My Bookpack
  • HOME
  • INSPIRE ME
  • REVIEWS
  • ABOUT US
  • CONTACT US
  • JOURNAL
In this blog we post local travel tips and information about

​Portugal and the Portuguese culture. Enjoy!

It's known as International Douro but it's still ours

9/18/2019

0 Comments

 
Parque Natural do Douro Internacional (PNDI) is quite a challenging name, but it's one worth keeping in mind. The natural park covers part of 4 different municipalities: Miranda do Douro, Mogadouro, Freixo de Espada à Cinta and Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo. Each area has its own highlights, but it's possible to cover the main ones in a 2-day road trip. Below we tell you about some of the main reasons to visit. 
Picture

Read More
0 Comments

Portuguese Urban Art Scene

8/5/2019

0 Comments

 
Picture
Bordalo II creation for 1908 Lisboa Hotel
Vhils, Bordalo II, Vanessa Teodoro, Mário Belém, Aka Corleone, Mr. Dheo, Eime, ±MaisMenos±, Tamara Alves, Hazul, Add Fuel... the names flow as their skills, creativity and imagination.
What used to be perceived as a degrading art of the marginalised is now considered "proper art" and used as an innovative vehicle of information and change in various fields. Read about the impact of Portuguese street and urban in this journal post.

Read More
0 Comments

April is time to run for the hills

3/27/2019

0 Comments

 
Picture
With Spring threatening to settle in it's time to plan an escape to the countryside of Alentejo. Serra de São Mamede Natural Park was considered a protected area 30 years ago, on the 14th of April, and occupies an area of 56.000 hectares. We've elected this natural park as our April destination for 2019 and in the article below we'll let you know why.

Read More
0 Comments

Traditional Games In Portugal

3/18/2019

0 Comments

 
Picture
With the technology boom nowadays games are always charged, plugged and played online. Most kids play alone or with virtual buddies and don't spend enough time outside, specially in the cities.
Luckily there are many old traditional games that are part of our heritage that have been passed from one generation to another. They promote interaction, physical activity and are loads of fun! With simple things such as chalk, ropes, bags and bottle tops both kids and grown ups spend time together, socialising in a fun and healthy way.
​Below are some of the most famous ones, which we've organised according to their main skill.

Read More
0 Comments

When to go where in 2019

12/31/2018

0 Comments

 
Picture
2018 is water under the bridge. The beginning of the year is time for new resolutions and travelling more is always a good one!
Portugal welcomes travellers from all over the world all year round. There are many destinations worth visiting and for the second year in a row we came up with a list of “When to go Where”. These are our 2019 picks and we’ll tell you why.

Read More
0 Comments

when only boys are allowed to party

12/17/2018

0 Comments

 
Picture
In Trás-os-Montes, the region located in the northeast of the country, there is a peculiar tradition about to take place…

Read More
0 Comments

Christmas is a good excuse to turn the lights on

11/29/2018

0 Comments

 
Picture
Every year Christmas approaches and we start thinking about the family members that are about to return home from abroad, eating the so awaited cod and roasted turkey, cosy nights by the fireplace and Christmas decorations. And outside the house there’s some kind of a “competition” going on...
From north to south there are several spots on the run for “Sparkly Destination” or “Santa’s Paradise” and other Christmassy titles. Picture everything from trains, to ice skating rinks, massive Christmas trees and even real reindeers!
​There are many places worth visiting during this time of the year and here are some of the very best.

Read More
0 Comments

PORTUGAL IS OLD BUT GOLD

8/6/2018

0 Comments

 
Portugal is a very old country, actually the oldest nation in Europe, with a very rich heritage. Old traditions have been preserved and passed from generation to generation, and this is part of what makes us so unique. However, the fact that our roots date back to centuries ago doesn’t mean the country is not looking forward to the future. Actually, as you travel throughout Portugal you can witness a curious balance between the old buildings and traditional customs with modern buildings and contemporary initiatives.
​It’s clear that the Portuguese are exploring new areas, being active in many cultural fields and permanently innovating.
Picture

Read More
0 Comments

Christmas DESSERTS not to be missed

12/5/2017

0 Comments

 
Picture
Picture
Two subjects we don’t play with... Christmas in Portugal means quality time spent with the family: long meals, full tables and happy loud people.
Everyone is well aware we take food seriously, and the sweets we make for Christmas have been part of our traditions for generations. Every family claims to have the best recipe, and it is true. Every single one of them is to die for!
Here are a few (believe me, there are more!) of our favourites:

Read More
0 Comments

    Categories

    All
    Açores
    Alentejo
    Algarve
    Autumn
    Beach
    Beer
    Birdwatching
    Centre Of Portugal
    Christmas
    Citybreak
    Contemporary
    Costa Vicentina
    Culture
    Destinations
    Festivals
    Festivities
    Games
    Heritage
    Hiking
    History
    Innovation
    Lisboa
    Localfood
    Local Food
    Local People
    Lookouts
    Madeira
    Mindfulness
    Minho
    Natural Parks
    North Of Portugal
    Outdoors & Nature
    Porto
    Porto Santo
    Relax
    Road Trip
    Spring
    Street Art
    Surf
    Traditions
    Travel
    Weekend Break
    Wine
    Winter

      Sign Up Now

    Subscribe to Newsletter

    Instagram

We would love you to visit soon!


Telephone

+351 938 503 009

Email

[email protected]
Turismo de Portugal  RNAVT nº   6915
  • HOME
  • INSPIRE ME
  • REVIEWS
  • ABOUT US
  • CONTACT US
  • JOURNAL