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#PortoCoffee: Unveiling the best specialty coffee shops in Porto, Portugal

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 09:28:30 +0000

Porto, Portugal is home to some fantastic specialty coffee shops worth visiting. In this Porto guide, you will explore the top 7 must-visit coffee shops (and brunch places) for all coffee lovers. From cosy and intimate to modern and sleek, these specialty cafés will surely delight and impress. I travelled to Porto with my parents in October 2022, and of course, specialty cafés and brunch places were included in the itinerary. At the end of the blog post, you’ll find even more specialty cafés and brunch spots (and a map), which I couldn’t visit, but were on the list. Maybe next time 🙂 In general, I noticed that coffee places don’t open very early. Not even Fábrica Coffee Roasters close to São Bento railway station… It opens only at 8:30 am, so we remained without morning coffee on our day trip to Douro Valley… Note: The address, prices and opening times are also included in the post. Still, it can change anytime, especially the opening time, so check it on their sites to ensure you catch your dreamy Portuguese specialty coffee. Where to drink the best specialty coffee in Porto, Portugal? My Coffee Porto If you’re a “coffee with a […]

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5 things you need to experience in Lisbon, Portugal

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 21:42:02 +0000

Oooooh, Lisbon… I’ve visited gorgeous cities (and have to visit many places), though even after my second time in Lisbon, I want to return! There are many reasons to visit Lisbon and Portugal, though in this post I’ve highlighted only 5+1 experiences to not miss in Lisbon. I’m telling you, you have to travel to Lisbon! And without further ado, let me share the top 5 things you need to experience in Lisbon, Portugal! 5 experiences you cannot miss in Lisbon, Portugal On the following map (My Maps by Google Maps) you can see the instagrammable azulejo spots, main viewpoints, pastelerias (bakeries), beaches and perfect 1-day trip destinations from Lisbon. By clicking on the tab next to “5 things you cannot miss in Lisbon, Portugal”, you can see the actual points, and it’s also possible to turn off and on layers. Furthermore, you can also save this map (if you have My Maps account) by pressing the star next to the map title. 1. Adore the artistic azulejos, the Portuguese tiles I have many favourite things about Lisbon and Portugal, though the first thing that comes to mind is the azulejos, the traditional Portuguese tiles. In the beginning, the tiles […]

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Is a day trip to Cascais enough? – How to spend 3 days in Cascais, Portugal?

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 20:38:58 +0000

Cascais is an incredible little city by the ocean, not far from Lisbon. It used to be a fishing town, though nowadays it’s a famous resort town. Its area is called Portuguese Riviera. However, Cascais is more than pretty beaches. It provides natural wonders, architectural gems, culture, seafood experiences and Cabo da Roca is also nearby. Most of the people visit the city only for a day or less, though you might wonder… Is a day trip to Cascais enough? Hmmm barely… That’s why we spent 3 days in Cascais and enjoyed every minute of it! Still don’t know how many days to spend in Cascais… Continue reading, I’ll tell you! How many days to spend in Cascais, Portugal? Visiting Cascais is perfect for a 1-day trip from Lisbon. However, it has numerous hidden gems, so it’s worth spending more days there and discovering its surroundings. That’s what we did 😉 If you’re short in time, then 1 day in Cascais will be enough to explore the cute historic centre of Cascais and you can even visit a beach. If you have more time, I’d recommend staying for at least 1-2 nights in Cascais. This way you’ll be able to […]

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