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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
Visiting Pena Palace: Tickets, Tips & How To Avoid The Crowds
Visiting Pena Palace in Sintra. Portal 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 …