It’s that magical time of year again, and I know what you might be thinking… Does Lisbon, Portugal, even have Christmas markets? Well, the answer is yes! I was pleasantly surprised to discover after moving to Lisbon in 2023 that Lisbon hosts Christmas markets, and festive markets are scattered throughout other towns in Portugal. Although…
If you’re planning a trip to Portugal, chances are you’ve hit the same question everyone does: Porto or Lisbon? I get why it’s not an easy call. I live in Lisbon, and I’ve visited Porto more times than I can count, in different seasons and on different types of trips. These aren’t “drive-by” impressions. I…
A day trip from Lisbon to Faro is doable, but I’m going to say this upfront: it’s ambitious. And these days, I’m far more into slow travel than collecting cities like souvenirs. I’ve made the trip myself more than once, and while it can work, it’s not something I’d casually recommend for your first few…
If you’re like me, not every trip is a vacation—most of the time, I have to work when I travel. So, finding those cute cafes that welcome me and my laptop is super important! The coffee shop not only needs to have a pleasant atmosphere, but it also must have great food, strong Wi-Fi, and…
Lisbon’s Christmas markets have a special charm that I fell in love with, from the twinkling lights at Armazéns do Chiado to the cozy wooden chalets at Rossio Market. There’s nothing quite like sipping glühwein in Lisbon with a shot of Ginja (trust me, it’s a must!) The Xmas markets are scattered across the city,…
Could visiting the Portuguese capital in January be one of Europe’s best-kept secrets? As someone celebrating their second winter living in Lisbon, I’m here to give you the inside scoop on what you can expect! Now, I won’t sugarcoat it—Lisbon in January isn’t the sun-drenched destination you might imagine. But there are plenty of perks…
