The Azores, 9 islands in the middle of Atlantic belonging to Portugal, are an amazing destination, still somewhat undiscovered. The biggest and most visited of them is São Miguel, often referred to as ” The Green island “. Many people split their time in the Azores between 2 or 3 islands, but you can easily […]
Ponta Delgada is the largest city in São Miguel and in a way serves as a gateway to the Azores islands. The city has the biggest airport and that’s where you’ll most likely land when you visit. Many use the city as a base for exploring the island, especially the west, but the city itself deserves […]
Porto in the second largest city in Portugal and it’s often overlooked in favor of Lisbon. While both cities are great, Porto is definitely the more authentic and traditional one. A combination of great architecture, history, delicious food and world famous Port wine make Porto a perfect European destination. After spending 3 days in Porto, […]
Braga is a city in Northern Portugal known as the religious center of the country. While there are several more things to do in Braga, there is no denying, that the main reason many visit the city is the spectacular sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte. Sitting on the hilltop, 116 meters (381 f) high, […]
Douro Valley, Europe, Portugal
Exploring the spectacular Douro Valley in Portugal – Porto to Douro Valley day trip
Portugal has many beautiful places, but Douro Valley might just be the most stunning region of the country. The UNESCO recognized wine region is one of the world’s oldest with wine production going back to 2,000 years ago. Even if you are not a wine drinker, Douro Valley is a must visit, whether as a […]