Travel
Beyond Animal Farm: A Real-Life Tale of Rescue and Renewal at Quinta das Caçadoras
A rescue animal menagerie just 40 minutes from Lisbon has taken in 75 animals and invites eco-tourists to chill with them.
Sponsored: Tales from the Trauma Clinic: What I Wish I Had Known
Finding a trauma clinic in the Dolomites wasn’t difficult. The bureaucracy that came after was.
Sponsored: Unpacking Healthcare in Portugal
Whether on a digital nomad visa or just passing through, visitors to Portugal should be aware of their options, so let’s run through them.
Want to explore Benagil caves in the Algarve? You’ll now have to pay to enter.
Benagil caves near Lagoa in the Algarve, a truly magical area your correspondents have previously explored on an inflatable dingy and by, you know, simply
Portuguese Carnaval: Where to Party, Parade, and Burn Stuff in 2024
You think Brazil is the only place to Carnival in Portuguese? Think again. Portugal’s got a lot going on that’s worth checking out.
Abandoned Portugal: The Palácio do Rei do Lixo
Hell, witches, trash, fires, and ghosts? There’s more to see in Coina than meets the eye.
Lousã Schist Village: Something for Everyone
Stone pathways, inlaid fountains, a fanciful swimming spot, and a stunning castle are just a few treasures found in this ancient hidden village.
Driving Topless to a Vineyard in the Algarve
Wind in your hair, wine in your glass, sand on your feet: the perfect weekend escape.
Lisbon’s Airport Is Not the Worst in Europe As Far As Delays
It’s only the sixth worst. Phewee! Safe travels.
Montargil: River Swimming Done Right
It’s unlikely that you’ll have to share your strip of riverbank with anyone other than a hawk, stork, or falcon.
Braga Is Emerging as Northern Portugal’s Shining Star
Braga ranked among the top three cities in Portugal with the best quality of life during the pandemic and the best city to visit in Europe in 2021.
More Bike Paths, More Trails: the Sustainable Tourism Strategy in Portugal
Here in Portugal, we can expect to see major improvements in extending bike paths and walking trails, for starters.