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25/05/16 Algarve , Around Portugal # , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Short escape to Algarve – Where Two Go To

Short escape to Algarve – Where Two Go To

For the Portuguese, Algarve is all about sandy beaches and seaside resorts. From West to East, the South Coast has gorgeous beaches that we’ve been eager to explore in a long while. Algarve in May is a great choice, not crowded, with perfect weather to get a tan in a late afternoon, with bath-like water temperature, and equally important, with plenty of accommodation options. May was also our choice for a short sunny gateaway. Continue reading

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Disclaimer! This article was written in collaboration with Metro de Lisboa. We wouldn’t have had the opportunity to take these pictures without their support.

49 stations + 1 (recently inaugurated – Reboleira). The Lisbon’s Metro is not about a maze of lines and stops you’ll find in most of the capitals. It’s about tradition. Continue reading

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28/03/16 Around Lisbon , Turkey # , , , , , , , ,

Hanging around in Mouraria, Lisbon

Hanging around in Mouraria, Lisbon

“Let’s walk this way!”, Edgar says as we leave behind the Intendente square and head towards Mouraria…

At a first glance, I realize I never walked this street before. This street that leads to another one, bumpier than in other quarters, but pleasantly exotic. Continue reading

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22/02/16 Around Portugal , Centre # , , , , , , , , , ,

Batalha, a Portuguese architectural masterpiece

Batalha, a Portuguese architectural masterpiece

The monastery that owes its name to a battle is stupendous. As simple as that. It’s a pleasure for the eyes. A Gothic monument on a Gothic day. The clouds gathered to prepare the introduction of this Portuguese architectural masterpiece. We were amazed and continue to be every time we go visit, even if it’s just for admiring it from the outside. Continue reading

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15/02/16 Around Lisbon , Foodies nest # , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Crafting coffee in the heart of Lisbon (Flor da Selva coffee)

Crafting coffee in the heart of Lisbon (Flor da Selva coffee)

This week we bring you a sip of nostalgia. Recently, we found out (a friend gave us the tip) that in Lisbon, there is a place where the coffee roasting is still made the old fashioned way, wood-fire roasted. Continue reading

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