As a history nerd, I love learning a country’s origins and history. So, my day trip to Guimaraes (Guimarães) was very exciting because it is the antecedent city that would become known as Portugal! Guimarães is considered by many as the “cradle of Portugal” because it was here that the country’s first king was believes to […]
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Taking a Day Trip to Braga From Porto! Portugal Day 5
Today I went on a day trip to Braga! When I planned my trip, I added Braga to the itinerary without really knowing much of its (and in extension, of Portugal’s) history & culture. However, as I’ve learned during my short stay in Portugal so far, Braga is the religious centre of Portugal, comparable to […]
Port Wine Tasting in Porto! Portugal Day 4
Today, I decided to go on a port wine tasting in Porto, amongst other things! I am a self-described wine afficiando, and I definitely would not miss this, especially in Portugal. Drinking port while in Porto is a definite must if you’re in the city, and you cannot leave until you go on a port […]
Taking the Train from Lisbon to Porto! Portugal Day 3
It’s my last day in Lisbon (for the time being), so I am taking a train from Lisbon to Porto today. I’ve allocated 6 days for Porto and the surrounding area, so I can get a taste of Northern Portugal and of course, the world famous port wine! Waking up early, I packed all my […]
Cool Cafes in Lisbon for my Birthday! Portugal Day 2
Today is my birthday, and I am at a ripe age of 2(?). I wanted to take time to just relax and not tire myself out too much, so I just played the day out by ear. I know there are some cool cafes in Lisbon, and so I wanted to visit them today to […]
Beautiful First Day in Lisbon! Portugal Day 1
Bom dia Lisbon! It is a beautiful first day in Lisbon, and I am so excited to wander this city! Arriving at my hostel, my host recommended me some places to visit on my first day, primarily Barrio Alto, Alfama and Baxia (“downtown”). So, after taking a quick shower (because I haven’t showered for a full […]
Travelling Solo for Two Weeks in Portugal
Since I first travelled solo, I’ve resolved to travel to a new destination every new year. It was supposed to be an annual getaway from the general banality of Calgary life. However, with my lack of funds (and job), I’ve postponed any travel plans for the past two years. So, I’m very excited to spend […]
25 Foods to Eat in Singaporean Hawker Centres
Singapore is one of the world’s food cities, and rightly so! Its cuisine is a diverse mishmash of various Chinese, Indian, Indonesian, and Peranakan influences. Food is held up at a national reverence and with much affection from Singaporeans. When you talk to a Singaporean about their country, the topic of food will ALWAYS come up! 😆 And […]