Everything Cool in Portugal
Fresh air, stunning views, natural surroundings and good physical exercise. Ahhh, getting outside. It’s something we always think about doing, but often don’t take the initiative. Hiking is good clean fun. And, get this….it’s crisis-friendly! It’s free. The Algarve of...
At Portugal Confidential, we adore chocolate. From the Obidos Chocolate Festival, to the Best Chocolate Cake in the World, we know where to go to for our guilty pleasure. So when we heard that Wallpaper Magazine listed Chocolataria Equador in Porto as one of the "Top 20 Reasons...
Sintra, just 35 minutes northwest of Lisbon center, is a magical place. In fact, it was the summer holiday location for Portuguese royalty. The spectacular 19th century Pena Palace is there for those who love Portuguese heritage. The 10th century Moor’s Castle represents...
Sometimes, when the city becomes too hectic, or one’s life becomes too stressed, it’s nice to get lost in an environment of tranquility. Ideally, this place will ooze positive, healing energy by feeding the stomach, stimulating the senses and soothing the soul. Fortunately...
If you’re on the western end of the Algarve, in Lagos, and you’re looking for where the cool people are hanging out…whether it’s in the day, or the night…you better look for Duna Beach Club. It is both beach-y casual and lounge-y hip. And, there’s plenty to eat,...
Bookstores can be wonderful havens for discovery, fantasy, education, entertainment, solitude and social networking. Floor-to-ceiling shelves filled with books on almost any subject a key ingredient. An eclectic atmosphere with spaces set aside for thought-provoking art,...
