Comments on: That Time I Went to Portugal and Fell Madly in Love With It

By: Diana A.

Diana A. — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 16:06:44 +0000

If you ever find yourself in Portugal again, be sure to visit Barcelos as soon as you can, it’s a small town but really lovely. Best time to visit is no doubt in the summer.
It’s a beautiful city with a huge history, great food and a great nightlife. The Rooster of Barcelos (Portuguese: “Galo de Barcelos”), in particularly, is one of the most common symbols of Portugal. Plus the people there are so friendly, I definitely recommend it!

By: Dave

Dave — Wed, 04 Jan 2017 20:33:25 +0000

I\’m looking forward to Lisbon but maybe you shouldn\’t insult Naples. Getting off the train in Naples might be a shock, but in a few days, I found a gritty charm that was missing from my previous stop in Florence. I will never forget having the best pizza in my life at a place as unassuming as a NYC slice shop. While Florence seemed to have more tourism than residents, Naples felt like a place where real Italians lived and seemed to take real pride in their culture refusing to compromise.

By: Maria

Maria — Tue, 13 Sep 2016 02:35:56 +0000

In reply to Kyle.

It makes me really happy to see that you mentioned my hometown Cascais.
It’s a beautiful place!

We have amazing beaches, restaurants, museums, parks, food… oh my, how I miss the food.

Just go! Get on the train at Lisbon’s train Station of Cais do Sodré, and enjoy the view all the way until Cascais.

By: Sandro

Sandro — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:59:27 +0000

In reply to Joshua Lance.

In big cities you’ll find them aiming for tourist money… Economy weaker so expect low prices and a ton of bargaining. When ready to sell, or paint live, head to the “baixa” (downtown) or “cidade velha” ( old town). That’s your best bet to sell… But on the bright side: beaches are free!!!

By: Chris Smith

Chris Smith — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 18:24:15 +0000

In reply to Pieter. I will be in Algarve area for three week in May 2017. Ant tips suggestions would be very helpfull

By: Ersie

Ersie — Mon, 20 Jul 2015 18:04:44 +0000

I live in the Middle East and don’t knock it before you try it. I fell in love in Coimbra, Portugal where I spent a whole year or nine months to be exact and I know what you mean about that coup de foudre about the country. Interestingly, my husband had the same response about Tavira in the Algarve and his cousin about the capital, Lissboa pronounced without the r. That musical language adds to the allure and unique atmosphere!

By: Joshua Lance

Joshua Lance — Mon, 04 May 2015 16:17:49 +0000

Hi, I’m an American artist currently living in Taiwan. I’m considering traveling to Portugal, trying to find a good home base for my art. Would love to know if there are artists painting outdoors, selling work (like in Italy), any helpful tips would be great. Thanks!

By: Mariana

Mariana — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:37:34 +0000

So glad you enjoyed my city 🙂
If you ever find yourself in Portugal again, be sure to do two things:
1) Visit Sintra, you’ll adore it.
2) Rent a car and drive down “Costa Vicentina”, Portugal’s west coast between Lisboa and Algarve – just look it up on google and you’ll see what I mean. It is THE most amazing trip ever!

By: Luigi

Luigi — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 18:36:14 +0000

In reply to Paul.

Burgau on the west side of Algarve is a funny little village with not a lot of tourists.
There you will be at around 30km from the most beautiful beach in Portugal (on the North side of the beach you will see no one).
Cacela Velha is also quite nice and is on the East side of Algarve.
In between those cities being in Algarve or South Spain is almost the same. No really portuguese culture

By: Inês

Inês — Sat, 12 Jul 2014 23:43:51 +0000

I don’t know if you’re already here but nevertheless, if you want less touristy beaches try Praia do Vau (Portimão), Praia Verde (Castro Marim), Manta Rota (Vila Real de Sto Antonio). The first one has quite a lot of people but there are a lot of Portuguese there, so although you’ll hear English, Spanish and German quite a lot, you’ll also hear Portuguese often. Besides, it is a safe beach, where everyone is at their leisure and with a very chill vibe: no screaming and bad ambiance.
As for the last two, they are more “evasive”. Not a lot of people and in the most expensive regions of Algarve. Praia Verde is my favorite beach ever, it has the most amazing restaurant right on top of the beach, it is a very secluded zone that has a small village around the beach. Also, the water is quite warm and the sand is beautifully white. Besides, there are the typicall cake sellers that walk up and down the beach selling the best Bolas de Berlim (Berliners) ever, they are better than any other Berliner I’ve ever tried!!!
Manta Rota is secluded as well, not as dazzling in my opinion, but very, very beautiful too.

If you aren’t there yet, check these ones out! If you are, well, do it too and if you already left then all the more reason to come back!!!