Travel notes from a local
Places, routes and practical ideas for travellers who want to go beyond the obvious.
30/08/2024
Moagem de Sampaio Portugal Expert® August , 2024 The Sampaio Mill in Sesimbra History, Heritage and TraditionLocated in Sampaio, in the Freguesia of Castelo, in Sesimbra, the Sampaio Mill is a historical and cultural landmark…
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13/08/2024
Coimbra University Portugal Expert® August , 2024 Coimbra University is one of Europe’s oldest universities Coimbra University, located on a hilltop overlooking the Mondego River in Coimbra, is one of Europe’s oldest universities and is…
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18/07/2024
Cataplana Portugal Expert® July , 2024 The Cataplana is a peculiar Portuguese cooking utensil The Cataplana is a peculiar and unique Portuguese cooking utensil, the origins of which are still unknown, since there are no…
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11/06/2024
Coimbra Portugal Expert® June , 2024 Coimbra is a city in the central region of Portugal Coimbra is a city in the central region of Portugal. It is located at 120 kilometers from Oporto and…
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30/05/2024
Portugal Expert® May , 2024 Caldo Verde The Most Traditional Soup in Portugal Caldo Verde is much more than just a simple soup: it is a symbol of Portuguese cuisine, present on tables from north…
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16/05/2024
Ericeira Portugal Expert® May , 2024 Ericeira the Fishing and Surfing Village Ericeira is a small town in the Mafra district, not far from Lisbon known for being a fishing village. Ericeira has grown in…
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10/05/2024
Sortelha Portugal Expert® May , 2024 Culture and History from the medieval period Sortelha The town has walls to climb, views that stretch as far as the Serra da Estrela, centuries-old gates, two stones that…
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30/04/2024
Discover Portugal with a Local Expert Portugal Expert® April , 2024 Vitor Pais, Official Driver Guide Looking for an unforgettable journey through Portugal?Let Vitor Pais, an experienced and official driver-guide, show you the best of…
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16/04/2024
Carne de Porco à Alenteja Portugal Expert® April , 2024 Carne de Porco à Alentejana, or Pork with Clams Carne de porco à alentejana, or pork with clams, is a typical dish of Portuguese cuisine,…
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18/02/2024
Douro Valley Portugal Expert® February , 2024 Exploring Wine Beauty: Journey Through the Douro Valley Discover the unique charm of the Douro Valley, a stunning wine region that meanders along the banks of the Douro…
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20/01/2024
Bifanas Portugal Expert® January , 2024 Pork and fresh Bread – Sandwich Bifanas in bread are a traditional Portuguese dish that has won over palates with its unique combination of seasoned pork and fresh bread.…
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19/01/2024
Alentejo Portugal Expert® January , 2024 Alentejo, is a region of serene beauty and charm Alentejo, located in the south of Portugal, is a region of serene beauty and timeless charm, which captivates visitors with…
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