Category Archives: Portugal

The Algarve Beaches

Despite having been born and raised in beautiful beach-spoiled California, I knew we had to see the famous Algarve beaches in Southern Portugal. They did not disappoint. In addition to the gorgeous weather we were fortunate to have, the main … Continue reading

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Sintra

Anything you ever imagined about castles and fairytales can be found in Sintra, less than an hour’s drive west of Lisbon. Perched high atop a hill and overlooking the Atlantic to the west and Lisbon to the east, its fairytale … Continue reading

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Lisbon

Most Americans flood the cities and towns of France, The UK, Southern Spain, Italy, and Germany, bringing back photos and stories from the same recognizable monuments.  Little is to be said of continental Europe’s westernmost country, but now after a brief … Continue reading

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