Islands and lagoons, inside a volcano crater, inside an island. Since we saw the documentary “É Na Terra Não é Na Lua” (“It’s the Earth Not the Moon”), the curiosity to know Corvo, the smallest and most remote island of the Azores, has been increasing. When the time finally came to set foot on it, […]
Faial island (Azores) Travel Guide: things to see and do in 3, 4 or 5 days
Faial is known as the blue island of the Azores, especially for the hydrangeas that adorn the roads in summer, and for being one of the most international islands: in the marina of Horta, its capital, sailors from all over the world converge. It is also the island where the youngest land of the whole country is found, fruit of the eruption of the Capelinhos volcano, and holder of one of the most impressive landscapes of the archipelago, its Caldeira. For this alone it is worth a visit, but Faial hides much more. In this guide we try to reflect all that Faial has to offer with practical suggestions, itineraries from 2 to 5 days, where to sleep and even where to eat so that your trip to Faial is as incredible as ours was.
Things to do in the Algarve (Portugal) [with map]: best places to visit when you travel to the south of Portugal
The Algarve is the main beach destination in Portugal and the most sought after for sun and sea holidays. It has beaches for all tastes, from vast stretches of sand between giant cliffs, to small coves of clear water and even paradisiacal islands just minutes away from the coast. It has as many faces as types of beaches and it is worth spending several days to discover something from each of them, although if you only have a long weekend, it will be worth it.
In this guide we try to reflect all that the Algarve has to offer, from one coast to the other without forgetting its interior, with practical tips, itineraries from 2 to 7 days, where to stay and even where to eat to make your trip as incredible as ours has been.
Whale watching in Ponta Delgada (São Miguel, Azores): a guide to do it while being a responsible tourist
In this guide we share with you everything you need to know to do whale watching (whales and dolphins) in the wild, in the most respectful way possible, from a boat leaving from the capital of the largest island of the Azores, Ponta Delgada in São Miguel.
Setúbal (Portugal) travel guide: things to do and best beaches in Arrabida National Park
This guide is written by a Setubalense who loves to get lost and feel like a tourist in her Portuguese land whenever she can. Here you will find the best beaches in Setubal where you can swim, the best restaurants where you can eat good grilled fish and try the fried choco frito and the best places to sleep in the jewel of the Serra da Arrábida and the Sado river where dolphins live.
El Hierro (Canary Islands): best things to do [with map]
Science fiction scenarios between volcanic roads, trees that live on their knees, viewpoints with breathtaking panoramic views and turquoise blue natural pools that ask you to cross them with a stroke of the arm. And yet, the best of the island of El Hierro can not be transmitted in a guide: the hours are lived […]
La Gomera (Canary Islands): best things to do [with map]
Despite being one of the smallest islands, La Gomera was one of the most surprising discoveries of our travels in the Canary Islands. Beyond its jewel, the Garajonay National Park, there are beaches with limpid waters, palm trees forming spectacular panoramic views, sunsets to the rhythm of drums, words in the form of whistles (the “silbo gomero” is unique in the world) and a finger-licking almogrote make your days on the island truly unforgettable. In this guide we tell you what to see in La Gomera with practical suggestions, itineraries from 2 to 7 days, where to sleep and even where to eat so that you can make the most of your trip to the island.
Things to do in Porto (Portugal): complete travel guide with what to see and where to eat and sleep
In this guide, we show you things to do in Porto, from the most essential to the most alternative and off-the-beaten path, with suggested itineraries for a day in the city, for a weekend getaway, or even for a 5-day vacation. We also tell you the best ways to move around the city, where to stay, and even restaurants that we love so that your days in Porto are as incredible as ours have been.
Things to do in Lanzarote: complete travel guide with what to do in Lanzarote (attractions and activities)
In this guide you will find everything you need to explore Lanzarote on your own: what to see, weekend, 5-day or week-long itineraries around the island, how to get there, how to get around, where to sleep, and even where to eat.
Casa Batlló (Barcelona): tickets, opening hours, and tips to visit the roof and the interior of Antonio Gaudi’s work
Strolling through the Casa Batlló is like a dive into an underwater world created by Gaudí. In this guide, we tell you everything you need to know to organize your visit to Casa Batlló (types of tickets, opening hours, and discounts) and curiosities for you to enjoy and learn as much as possible in this living architectural jewel that became one of our favorites visits in Barcelona.