and Sunset in Madeira
Madeira is an exceptional island in the Atlantic Ocean and, for me, the most…
Gruta das Torres on Pico Island – The Longest Lava Tube of the Azores
Gruta das Torres is located on Pico Island in the Portuguese archipelago of the…
Caldeira Velha Hot Springs in Sao Miguel Azores – Time Slot Entry Tickets
The thermal springs and pools of Caldeira Velha are located in the heart of Sao…
Algar do Carvão and 9 Must-Visit Places in Terceira - Azores
Terceira and the Acores are famous for the majestic caves, Algar do Carvão and…
Lagoa do Fogo – Viewpoints and Hikes at Fogo Lake in Sao Miguel - Azores
Fogo Lake is located in the centre of Sao Miguel, half an hour's drive east of…
7 Best Beaches and Natural Pools in Madeira - Portugal
Madeira is one of the most beautiful islands in the world, and you never get…
Miradouro da Boca do Inferno in São Miguel - Sete Cidades Azores
Boca do Inferno is the most breathtaking viewpoint on the northwestern tip of…
Nazare Big Waves 2024 - Forecast - Location - How to Watch a Contest
Nazare, Praia do Norte became famous for the biggest waves ever surfed at the…
Levada do Caldeirao Verde and Inferno - Best Levada and Waterfall Hike in Madeira
This is an adventurous and demanding Levada day hike, passing 11 tunnels and…
Arouca 516 - One of the Longest Footbridges in the World
Arouca 516 was the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in the world and…
Praia da Ursa - Ursa Beach Hike and Location
Praia da Ursa is still a hidden gem, not overrun, although just 40 km west of…
Best Time to Visit Madeira - Guide for Levadas and Waterfalls
Madeira is a hiker's paradise where you can climb mountains, the Levadas, and…
Climbing Mount Pico Azores – Hiking Guide and 13 Tips
Hiking to the summit of Pico, the highest mountain in Portugal with 2351 m/…
Kayaking Along the Cliffs and Rocks of Lagos – Algarve
Kayaking from Largos is a Must-Do activity. The view from the kayak to the…
Torre de Belem - Belem Tower in Lisbon
It’s a popular landmark and, for me, one of the most impressive sights of…
Season Guide and Tickets for Monserrate Palace and Garden in Sintra
Monserrate Palace and Park are a unique and overwhelming place that is still…
Convento dos Capuchos - Cork Convent of the Capuchos in Sintra
The Convent of the Capuchos is truly unique situated in the forest in Sintra.…
Where the Land Ends and the Sea Begins
You can do this hike all year, avoid hot months specifically August and…
Cabo Espichel Farol
Cabo Espichel is very special and worth a visit throughout the year. We never…
Praia do Meco at Costa da Caparica
Praia do Meco is our favourite beach at Costa da Caparica. It's always worth…
Ancient Pilgrims Path Around Sintra
You can visit our beautiful country throughout the year. The winter is mild,…
Millennium BCP Foundation - Archaeological Site in Lisbon
This place found by accident tells Lisbon's story 2.500 years ago. It is open…
Praia Santa Marta - Santa Marta Beach in Cascais
Santa Marta Beach is a beautiful hidden cove and not well known although close…
Gruta de Benagil - Benagil Cave - Algarve in Portugal
Gruta de Benagil is incredible. It is not easily accessible. Most tour boats…
Praia da Marinha, Algarve - Tide Times and Tips
Praia da Marinha is one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal and worldwide…
Cabo Da Roca and the Lighthouse in Portugal - Sunset Tips and Season Guide
Cabo da Roca, where the land ends and the sea begins, is a saying for this…
Praia da Adraga - Caves at Adraga Beach Close to Sintra
Praia da Adraga is a pristine local beach. Not many tourists visit this beach…
Tips and Guide for Dolphin Watching Algarve from Albufeira and Lagos
The Algarve is a year-round destination with pleasant temperatures during the…
