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Why Sao Miguel In The Azores Should Be Next On Your Bucket List
What travel has taught me the most is flexibility, as there are always things that can go wrong. But, if you’re willing to change the plan and adapt, things often turn out better than you planned them. This recently happened to me when I unexpectedly went to Sao Miguel, in Portugal’s Azores Islands. I had set out to go on a volunteer whale watching expedition on the island of Horta, which turned out to be one of the worst trips I’ve ever been on. So, after hearing about how incredible the nearby island of Sao Miguel was, I decided to leave the Horta fiasco early, and go explore the lush…
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7 Things To Love About Lisbon
I absolutely adored Lisbon, Portugal. Every single thing about it. I didn’t know much about it before I visited, so I wasn’t expecting much, but it completely stole my heart. I have hundreds of things I loved, but here were my top 7, perfect if you are planning a 5-day vacation in Lisbon. 7 Things To Love About Lisbon 1. Azulejos The azulejos, or colored tiles, decorated almost every building in Lisbon. The Portuguese first brought this tradition over from Brazil where they were used to keep out humidity. My favorite thing to do in Lisbon was to walk around and view the breathtaking tile work. 2. Sunsets The sunsets…
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The Top Portugal Beaches To Visit
When I booked my trip to Portugal, I knew that there was beautiful places to see in Portugal, delicious food to eat, and incredible charm in Lisbon, but I never imagined how glorious the Portugal beaches would be. I think the Portugal beaches are some of the best beaches in Europe. I’ve also found out a lot of retirees become citizens of Portugal. Here’s my list of the top Portugal beaches you should visit. After visiting if you also wonder how to obtain citizenship in Portugal, start by learning the language! This will help you integrate fully into the society there. The Top Portugal Beaches 1. Miramar, Porto Photo by Joaquim Pinho, Flickr CC…
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Beach Porn Alert: 7 Reasons Why You Need To Put Lagos, Portugal On Your Bucket List Now
If you are wondering where to travel next, you need to take a look at Lagos, Portugal. Here are 7 reasons why: Why You Need To Put Lagos On Your Bucket List 1. Perfect Beaches Portugal has some of the best beaches in Europe. The beaches are so stunningly gorgeous that you will feel like you are in a dream when you see them. Beach caves connect some of the beaches, while towering cliffs surround you in a hug from the Universe. The sand is the perfect softness and the aquamarine waters will leave you feeling soothed in a way that not even spa treatments could do. In fact, I consider the…
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Hotel Faro-A Comfortable Hotel With A Great Location In Faro, Portugal
The Algarve is a spectacular area of Portugal and most people staying in Faro are either coming or going from the airport or visiting to see the gorgeous Deserta Island. When I visited Faro, I stayed at the Hotel Faro, and the location couldn’t have been better. It was located in the marina area, just steps away from the bus station and the main shopping areas. The Faro beach is about 9 km away. The spacious room had a comfy bed, and the best pillows I’ve ever slept on while traveling. (Fluffy goose down pillows) There was also a refrigerator, nice leather chairs to relax in, and a flat screen…
