Last updated on July 20th, 2022Lisbon Cathedral, or the Sé de Lisboa, is a Catholic church in Lisbon. Built in the 12th century, it is the oldest church in the city and is one of the most significant monuments of Portugal for historical, architectural and spiritual reasons. A great example of combining different architectural styles …
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Lisbon Castle of St. George (Castelo de S Jorge): How to Get There & Visiting Tips
Last updated on July 20th, 2022Castelo de São Jorge is a historic castle and national monument in Lisbon’s Alfama neighbourhood. The Castle has a few different names, including: St George’s Castle, Castelo de S Jorge, Alfama Castle, and the Lisbon Castle of St. George. Built to house military troops, it is one of the only …
Lisbon Aquarium: Tips for Visiting the Oceanário de Lisboa
Last updated on July 20th, 2022The Lisbon Aquarium is a modern aquarium in Lisbon, Portugal. Since its opening in 1998, the aquarium has been visited by 1 million visitors annually, making it the most popular cultural attraction in Lisbon. Within the aquarium are more than a hundred species of marine life, including rays, sharks, penguins, …
Telecabine Lisboa, Portugal: Cable Car & Gondola Lift
Last updated on July 26th, 2022The Telecabine Lisboa is a gondola lift-style cable car in Lisbon’s modern waterfront district. Opening in spring 1998 for the Expo’98 in Lisbon, it is nicknamed the Expo cable car and was one of the biggest attractions of the Expo. Spanning 1230m in length along one of the largest rivers …
Getting Around the Algarve from Lagos: Sidecar32 Scooter Review
Last updated on July 26th, 2022When planning how to get around the Algarve from Lagos, I knew a scooter would be the best option, providing the most flexibility for destination choice and parking needs. We had previously rented a scooter during our vacation to Roatan, Honduras a few years back, and it was a blast …
Dream Wave Algarve Parasailing Review
Last updated on July 26th, 2022I had never parasailed before, so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but I was excited for this adventurous experience. I love trying new adventurous activities in different countries I visit. I’ve done ziplining in Costa Rica, volcano boarding in Nicaragua, horseback riding on a volcano in the Philippines, …
Pestana Lisboa Vintage Hotel Review in Lisbon, Portugal
Last updated on July 26th, 2022The Pestana Lisboa Vintage is a good place to stay for those looking for something comfortable and quiet while visiting Lisbon. The hotel offers a variety of accommodations ranging from double classic rooms to junior rooftop suites. Close to the metro, the rest of Lisbon is a short ride away. …