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10 Things to do in Lisbon
When looking for things to do in Lisbon, you are going to find a lot of options. However, there are some experiences you can't miss in order to have the full experience in the city! Check out our 10 tips: 1 - Get lost in Alfama This is the oldest district of Lisbon...
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Lisbon Beer Week
From the 18th of September, Lisbon will become the capital of beer. Well, at least for a week. The First Edition of Lisbon Beer Week will feature a variety of programs for either fanatics and amateurs! On September, 18th is going to happen the Beer Mile - most...
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10 different ideas to Valentine´s Day in Portugal
No ideas for the Valentine´s day? Check out our list of different ideas to Valentine´s Day in Portugal! Helicopter Tour – enjoy the beauty of Lisbon from above Have you thought about fly over the castles and palaces of Sintra or by the natural beauty of Costa...
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“The Chocolate in Lisbon” – a mouthwatering program!
Chocolate fans will have 4 days of heaven at Campo Pequeno. "The Chocolate in Lisbon" is back to the capital with 80 exhibitors with more than 200 brands. Among the exhibited products there will be delights prepared with chocolate in several shapes: bonbons,...
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10 programs to enjoy Christmas in Lisbon
We chose 10 programs to spend Christmas in Lisbon, so you can enjoy the best this season has to offer! 1. Christmas lights in the city On November 30th, the Christmas lights in Lisbon were turned on. Traditionally the city receives Christmas decorations at several...
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Senhora do Monte Viewpoint – one of the best views of Lisbon
Lisbon is known as the city of seven hills, and that´s because is full of viewpoints with fantastic views. The Senhora do Monte Viewpoint, located in the Graça neighborhood, it offers a unique panoramic, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful views of Lisbon,...
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Ler Devagar – the coolest bookstore in Lisbon
Ler Devagar (Slowly Reading) is more than a bookstore, is an invitation to enjoy a very pleasant area. The unique decoration of this bookstore earned the title of one of the most beautiful in the world by the American publication Flavorwire. In addition, the...
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Ericeira SUP: an incredible way to explore the region
The Stand Up Paddle - SUP is a water sport that is becoming quite popular, gaining more followers each day. The sport consists in stand up on a board and, unlike surfing, using an oar as na instrument of propulsion. As it does not depend on waves to its practice, the...
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Discovering the Fatima Shrine in Portugal
Fatima Shrine has, every year, about 5 million visitors. Pilgrims and curious people make this, one of the largest Catholic pilgrimage centers in the world. The Shrine, built on the site of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima to the three children, is in the center...
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Manjericos Tradition – love in the festival of popular saints
Known as "Valentine´s herb" the Manjerico is a popular plant of Saint John´s parties in Oporto, and Saint Anthony, in Lisbon. According to the manjericos tradition, during the celebrations of the Saints, in June, the boyfriend offers to his girlfriend one Manjerico, a...
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Free museums in Lisbon on Sundays
There are some free museums in Lisbon on sundays, many of which are often paid, have free entry. The Direcção Geral do Património Cultural has announced a list of free museums in Lisbon on Sundays, but the initiative is only valid for residents in Portugal. We...
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Chapel of Bones – a creepy tour in Evora
Evora is a city that besides being very well preserved, has in its historical center, many points of interest. Among monuments, and churches, the Chapel of Bones stands out as one of the most visited places in the city. We can even say that, for being such a singular...
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