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…
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…
Are you planning a trip to Portugal and trying to decide which major city to spend your time in? I’ll admit, choosing between Porto and Lisbon isn’t exactly the easiest decision to make. These two cities are quite different. Lisbon is sunnier, more colorful, and a lot bigger than Porto. It is perfect for travelers…
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…
Are you thinking of traveling alone to Lisbon? I first traveled solo to Lisbon in 2014 and again in 2023. But I have to be honest: When I first arrived in the capital city alone, I wasn’t very impressed. Simply put, I thought the city was ugly, and might be unsafe! To be fair I…
