Lisbon is on everyone's hotlist right now, but Melissa shows us that there's a lot more to see within only one hour of the Portuguese capital! Her top day trips from Lisbon are worth adding to any Portugal itinerary. It’s no secret that Lisbon has plenty to offer, from … [Read more...]
Piódão: A Magical Village in Central Portugal – Visitor Guide
Before visiting the region of Central Portugal late last year, I had never heard of places like Óbidos, Nazaré, and Piódão-- but these distinctive Portuguese villages quickly became some of my favorite 2017 travel memories. … [Read more...]
8 Delicious Portuguese Foods you Must Try – Authentic Dishes from Central Portugal
When I think of Portugal, I usually think of very specific foods in very specific places. Porto's famous francesinha sandwich or Lisbon's pasteis de Belem (custard tarts), and, of course, Port wine and everything bacalhau (salt cod). When I visited the region of Central … [Read more...]
7 Reasons to Visit Central Portugal — A Gem Between Lisbon & Porto!
In early October I received an exciting email inviting me on a trip to Central Portugal with the Portuguese travel agency Simply B. Based out of Porto, owners Sandra and Victor introduce visitors from all over the world to the delights of Portugal-- focusing above all on Porto, … [Read more...]
