Lisbon is a vast, vast city, the largest one in Portugal. As such, it’s understandable that many may question whether a day or two is enough for such a place. How many days do you realistically need in Lisbon? We’ll go over that in today’s post.
Portugal
What language does Portugal speak?
Do you need to know Portuguese to travel to Portugal? Perhaps you know Spanish and you wonder whether it’ll be of use there too? And, if you don’t, will English suffice? Here’s what languages you can expect to hear in Portugal.
How is Christmas celebrated in Portugal?
Christmas is a magical time in pretty much all of Europe and we all have an image of Christmas in our minds that we may apply to others too. But does this image actually hold up? We’ll give you a chance to find out for yourself in today’s post, as we’ll be going over Christmas celebrations and traditions in Portugal. Let’s meet your new Father Christmas.
Portugal in spring? Five reasons why it’s worth it
Do you have a spare weekend in March, April or May and wonder what Portugal’s like in those months? Will the weather be as splendid as summers tend to be? We’ll go over why spring is a great time to visit Portugal and what temperatures you can expect.
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What to see in the Azores?
Many people call the Azores the “Hawaii of Europe” – it’s humid, rainy and incredibly green. It’s a place to unwind and admire the beautiful scenes nature prepares sometimes. Given that it’s a whole archipelago, you may not know where to start. What to see in the Azores? We’ll go over exactly that in today’s post.
Azores’ water temperatures in July and August
Are you unsure about whether you’ll be able to enjoy long pleasant swims on your trips to the Azores? Understandably so, we no one likes to find out that the waters on their beach are dead cold only upon arrival. Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered. We’ll go over the average water temperatures in the Azores in the summer so you can book that hotel doubt-free.
What to buy in the Azores?
The Azores are renowned for their incredible air quality, ubiquitous greenery and, mainly, for being an archipelago of volcanic islands. As we can’t exactly pack air, a forest or volcanic soil, what should you bring back from the Azores? What should you buy here? We’ll keep it short today and recommend five items in particular.
Where is the Azores Archipelago located?
The Azores is sometimes endearingly referred to as Europe’s answer to Hawaii. And it’s not exactly wrong, as it’s a real paradise for those longing for nothing more than tranquillity and a chance to spend time in stunning nature. But… where are they? Which country do they belong to? How can I get there?
Where and what is Madeira?
Back in the day, Madeira was considered quite a luxurious holiday destination, not available to some average Joe Bloggs. Though clearly that’s not the case anymore and more of us, common folk, can enjoy a nice holiday trip to Madeira. Meaning, where exactly? The name rings a bell, yet the actual details ring hollow. So what is Madeira? Where is it located?
How windy is Madeira?
Madeira is not a particularly hot holiday resort. Its climate is quite mild compared to Mediterranean countries. As such, many people may wonder if its temperatures accompanied by strong gusts may not make it so Madeira gets really cold and unpleasant. As such, we’ll go over just how windy Madeira actually is so you can see whether you have anything to worry about.