Although there are a lot of different expressions in Portugal, varying from the north to the south (and the islands), some are commonly used and can be applied everywhere you choose to go in the country. Learning how to say ‘thank you’ or ‘how are you’ is practical, but so is learning popular expressions that are funny at the same time – especially because they’re used in almost all regions of the country on a daily basis.

Sintra is a town enveloped in mystery, and each of its historical sites is surrounded by legends. It’s also a town known for its literary heritage and vast array of monuments, including prehistoric ones, like dolmens. Because Sintra is rich in nineteenth century Romantic architecture, it was classified as a World Heritage Site, and all of its monuments received the same classification, which includes the ones on this list. Continue reading…

If you’re planning on visiting the Alentejo region you can’t miss Évora, the only Portuguese city to be a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network. Its history spans more than two thousand years, and it’s still etched on the buildings of the city and on the dozens of megalithic monuments in the area.

This city is in the middle of the Alentejo’s wide plains, and the landscape is characterised by olive trees and vineyards, as well as the intensive planting and harvesting of cereals, with pasture regions and forests of cork and oak. Continue reading…

As the festive season draws to a close and work calls us all back again, as the skies of England continue to threaten rain and the days still seem so short, there’s no better pick-me-up than planning for a spring holiday. So, when are the best times to go? The country offers beautiful landscapes and delightful sights all year round, so it can be hard to choose. However, if you time your visit to coincide with some of the country’s most popular events, you can add a special flavour to your stay. Continue reading…