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Iberia, Portugal

Lisbon in Winter: All you need to know

January 10, 2020

Portugal is our favorite winter sun destination in Europe. Let us introduce you to the magic of Lisbon in winter! Colorful cobbled streets bathed in sunshine, eclectic graffiti art, spectacular sunsets, and unique street performers. Ready to start your Portuguese winter adventure?

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Iberia, Portugal, Travel hacks

Top 10 Travel Digital Prints | Travel Home Decor

December 29, 2019

Our first digital prints collection is now live and we’re proud to present you our Top 10 choices! A collection of high-resolution photos, capturing the most stunning destinations from our summer-long journey through Portugal. What you’ll love about these prints? Amazing tones of turquoise blue, versatile decor pieces that bring warmth and ocean colors to your home or office space, they make perfect gifts for travelers and ocean lovers! Let’s explore our Top 10 Travel Digital Prints!

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Iberia, Spain

Game of Thrones Dragonstone: Discover Gaztelugatxe

October 29, 2019

Only a few minutes away from the beautiful city of Bilbao, in the Basque region of Spain, you’ll find a stunning little island, which was the setting for Game of Thrones Dragonstone, one of the many breathtaking filming locations. If you miss the thrill of every new Game of Thrones episode, Gaztelugatxe might be the best, adventurously beautiful travel destination for you. Follow our tips to make the most of your trip to Dragon Stone!

Cliffs and waves at Gaztelugatxe
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Iberia, Portugal

From Porto to Douro Valley By Car: All You Need to Know

September 26, 2019
Beautiful view of Douro Valley

Douro Valley is one of the most stunningly beautiful places in Portugal. It’s a trip that you should definitely take, both for the incredible scenery and the wine! Though there are many guided tours available, planning your own trip from Porto to Douro Valley by car might be just as exciting! This is just what we did and we’d like to let you in on some tips, in case you want to set off in your own little journey to Douro Valley.

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Iberia, Portugal

Top 5 Places in Cascais to See for Free

September 18, 2019

Planning a trip to Lisbon? Make sure to include Cascais on your list! Hop on the train and we’ll take you on a tour of the Top 5 places in Cascais that you can visit for FREE! While Cascais is a stunning, glamorous beach town, you don’t need a big budget for the trip. Follow our tips and the only money you’ll be spending will be on the train ride from Lisbon. Let’s explore Cascais!

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Iberia, Portugal

The most beautiful beach in Portugal: Praia da Cordoama

September 12, 2019
Praia da Cordoama, the most beautiful beach in Portugal

The place where we’ve spent most of our beach days in Algarve, a paradise for surfers, where the mountains meet the ocean waves: discover Praia da Cordoama. We’ll take you on a quick tour of the most beautiful beach in Portugal! That is, of course, our opinion. But why not see for yourself?

How to get there

Chilling on Praia da Cordoama

Praia da Cordoama is located in western Algarve, on the west coast, and within easy reach from Vila do Bispo. The easiest way to get there is by car. The views and scenery are quite spectacular on the way to the beach, and so is the beach itself. There is a parking lot right next to the beach, where campers and vans often make their way during the day.

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Iberia, Portugal

Ponta da Piedade: Budget day trip from Lagos

September 10, 2019

One of the most beautiful places in Algarve, Ponta da Piedade is a top tourist attraction. Though there is a general opinion that these gorgeous rock formations are only reachable by boat, Ponta da Piedade can be reached from the shore as well, and it’s equally as spectacular! Here are a few tips for a budget day trip from Lagos to one of Algarve’s gems!

View of Ponta da Piedade from the Top of the Hills

How to get there cheaper!

You may believe the cliffs at Ponta da Piedade can only be reached by boat, but that’s not the case.

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Iberia, Portugal

Autumn in Algarve: Beach days aren’t over in Portugal!

September 2, 2019
Praia da Cordoama Beach days in Algarve Portugal

Not ready to give up on summer yet? We know a place where beach days aren’t over for a long time to come. If you love sandy beaches, incredible ocean waves, wine, seafood, and unbelievable sunsets, autumn in Algarve may be the best idea for you! Explore with us some of the most beautiful spots in Algarve…

Praia do Tonel seen from Fortaleza de Sagres
Praia do Tonel

Algarve is the beautiful region in the South of Portugal, well-known for its stunning beaches, warm temperatures all year round, as well as its picturesque cities, surfing and camping opportunities, and local cuisine. The Atlantic Ocean borders the Algarve region in the west and south, and due to its pleasant climate, this place attracts a lot of tourists, many of whom choose to buy vacation homes and spend their summers here.

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Iberia, Portugal

Cabo de Sao Vicente: Best sunset in Portugal

August 19, 2019

After traveling around Portugal for over two months, we can decidedly say that the best sunset we’ve watched over the Atlantic was at Cabo de Sao Vicente. Incredible rock formations, an iconic red lighthouse, and clouds of mist passing by with amazing speed: the best sunset in Portugal.

We’ve assembled a gallery with our best shots from Cabo de Sao Vicente, and some information on how to get there, and tips on how to make your sunset trip the best experience.

Cabo de Sao Vicente: how to get there?

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