Our Stay at Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve Resort in Portugal
The new Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve Resort was one of our favorite hotels during our recent 18-day trip to Portugal! After spending four nights in Porto, our family of four …
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Here are my Portugal travel blog posts with first-hand Portugal tips and more!
Is Cascais Worth Visiting? Why It Deserves More Than Just a Day Trip from Lisbon
When planning a trip to Portugal, many travelers visit Cascais on a quick day trip from Lisbon. Or they skip it altogether, as I did on my solo trip to …
Visiting Pena Palace: Tickets, Tips & How to Avoid the Crowds
Visiting Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal looks simple on paper, but in reality, it’s one of the most logistically challenging attractions in the Lisbon area. Tickets sell out, entry times …
Our Lagos Coastal Walk to Ponta da Piedade (2026 Tips + Photos)
We just returned from a summer trip to Portugal, and the Lagos coastal walk to Ponta da Piedade was easily one of our favorite experiences in Portugal. In fact, Matt …
Our Lagos Catamaran Cruise: A Relaxing Sailing Trip Along the Algarve Coast
If you’re looking for a relaxing way to experience Portugal’s beautiful Algarve Coast, I can’t recommend this Lagos catamaran cruise enough. We took this 3.5-hour sailing trip during our June …
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Why We Finally Booked Family Photos in Europe (And Wish We’d Started Years Ago)
Our family spent the first few weeks of our summer vacation in Europe this year, specifically Portugal, and came home with the best souvenir. I didn’t even have to pack …
Our Douro Valley Day Trip From Porto: Wine, Lunch & River Cruise
We just returned home from an early summer trip to Portugal, and one of our favorite days was the Douro Valley day trip from Porto. It was a wonderful opportunity …
Is Livraria Lello Worth It? Our Experience Visiting This Popular Porto Bookstore
If you’ve been researching Porto, chances are you’ve already come across Livraria Lello. This famous Porto bookstore is consistently listed among the top things to do in Porto. And it …
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10+ Europe Travel Essentials: Must-Haves for Your Trip
Are you embarking on a European adventure this year? Are you curious about what Europe travel essentials you should pack? I’ve got you covered! In the past several years, I …
My Stay at the Hyatt Regency Lisbon: Location, Tips & More
The Hyatt Regency Lisbon was my home base during a solo trip to Portugal last year, and while it’s not in the heart of Lisbon, it worked out really well …
Sintra Day Trip From Lisbon: A Realistic One-Day Sintra Itinerary
A Sintra day trip from Lisbon is one of the most popular day trips in Portugal! In less than an hour, you can go from Lisbon’s historic neighborhoods to misty …
Exploring the Moorish Castle Sintra, Portugal: What To Know Before You Go
If Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal, feels busy and overwhelming, the Moorish Castle Sintra, or Castle of the Moors, is the complete opposite. It’s quieter, more spread out, and focused …