Travel Contests: October 17, 2018 – Portugal, Mexico, Australia, & more
Here are your travel contests for this week. You can win trips to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; New York City; a Caribbean cruise; Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; St. Lucia; …
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An introduction to Portugal
An introduction to Portugal In Spring 2017, I spent a few weeks in Portugal. It was my first time in the country, aside from having taken a brief day …
Travel Contests: August 15, 2018 – Portugal, Ecuador, Iceland, & more
Here are your travel contests for this week. You can win trips to Ecuador; Los Angeles, California; Belize; Costa Rica; Lisbon, Portugal; Orlando, Florida; Amelia Island, Florida; Iceland; and …
Blue Lounge Lisbon Airport LIS review
The Blue Lounge Lisbon Airport is the smaller of the two Priority Pass lounges at the airport by a long shot. It’s in a much quieter area of Lisbon …
ANA Lounge Lisbon Airport LIS review
The ANA Lounge is the primary lounge at Lisbon airport. Run by Aeropuertos de Portugal, it serves as the lounge for many airlines, along with Priority Pass, which is …
The best craft beer in Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is a city that is going through a moment of excitement. It has a seen a surge in visitors, and it’s also becoming a technology hub. Along with …
The best seafood restaurants in Lisbon, Portugal
It’s no secret that Portugal has excellent seafood. There are plenty of fantastic options when it comes to seafood restaurants in Lisbon. You can go to modern seafood places, …
Portugal’s national sandwiches: The Bifana & the Prego
The Portuguese love a good sandwich, just like any sensible person. Portugal has not one but two sandwiches that are considered national sandwiches: The bifana and the prego. Both …
The guide to Lisbon’s funiculars & elevators
Lisbon is a city built on seven hills. As a result, getting around isn’t as easy as it is in some places. However, Lisbon has built a few unique …
The guide to Lisbon’s trams including Tram 28
Trams are at the heart of Lisbon’s public transportation system. Its bright yellow trams have been made famous all over the world by travelers who have visited the city. …
A visit to LX Factory in Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, like many cities around the world, has old industrial areas that are disused. LX Factory, a formerly abandoned factory in Lisbon, is a showcase for what a city …
A tour of Belem and the Age of Discovery in Lisbon, Portugal
No trip to Lisbon is complete without a day trip to Belém. Belém was a crucial port during the Age of Discovery. Today it is home to a UNESCO World Heritage …
The best craft beer in Cascais, Portugal
Cascais, Portugal is a pretty, upscale beach town just west of Lisbon. It’s easily accessed by train for a day trip or evening out. Less packed than Lisbon, it …
A day trip from Lisbon to Sintra, Portugal – Sintra-Cascais Natural Park & Cabo da Roca
Sintra is one of the most popular day trips from Lisbon, and it’s easy to see why. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to the beautiful Sintra-Cascais Natural …
A day trip from Lisbon to Sintra, Portugal – Castle of the Moors & Pena National Palace
Sintra is one of the most popular day trips from Lisbon, and it’s easy to see why. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to several architectural & historical …