The Cold and Damp
Winter in Portugal is sort of cold and very damp. How we deal with it. Also, some reflections on living privileged lives.
The Holidays Are Illuminated – Part 2
Again this year we enjoyed getting out to see the Christmas lights and decorations in Lisbon, Coimbra, Nazaré, Caldas da Rainha, and Obidos.
Inside the walls – 48 hours in Lucca
We’ve got a secret We really don’t want to tell you about Lucca, Italy. Because if we do, then you might go there and fall in love with it like …
The Leaning Tower of Pisa after dark
During an overnight stay in Pisa we visited the Piazza dei Miracoli and made some new memories about the Leaning Tower.
Living Between the Campos, Part 2
Campo Grande (the big field) is one of the largest public parks in Lisbon. It’s in our neighborhood and we’re proud to show you around!
Living Between the Campos, Part 1
The Campo Pequeno arena is a unique part of our neighborhood. We look at its history and how it has adapted to the 21st century.
In the Field of the Martyrs
Our visit to the Campo dos Mártires da Pátria (Field of the Martyrs to the Fatherland) in Lisbon taught us more Portuguese history.
Travel tips – No more wobbly tables
Here’s a simple and cheap way to solve a common travel problem – wobbly tables in restaurants.
Travel tips – Invest in a good guidebook
A good travel guidebook is an indispensable aid when you’re traveling to a new place.
Travel tips – packing for your trip
Packing for your trip doesn’t have to mean filling several giant suitcases. Here are some tips to go farther with fewer things.
