Porto might just be my favorite place in all of Portugal! When we first visited the country back in 2019, we actually skipped it — and after this last trip, I’m so glad we didn’t make that mistake again. It’s smaller, charming, and best of all… incredibly walkable. Here’s a recap of my favorite things Read More

The Douro Valley is Portugal’s famous port wine region, stretching along the winding Douro River in northern Portugal. Many travelers base themselves in Porto and take a full-day excursion to the valley, visiting one or two vineyards and enjoying a short boat trip from Pinhão. That certainly gives you a taste of the region—but what Read More