Cascais and Estoril, Portugal, are known for their beautiful beaches just outside Lisbon. Connecting the two towns is an epic seaside promenade you may have never heard of called the Paredão (pronounced roughly pah-reh-DOWN). It’s lined with beach after beach, each with its own sunbeds, restaurants, and vibe. Some are absolutely worth your time, while…
Thinking about your first (or next) solo trip to Europe and stuck on the same question everyone asks… where is actually safe and worth it? I’ve been traveling solo across Europe since 2009, long before it was trendy or easy to Google every answer. I’ve walked into new cities alone, figured things out as I…
If you’re scrolling social media or Google researching your upcoming trip to Lisbon, I’m willing to bet you’ve come across the question: is Cascais worth visiting? I know I did the first time I planned a trip here. A beach town this close to Lisbon sounds tempting, but it also raises a real dilemma. Is…
Travelers coming to Lisbon for sun and sand often find themselves debating: Cascais or Ericeira? Both are fantastic in their own way, but they offer totally different experiences. And if you’re here, you’re probably trying to figure out which one is the better fit for your trip. While both offer those beach-town vibes, one could…
Dreaming of a day trip from Lisbon but dreading the hassle of renting a car? No worries – you’ve got plenty of easy, stress-free options! As someone living in Lisbon, I’ve explored all these amazing spots without ever needing a car. The secret is knowing the best places to visit and how to get there…
Assuming you’re here because you’re trying to decide which highly-rated destination is better for your next outing, Sintra or Cascais, you’ve come to the right place for answers! Having the privilege of living in Lisbon and visiting both places multiple times has given me a unique perspective, or let’s say, the ‘expert factor.’ But before…
