Portugal is a country recognized worldwide for its vibrant atmosphere, and stellar cuisine. These are 15 books about Portugal to read before you go.
A Guide to Portuguese Street Food and Traditional Dishes
5 Things You'll Discover on a Trip to Portugal
Portugal has so much more to offer, from its history, art, wine, or food. It’s a country that mixes its stunning history and emblematic modernity, which is represented by all the influences found throughout each city. The unexpected beauty of Portugal can be found in every single corner due to its rich culture, vibrant architecture, and warm people.
Living in Lisbon: Insight from an Expat
We love to look at a city from the eyes of one who absorbs it every day, so we reached out to Véro J.L. Van Grieken. A transplant from Lummen, Belgium, Véro has lived in Lisbon for more than 6 years and founded the community group Yes You Can Spray, which promotes social activism and inclusion through street art. Here’s what she had to say.
What To Know About the Douro Wine Valley in Portugal
How Lisbon Graffiti's Changed My Way of Thinking
Sometimes expectations versus reality clash when we’re traveling, even in places we think we know well. Writer and blogger Jennifer Prince, who traveled with us to Portugal, takes us on her journey of discovering the transformative power of street art in Lisbon.
How the 1755 Earthquake in Lisbon Shaped the City
Avid historian, traveller and writer Belinda Birchall takes us deep into the history of Lisbon with its fascinating past that includes a massive earthquake producing a tsunami and fire that nearly destroyed the city.
Meet Our Partner: Yes You Can Spray
Upon a first visit to Lisbon – a city of castles, fado, and seaport vistas - you might be met by an unexpected surprise: The prevalence of graffiti. Rather than writing this off as an act of novice, we looked to embrace this art form and recognize its historic role as a political voice and its current impact for social inclusion.
