Braga is a city in Northern Portugal known as the religious center of the country. While there are several more things to do in Braga, there is no denying, that the main reason many visit the city is the spectacular sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte. Sitting on the hilltop, 116 meters (381 f) high, […]
Costa del Sol in Spain is famous for beautiful coastline, gorgeous beaches and an average of 320 days of sunshine. There are many towns to visit, but one of the most charming and a true gem is Nerja. What used to be a sleepy fishing village is now a very popular vacation destination. While many […]
Douro Valley, Europe, Portugal
Exploring the spectacular Douro Valley in Portugal – Porto to Douro Valley day trip
Portugal has many beautiful places, but Douro Valley might just be the most stunning region of the country. The UNESCO recognized wine region is one of the world’s oldest with wine production going back to 2,000 years ago. Even if you are not a wine drinker, Douro Valley is a must visit, whether as a […]
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal, famous for its steep hills, old city charm and of course Port wine. Lisbon might be the more popular city in Portugal to visit, but there are many things to do in Porto making it a great European destination. While Porto shares many similarities with Lisbon, it […]
Visiting Gibraltar was on my radar for a quite a while. Even though I didn’t know much about it, I was fascinated by this unusual place, where a massive Rock standing at 426 m (1,398 ft) high dominates Gibraltar’s landscape. Also, I’m not going to lie, the fact that there are wild monkeys roaming freely […]