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…
Traveling alone to Porto in the coming months? My experience was that it’s mostly really good. Like 90% good, easy, walkable, sit-down-for-a-while good. And maybe 10% stuff you just want to be aware of so nothing catches you off guard. Porto is a city I genuinely feel fine recommending for solo travelers, even women traveling…
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…
Porto, Portugal, is one of my all-time favourite cities in Southern Europe! It has everything a traveller could want—delicious cuisine, stunning architecture, captivating history, and an incredible climate. Well… almost. Not every month is ideal for visiting Porto. Pick the wrong time, and you might find yourself caught in rain, wind, and chilly temperatures. So,…
Trying to figure out how to cram all the cool stuff to see Porto in one day? This 1 day Porto Itinerary covers a lot of ground in a realistic order to see as many main attractions as possible. However, to manage this busy itinerary in Porto, especially if you’re trying to cover a lot…
