It was recently reported that Malaga on the Costa del Sol in Spain has introduced fines under decency laws and now the trend has headed to Albufeira in Portugal. The town’s council has announced fines for those tourists who dress scantily in the streets of the Algarve town. The new laws are likely to affect travelers from the US, UK, Canada, Russia, France, Spain and...
Travel is constantly evolving, with trends like digital nomads, solo travelers and family vacations, and the latest relates to ‘DINK’ couples. These are couples with Dual-Income-No-Kids, who have more money to spare on their vacations. Meanwhile, when it comes to the top 10 getaways worldwide for DINK couples, two locations in Portugal are listed, namely Funchal...
Nestling in Portugal’s Douro Valley, Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel is thrilled to welcome three Michelin-starred Spanish Chef Nacho Manzano at the helm of its culinary program. Under an exclusive partnership, Chef Manzano will oversee the hotel’s dining establishments: 1638 Restaurant & Wine Bar and Boa Vista Terrace. Chef Nacho Manzano to helm Tivoli Kopke Porto...
Getting out into the fresh air while exploring new hiking trails in Europe is an ideal way to learn more about a country. Not only do the trails head through beautiful nature, they allow travelers to experience more of the country sustainably. Read on to learn more about new hiking trails opened in Europe in 2024. Experience new hiking trails in Europe Get out into...
Travelers seeking to prioritize their health and self-care goals in the coming year will be welcomed to the new Reset & Reconnect Retreat at scenic Casa Palmela in Portugal, set to open in February 2025. Meanwhile, the world renowned wellness retreat Ananda in the Himalayas is bringing its team of experts and practitioners to Casa Palmela to offer a four-night...
Lisbon, Portugal, is the latest popular tourist city to feel the effects of overtourism this summer. According to residents, the tuk-tuks are clogging their streets, making them almost unlivable. Some of the locals say the tourist traffic is so bad, it is often stopping them from leaving their homes. Lisbon, Portugal feeling the effects of overtourism Europe this...
The dreaded word “overtourism” keeps appearing in headlines for many European destinations, but Portugal is doing something about this. Instead of packing out the popular cities and beaches with wall-to-wall tourists, Portugal aims to create the world’s longest circular hiking route, the 3,000 km (1,864 mi) Palmilhar Portugal (Walking Portugal). Are you up to it? Get...
Since the pandemic, many people have given up on the normal office environment, preferring to become remote workers or digital nomads. One is for those who still have a job with a company, while the other is for freelance entrepreneurs, traveling the world while working. In recent years, many places have been lauded for their digital nomad visas, but some are better...
Nestling in the Zamora Province of Spain, Rihonor de Castilla straddles the border between Spain and Portugal. The unique town gets to celebrate the New Year twice as it and its Portuguese counterpart, Rio de Onor are both in different time zones. This makes the Spanish town unique in Spain and fascinating to visit. Rihonor de Castilla and Rio de Onor in two time...
Lisbon is the cosmopolitan capital of Portugal and is a hilly, coastal city with many attractions. Here, visitors can explore the city’s streets with beautiful, pastel-colored buildings in its old quarter. History can also be explored in the city’s many museums while Lisbon’s modern side can be seen in the Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge. Moreover, the city is a...