You’re planning a trip to Portugal’s Venice and not sure about the top things to do in Aveiro, well, then you’re in the right place! Recently, I spent a week in this wonderful corner of Portugal, and in all honesty, I didn’t want to move on that quickly. Aveiro has it all if you like […]
Category Archives: PORTUGAL
A chill surf town only 30 minutes from Lisbon is the perfect setting for a day trip from the Portuguese capital city to get away from the hustle of the city and other touristy day trips from Lisbon. There are just enough things to do in Ericeira to enjoy a lazy day. But if you’re […]
AUSTRIA, BULGARIA, DENMARK, FRANCE, HUNGARY, ITALY, MALTA, POLAND, PORTUGAL, SLOVAKIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, THE NETHERLANDS
21 Best winter city breaks in Europe
When it comes to winter city breaks, Europe is awesome! With amazing places for winter sun in Europe as well as snowy wonderlands, there are a lot of places to choose from. As a European and a lover of city breaks whenever I find cheap flights, I have compiled this list of what I consider […]
Winter in Algarve, Portugal, is highly underrated if you ask me. The sun-kissed southern part of Portugal is the perfect getaway when large parts of Europe experience cold and dark days. Untamed beaches, staggering cliffs, colorfully tiled fishing villages, and incredible surf are only some of the things you can expect from Algarve in winter. […]
ADVENTURE TRAVEL, HIKING, PORTUGAL
How to hike Algarve’s Seven Hanging Valleys Trail the responsible way
Seven Hanging Valleys Trail is one of the most beautiful day treks on the Algarve Coast and among the best hikes in Portugal. Stretching from Carvoeiro in the west to Praia da Marinha in the east, the hike offers breathtaking views along golden sun-kissed cliffs towering above the deep blue Atlantic Ocean below. The coast […]
There are so many fun things to do in Algarve Portugal that you could gladly spend a month or longer without getting bored. The glittering water, steep, rugged cliffs, sand-swept islands, and friendly locals attract millions of travelers to Portugal’s south coast. With so much to do and so many beautiful towns and natural spaces […]
Albufeira is one of the most popular towns in Algarve, if not THE most popular. But not without reason. Strolling through the charming streets, relaxing on the beach, and the fun water sports are only some of the many things to do in Albufeira. Situated only half an hour from Faro Airport on the Algarve […]
The magical Algarve coast in southern Portugal is one of the most popular summer destinations in Europe and with good reason. With a rugged coastline interrupted by mesmerizing beaches that are met by the deep blue Atlantic Ocean, the Algarve towns are set in a paradise location. But even so, it’s just as amazing to […]
The winter months can be long and dark unless you live in a sunny country. When I lived in Norway, my top priority in winter was to get to somewhere warm and sunny. I needed vitamin D and definitely some sunlight! To help you choose the best places to go for winter sun in Europe, […]
ADVENTURE TRAVEL, Animal tourism, Madagascar, NORWAY, PORTUGAL, SPAIN
21 Best places for whale watching in the world for your next ethical adventure
The sun was shining as the 20-foot boat floated in the Indian Ocean somewhere outside the small island of Sainte-Marie in eastern Madagascar. The 5-6 tourists on the boat were mesmerized. So was I. Surrounding the boat, were 3 massive humpback whales. Just hanging out. While 5 shiny dolphins were jumping playfully around them. We […]
The breathtaking Algarve coast is perfect for a road trip, dotted with charming towns and fun activities along the way. As one of my favorite corners of Europe, southern Portugal has so much to offer that you could probably spend months soaking it all in. However, most of us don’t have that much time on […]
