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...
Alenquer in the Lisbon District of Portugal is rightfully famous for its annual Nativity Scenes. The event features up to 25 unique Nativity Scenes and this year, the town celebrates the 800th anniversary of the nativity scene. Meanwhile, this year the event opens on November 30 and runs through December 30, 2023. Read on to find out what to expect from this amazing...