Getaways to Portugal
History of the Pastéis de Belém: the classic Portuguese pastries
If you have taken any route through Porto or anywhere in Portugal, you will surely have come across the famous Pastéis de…
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Getaways to Portugal
Getaways to Portugal
Porto at Christmas
Visit Porto at Christmas. It is a magical time to tour Portugal and discover this city and the north of the country,…
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The Famous Francesinha of Porto: The Legendary Sandwich
Have you heard of a Francesinha? If you have been to Porto, the answer is probably yes. This famous local dish appears…
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Vinho Verde from Porto
Porto's Vinho Verde is a crisp, aromatic, low-alcohol wine that is often lightly sparkling. Despite the translation, Vinho Verde is never green:…
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The beaches of Porto
The beaches of Porto will surprise you with their quality, many of them easily reached by public transport. The city sits in…
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When to Visit Porto
Porto has hot summers, pleasantly warm springs and autumns and mild but humid winters. The main tourist season runs from June to…
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Matosinhos, near Porto
Matosinhos is an important port and fishing town, famous for its fish restaurants and its glorious sandy beach — the largest sandy…
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History of Porto: A City of Contrasts
The unquestionable beauty of this wonderful destination has been recognised for generations since the beginning of Porto's long history. This Portuguese city…
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