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Lisbon: City of Seven Hills
Situated on the Rio Tagus, Lisbon, city of seven hills is lively and charming with a touch of romantic decay reminiscent of its former glory. Located on the coast with seven hills and…
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Charming Cascais: A Lovely Coastal Retreat
There is a lot to love about charming Cascais, a picturesque seaside retreat only 40 minutes on the train from Lisbon. Whilst my family were galavanting around Southern Spain, we flew to Lisbon…
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Mad about Madeira: Exploring the Island
Funchal indeed has its charm and allure, but it is worth exploring the island’s wildly diverse landscapes and natural beauty. Porto Bay Resort in the Lido area was our homebase during our week-long…
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Mad about Madeira: Fun in Funchal
We’re all mad about Madeira, the volcanic island with its dramatic rugged landscapes, namesake wine, and wild coastline. Just as we settled Lady Yeya into her new school routine, it was time for…
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From Rio Tejo to Rio Duoro: Bank Holiday Weekend in Portugal
Did we make a trip back to San Francisco, CA and not tell anyone? Nope, look again. It’s not the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, it’s Pont 25 de Abril (celebrating the…