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Category: Portugal

Articles, tips, and travel stories from Portugal. Read all the exciting adventures here!

A Glimpse of Port Wine

May 6, 2020

No trip to Portugal is complete without trying some local port wine! Visit the Gaia side of Porto to sample all the many varieties! … More A Glimpse of Port Wine

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Pasteis de Nata in Porto, Portugal

A Glimpse of Portuguese Food

May 5, 2020

You must try the local cuisine in Portugal! The francesinha is worthy of a heart attack and the sweeter nata custard tarts are a delight! … More A Glimpse of Portuguese Food

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A Glimpse of Livraria Lello

May 4, 2020

The Livraria Lello in Porto partly inspired JK Rowling’s Harry Potter. See this tiny bookstore with a beautiful staircase and so much charm! … More A Glimpse of Livraria Lello

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Sunset at the Dom Lois I Bridge, Porto, Portugal

A Glimpse of Dom Luís I Bridge

May 3, 2020

In Porto, the Dom Luís I Bridge is the main feature of the city high above the Douro River. Visit for sunset photos with port wine! … More A Glimpse of Dom Luís I Bridge

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A Glimpse of Azulejos

May 2, 2020

Azulejo tiles have been a part of Portugal’s history since the 8th century. Used to form artwork, decorate buildings, and even in flooring. … More A Glimpse of Azulejos

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A Glimpse of the São Bento Railway Station

May 1, 2020

The São Bento Railway Station is a lot more than just a train stop. It has so much historical importance. Add it to your visit to Porto! … More A Glimpse of the São Bento Railway Station

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A Glimpse of Porto

April 29, 2020

Porto, Portugal is a must for any bucket list!. The food, the port wine, and the views are incredible. Read about this beautiful city here! … More A Glimpse of Porto

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Quinta de Regaliera in Sintra, Portugal

A Glimpse of Quinta da Regaleira

April 28, 2020

Don’t miss Sintra’s Quinta da Regaleira in Portugal. Explore the palace, chapel, park, various tunnels, and initiation wells! … More A Glimpse of Quinta da Regaleira

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Boca do Inferno Cascais Portugal

A Glimpse of Boca do Inferno

April 27, 2020

Cascais’s Boca do Inferno (the Mouth of Hell) in Portugal is home to some amazing sea caves and spectacular sunsets. Add it to your list! … More A Glimpse of Boca do Inferno

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Pena Palace Gardens

A Glimpse of the Pena Palace Gardens

April 25, 2020

Just outside of Pena Palace sits lush gardens with many ponds, flowers, trees, and even white swans. Don’t miss this on your trip to Sintra! … More A Glimpse of the Pena Palace Gardens

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