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An Early Spring Falls Hike
We relished the opportunity to enjoy a 10-kilometer hike in hilly countryside near Lisbon, starting from the charming village of Bucelas.
Misty Monsaraz: Walled Hilltop Town
In a rainy off-season, we finally had the chance to visit this old fortified hilltop town.
Hiking Pedra Amarela
Sintra is the launching point for so many engaging hikes like the Pedra Amarela.
A Sashay thru Seixal
With the rain abating, we seized a chance to explore this nearby town on a picturesque bay.
A Portuguese Potpourri
The bounty was unexpected. This fall we found a wide range of new things to do in Lisbon after all the time we’ve been here.
Rocking River Weekend near Coimbra
For a couple of days, we enjoyed seatrekking, hiking among schist towns, flopping, and even talking into the night.
Doing the Douro: Farther Afield to Bragança, Viana, Arouca
While exploring the Douro River valley, we found other enticements in the vicinity – the home of the Kings, the charm of coastal Viana do Castelo, and…
Doing the Douro
After seeing so much of the rest of the country, we finally took the opportunity to go with the flow – visiting the Douro River and environs: elegant…
Kayaking Sesimbra
We kayaked the Arrabida coast in a delightful half-day excursion with friends.
Re-visiting Two Special Museums
We took the opportunity in the Spring of 2025 to re-visit two of our favorite museums, and certainly tops in Lisbon – the Bordalo Pinheiro and the…
In the Shadow of the Aqueduct
We found a bit of old Lisbon under the aqueduct in the Campolide freguesia.
A Comemorar 50 Anos de Democracia – 25 Abril
We join Portugal's celebration - and demonstration - of rights won in the Carnation Revolution of 1974.
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