10 days in Portugal – the perfect itinerary by train

Portugal is one of my favorite European countries, one that I find myself returning to over and over again. There are many reasons for that. Portugal is a great combination of history, culture and stunning landscapes. Despite its rather small size, it’s very diverse and easy to explore with or without a car. On top […]

Aveiro – the “Venice” of Portugal in one day

moliceiros boats on the canal in Aveiro in Portugal

Aveiro, a small city on the west coast of Portugal, is often referred to as Portuguese Venice. Set along the lagoon Ria de Aveiro, it’s home to canals, bridges and colorful Moliceiros boats. While I think the comparison to the iconic Italian city is a bit far fetched, Aveiro sure is a charming and picturesque […]