Cascais: the golden paradise of Lisbon. While technically outside of Lisbon, Lisboetas often flock to get away from the city and enjoy the blue sea and sky views at Cascais. Besides Sintra, it’s one of the most popular day trips from Lisbon, and I can see why! Take me to church I chose to visit […]
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Amazing Vegan Food Trip in Lisbon! Portugal Day 13
The vegan food scene in Lisbon is strong and growing, and today is the day to explore! I had one amazing vegan food trip in Lisbon, and I’m thinking about it even now! Lazy in the weekend It was the start of the the weekend, and I decided to sleep in (it is my vacation […]
A Fairy Tale Day Trip to Sintra! Portugal Day 11
Sintra is often touted as the best day trip from Lisbon, and I must agree! In this fairy tale day trip to Sintra, I relished everything Sintra had to offer: the amazingly colourful & intricate architecture, lush green forests, gentle rolling hills, and sweeping panoramas. Sintra: fairy tale feast for the eyes As if from […]
A Guide to Hiking in Sintra! Portugal Day 10
I am back to Lisbon, and I’m both super stoked and super sad that my trip will end in only a few more days. Before that however, I’ll be visiting the ever-so-popular Sintra. For this trip, I wanted to walk or hike as much as I could, but with the lack of online hiking knowledge, […]
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 […]