Portugal caught by new restrictions announced by neighbouring Spain
Portugal woke up today to find itself included in the new ‘bulletin’ of at-risk destinations issued by Spain. This means that from November 23, anyone flying or sailing into Spanish
Portugal’s Alto Alentejo
The Alentejo, Portugal’s largest province, has a distinctive character and beauty unlike anywhere else in the country. The vast plains of the Baixo (Lower) Alentejo in the south are sparsely
The Long-Lost City of Atlantis: Life on our planet
Earth, Terra, The Blue Planet Around 71% of the world’s surface is covered by water and the earth’s oceans hold around 96.5% of that water. Sometimes beautiful and serene, other
We can whine about Covid … or we can wine and dine
Every autumn our group of wine-loving friends organises a four- to five-day trip. The objective is pure hedonism – we stay in wonderful hotels, eat a lot of excellent food,
Portugal supports European push for criteria of restrictions on free circulation
As the rate of Covid-19 infections continues to throw European governments into turmoil, the Portugal’s secretary of State for European Affairs has been explaining why the bloc needs a new
Vines, volcanoes and vigorous testing: an autumn escape to the Azores
Dark clouds danced above São Jorge in the distance, the angry winds of the Atlantic keeping them moving at pace. Far beyond the natural swimming pools sunk into the slate-black
The Moors Castle: A secret consumed by nature
Sintra, Portugal’s fairytale village named after the moon goddess ’Cyntia’ and worshipped by ancient pagans who used to inhabit the land, is one of the most enigmatic places I have
The Niagara Experience
The Niagara Waterfalls are one of the world’s most famous natural wonders, and I first witnessed this magnificent spectacle way back in 1970, during a tour of N.W. Canada. Holiday
The Vatican’s Secrets
The Vatican City is the smallest country I have ever visited. In fact, it is the smallest country in the world. It even has its own football team, consisting entirely
A long-weekend in Lisbon: sightseeing with social distancing
August always promises two things; long-balmy days and an influx of tourists, all eager to explore the magic of our beloved country. From the wineries in the north to the