My 14 favourite Portugal trips (and beyond) in 2025
As another year draws to a close, I’m excited to share a new round-up of my favourite adventures across Portugal. This annual post has become one of the pieces I most look forward to writing – an excuse to rewind the past 12 months and finally tell a few stories from the cool corners of […]
What to wear in Portugal – packing list and seasonal guide
You’ll find stacks of advice on the internet covering what to wear in Portugal, but few are written by people who actually live there. I’ve been based in Portugal since 2018, living through every month and season many times over, so I can tell you exactly what to expect in spring or summer and the […]
Guide to autumn in Portugal: Where to go, things to do & more
Autumn is, undoubtedly, one of the best times of the year to visit beautiful Portugal. I’ve lived in Lisbon since 2018, and while summer offers an abundance of fun in the sun, the heat and crowds can be a lot. That’s why autumn – from September to the end of November – is my favourite […]
Fall in Portugal: 8 places to visit this autumn
If you’ve ever wished summer could stretch just a little longer, then Portugal might be your autumn answer. Early in the season, while much of Europe is already embracing sweater weather, you can still chase sunny beach days along the Atlantic Coast, and push ‘just one more’ ocean swim in the Algarve or on Madeira […]
9 places to visit in Portugal this summer
Summer in Portugal is a sun-drenched dream with long beach days and wall-to-wall festivals and events, where every esplanada (terrace) is filled with happy people enjoying the weather and a few (too many) Super Bocks. While summer is a fun time to explore Portugal, it is peak season, so the most popular places will be […]
9 places to visit in Portugal this spring
Spring can be the best time to visit Portugal, but it’s not all sunshine all the time. While there’s optimism in the air as the country defrosts and the warmth of the sun gains strength, there’s also a constant risk of April showers and crisp days where a thick coat is still necessary. Despite this, […]
Just Flow: What to expect at this Portugal yoga and wellness retreat
A horrified look crossed our faces when, on the third day, we were asked to hand over our phones for 24 hours. These little black bricks are basically part of us. How could we function, stay connected – or know when to wake up? At 6.15am the next day the beating hum of a primal […]