The festive period preceding Lent is one of the most joyful times of the year in the countries of strong Catholic tradition and Portugal is…
Articles on Lisbon destinations
Beaches of Cascais and Estoril
The charming town of Cascais, on the Lisbon Coast, offers a variety of beaches to satisfy every taste. Here you will find quiet, secluded coves…
The Feast of Immaculate Conception – public holiday on 8 of December
December 8 is one of the most important dates in the Christian liturgical calendar. Unlike most people tend to think, the celebration regards not the…
All Saints’ Day celebrations in different countries
In all churches of the Western Christian denomination, the end of October and the beginning of November are marked by the celebrations of the Hallowtide,…
Sintra weather – best time to visit Sintra, Portugal
The dreamlike town of Sintra, located approximately 20 miles northwest of Lisbon, is a mandatory stop for tourists who would like to get to know…
Lisbon events 2016 – music festivals, entertainment and sport events in Lisbon
The capital of Portugal does not need recommendation as a year round tourist destination. Many visitors to Lisbon, however, discover that a visit to this…
Lisbon autumn holiday guide
Enjoy your autumn holiday in Lisbon. Lisbon invites to a great vacation in the autumn – a great combination of big-city-vacation and beach holiday. Travelling…
Major trade fairs Lisbon 2015
The capital of Portugal, Lisbon, hosts regularly important international trade fairs and expositions featuring different industries. Below is the list of the most important trade…
Tourism on the rise in Alentejo region of Portugal
While tourism industry has been thriving in Portugal, especially in the capital Lisbon filled to the brim with cultural heritage and in the sunny Algarve,…
Lisbon Airport to Cascais – public transportation, taxi and car hire
Cascais, a coastal town, approximately 30 km west of Lisbon is one of the most popular tourist destinations in central Portugal. Originally a quiet fishing…
