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GOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT PRETTY CAMINHA IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL Why You Should Visit Caminha In Northern Portugal. The pretty town of Caminha is still an under-the-radar destination in the far north of Portugal. You’ll find plenty of things to do in and around Caminha, which makes it a perfect base for enjoying beaches, rivers, mountains, forests, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and fabulous CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE? What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT PRETTY CAMINHA IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL Why You Should Visit Caminha In Northern Portugal. The pretty town of Caminha is still an under-the-radar destination in the far north of Portugal. You’ll find plenty of things to do in and around Caminha, which makes it a perfect base for enjoying beaches, rivers, mountains, forests, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and fabulous CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE? What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT PRETTY CAMINHA IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL Why You Should Visit Caminha In Northern Portugal. The pretty town of Caminha is still an under-the-radar destination in the far north of Portugal. You’ll find plenty of things to do in and around Caminha, which makes it a perfect base for enjoying beaches, rivers, mountains, forests, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and fabulous 4 UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES YOU SHOULD VISIT IN CENTRAL The 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Central Portugal exemplify Portuguese history and culture from the 12th century onwards. Plan your visit to University of Coimbra, Alcobaça Monastery, Batalha Monastery and the Convent of Christ in Tomar. 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
N2, THE ULTIMATE PORTUGAL ROAD TRIP FROM NORTH TO SOUTH N2, The Ultimate Portugal Road Trip From North To South. Portugal’s longest road, the N2, (or Nacional 2 ), runs from Chaves, just below the northern border of the country, all the way to Faro on the south coast. Given that it’s Portugal’s most epic road trip, the PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
UNIQUELY PORTUGUESE SOUVENIRS: COOL GIFTS FROM PORTUGAL Portugal is proud of its unique crafts, food and drink so you’ll find plenty of options when you’re looking for gifts from Portugal. You don’t have to look hard to find souvenirs of Portugal that please all tastes and personalities, from your coworker to your mother-in-law there’s no excuse for playing it safe with bog standard souvenirs like fridge magnets or mugs. MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a 25 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR YOUR FIRST TRIP TO PORTUGAL 16. Even if you’re travelling to Portugal in winter, you should bring sunglasses and use factor 30 sun cream as minimum if you have fair skin. Bring a fold-up umbrella too, just in case. You’ll need a hat in summer and insect repellent if, like me, you attract mosquitoes and other biting insects. 17. BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their E IS FOR EUCALYPTUS TREES IN PORTUGAL The biggest problem with eucaylptus trees in Portugal is forest fires. The oil produced by the trees, combined with the litter created by the falling bark makes eucalyptus forests a serious fire hazard. To minimise the risk of fires spreading, farmers are supposed to clear the bark and trim the trees so that instead of four or five trees HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There IDEAS FOR TRIPS IN PORTUGAL Ideas For Trips In Portugal. Need inspiration to help you plan your trip to Portugal? Dip into my archives organised by interest rather than location to get some fresh ideas for your itinerary. WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE? What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There IDEAS FOR TRIPS IN PORTUGAL Ideas For Trips In Portugal. Need inspiration to help you plan your trip to Portugal? Dip into my archives organised by interest rather than location to get some fresh ideas for your itinerary. WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE? What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before 12 OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN TOMAR Tomar’s main square is dominated by the imposing city hall building but the most attractive feature is the intricately sculpted stone Manueline doorway to the church of St. John the Baptist, on the opposite side. Manueline doorway to Igreja de São João Baptista, Tomar, Portugal. 6. Go duck-spotting in Parque do Mochão. WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT PRETTY CAMINHA IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL Why You Should Visit Caminha In Northern Portugal. The pretty town of Caminha is still an under-the-radar destination in the far north of Portugal. You’ll find plenty of things to do in and around Caminha, which makes it a perfect base for enjoying beaches, rivers, mountains, forests, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and fabulous 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
THE ASTONISHING SECRETS OF PORTUGUESE CORK The Astonishing Secrets of Portuguese Cork. If, like me, enjoying a nice glass of wine is among your favourite hobbies, chances are you’ve held a bottle stopper made from Portuguese cork. Even if you prefer a fancy French champagne, the stopper is probably made of, you guessed it, cork from Portugal. Stroll down the high street of anypopular
HOW TO EXPLORE PENEDA-GERÊS NATIONAL PARK: VILLAGES Soajo, Peneda-Gerês National Park. Soajo is the largest village within the national park and the only one that has any form of public transport. It’s a mixture of traditional granite cottages spreading out from the main square, Largo do Eiró and more modern houses on the fringes. It’s also close to one of the 5 Park Gates, namely Mezio 7 DELIGHTFULLY PICTURESQUE VILLAGES TO VISIT IN PORTUGAL I know that many of you enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle of cities to explore picturesque villages and I’ve shared many of my favourite villages in Portugal with you over the years. In anticipation of a public vote on the best villages in Portugal, I decided to round up seven of the best for you from all around the country.. Since 2007, there have been various 7 Wonders of PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
HOW AND WHEN TO EXPLORE PORTUGAL'S DOURO VALLEY: INSIDER If you want a hands on experience of the Douro grape harvest, mid to late September is the time to come. You can pick grapes and even crush them by foot in some vineyards. After the harvest, a warm metallic colour scheme starts to take over with gold, 25 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR DRIVING IN PORTUGAL WITH CONFIDENCE Hired a car for 3 weeks in Portugal, UK driver, Horrendous driving, tail gated the whole time, undertook many times cut off many times saw 5 accidents in the 3 weeks, overtaken on single solid lines, speeding, while on roundabouts the fly onto them nearly colliding with me. MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE? What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE? What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
HOW TO EXPLORE PENEDA-GERÊS NATIONAL PARK: VILLAGES Soajo, Peneda-Gerês National Park. Soajo is the largest village within the national park and the only one that has any form of public transport. It’s a mixture of traditional granite cottages spreading out from the main square, Largo do Eiró and more modern houses on the fringes. It’s also close to one of the 5 Park Gates, namely Mezio IDEAS FOR TRIPS IN PORTUGAL Ideas For Trips In Portugal. Need inspiration to help you plan your trip to Portugal? Dip into my archives organised by interest rather than location to get some fresh ideas for your itinerary. THE ASTONISHING SECRETS OF PORTUGUESE CORK The Astonishing Secrets of Portuguese Cork. If, like me, enjoying a nice glass of wine is among your favourite hobbies, chances are you’ve held a bottle stopper made from Portuguese cork. Even if you prefer a fancy French champagne, the stopper is probably made of, you guessed it, cork from Portugal. Stroll down the high street of anypopular
WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT PRETTY CAMINHA IN NORTHERN PORTUGAL Why You Should Visit Caminha In Northern Portugal. The pretty town of Caminha is still an under-the-radar destination in the far north of Portugal. You’ll find plenty of things to do in and around Caminha, which makes it a perfect base for enjoying beaches, rivers, mountains, forests, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and fabulous 7 DELIGHTFULLY PICTURESQUE VILLAGES TO VISIT IN PORTUGAL I know that many of you enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle of cities to explore picturesque villages and I’ve shared many of my favourite villages in Portugal with you over the years. In anticipation of a public vote on the best villages in Portugal, I decided to round up seven of the best for you from all around the country.. Since 2007, there have been various 7 Wonders of PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
25 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR YOUR FIRST TRIP TO PORTUGAL 16. Even if you’re travelling to Portugal in winter, you should bring sunglasses and use factor 30 sun cream as minimum if you have fair skin. Bring a fold-up umbrella too, just in case. You’ll need a hat in summer and insect repellent if, like me, you attract mosquitoes and other biting insects. 17. HOW AND WHEN TO EXPLORE PORTUGAL'S DOURO VALLEY: INSIDER If you want a hands on experience of the Douro grape harvest, mid to late September is the time to come. You can pick grapes and even crush them by foot in some vineyards. After the harvest, a warm metallic colour scheme starts to take over with gold, MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. HOW AND WHEN TO EXPLORE PORTUGAL'S DOURO VALLEY: INSIDERBEST TIME OF YEAR TO VISIT THE DOURO VALLEYIF YOU WANT A HANDS ON EXPERIENCE OF THE DOURO GRAPE HARVEST, MID TO LATE SEPTEMBER IS THE TIME TO COME. YOU CAN PICK GRAPES AND EVEN CRUSH THEM BY...HOW TO GET AROUND THE DOURO WINE REGIONTHERE ARE THREE MAIN WAYS OF EXPLORING THE DOURO VALLEY: BY ROAD, RAIL OR RIVER. IF YOU HAVE SEVERAL HUNDRED EUROS TO SPARE YOU CAN ALSO RENT A HEL...BOAT TRIPS ON THE DOURO RIVERDOURO RIVER CRUISES CAN LAST FROM AN HOUR TO ONE OR MORE DAYS, WITH OR WITHOUT MEALS AND VINEYARD VISITS. I HAVEN’T YET EXPERIENCED ONE OF THE LONG...SCENIC TRAIN RIDES ALONG THE DOURO RIVERIF YOU TRAVEL TO THE DOURO BY TRAIN, YOU CAN BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY AT THE BEAUTIFUL SÃO BENTO STATION IN PORTO OR ANY OF THE RIVERSIDE STATIONS AND TR...DRIVING AROUND THE DOURO WINE REGIONIF YOU CHOOSE TO EXPLORE THE DOURO BY CAR, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HEAD UP INTO THE HILLS, YOU’LL BE REWARDED WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE VALLEY. UNLES...OTHER DAY TRIPS IN THE DOUROIF YOUR BUDGET IS LIMITED OR YOU SIMPLY DON’T FANCY AN ORGANISED TOUR, MY GUIDE TO A DO-IT-YOURSELF DAY IN THE DOURO WINE REGION GIVES YOU THE INFO...STAY OVERNIGHT IN THE DOURO WINE REGIONMY RECOMMENDATION WOULD BE TO SPEND AT LEAST ONE NIGHT WITHIN THE VALLEY TO AVOID A LONG, TIRING JOURNEY AND BETTER APPRECIATE THE LANDSCAPE, CULTU...WHERE TO STAY IN THE DOURO VALLEYWHILE THE TOWN OF PESO DA RÉGUA IS NOT PARTICULARLY INSPIRING, IT HAS PLENTY OF RESTAURANTS AND A TRAIN STATION, MAKING IT A POSSIBLE BASE, ESPECIA... If you want a hands on experience of the Douro grape harvest, mid to late September is the time to come. You can pick grapes and even crush them by foot in some vineyards. After the harvest, a warm metallic colour scheme starts to take over with gold, BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunningGOLD IN PORTUGAL
Portuguese rose gold wedding bands, engraved with names and wedding date Filigree jewellery in Portugal. Thanks to my friend, I also realised that filigree is quite an art and makes a fine gift from Portugal, whether for yourself or a loved one.Over the subsequent years, I’ve seen several goldsmiths in action and recently learned more about the process and history at the Museu da HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. CAMINO PORTUGUES, PORTO-SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA. ALL YOU Portugal has several Camino routes but the most well known Portuguese Camino, the Central Camino Português, runs from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Most people don’t have the time, or energy, to walk the full 641 kms (398 miles) so Porto has become the most popular starting point. From here, there are two main routes – the Coastal PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. HOW AND WHEN TO EXPLORE PORTUGAL'S DOURO VALLEY: INSIDERBEST TIME OF YEAR TO VISIT THE DOURO VALLEYIF YOU WANT A HANDS ON EXPERIENCE OF THE DOURO GRAPE HARVEST, MID TO LATE SEPTEMBER IS THE TIME TO COME. YOU CAN PICK GRAPES AND EVEN CRUSH THEM BY...HOW TO GET AROUND THE DOURO WINE REGIONTHERE ARE THREE MAIN WAYS OF EXPLORING THE DOURO VALLEY: BY ROAD, RAIL OR RIVER. IF YOU HAVE SEVERAL HUNDRED EUROS TO SPARE YOU CAN ALSO RENT A HEL...BOAT TRIPS ON THE DOURO RIVERDOURO RIVER CRUISES CAN LAST FROM AN HOUR TO ONE OR MORE DAYS, WITH OR WITHOUT MEALS AND VINEYARD VISITS. I HAVEN’T YET EXPERIENCED ONE OF THE LONG...SCENIC TRAIN RIDES ALONG THE DOURO RIVERIF YOU TRAVEL TO THE DOURO BY TRAIN, YOU CAN BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY AT THE BEAUTIFUL SÃO BENTO STATION IN PORTO OR ANY OF THE RIVERSIDE STATIONS AND TR...DRIVING AROUND THE DOURO WINE REGIONIF YOU CHOOSE TO EXPLORE THE DOURO BY CAR, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HEAD UP INTO THE HILLS, YOU’LL BE REWARDED WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE VALLEY. UNLES...OTHER DAY TRIPS IN THE DOUROIF YOUR BUDGET IS LIMITED OR YOU SIMPLY DON’T FANCY AN ORGANISED TOUR, MY GUIDE TO A DO-IT-YOURSELF DAY IN THE DOURO WINE REGION GIVES YOU THE INFO...STAY OVERNIGHT IN THE DOURO WINE REGIONMY RECOMMENDATION WOULD BE TO SPEND AT LEAST ONE NIGHT WITHIN THE VALLEY TO AVOID A LONG, TIRING JOURNEY AND BETTER APPRECIATE THE LANDSCAPE, CULTU...WHERE TO STAY IN THE DOURO VALLEYWHILE THE TOWN OF PESO DA RÉGUA IS NOT PARTICULARLY INSPIRING, IT HAS PLENTY OF RESTAURANTS AND A TRAIN STATION, MAKING IT A POSSIBLE BASE, ESPECIA... If you want a hands on experience of the Douro grape harvest, mid to late September is the time to come. You can pick grapes and even crush them by foot in some vineyards. After the harvest, a warm metallic colour scheme starts to take over with gold, BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their HOW AND WHEN TO EXPLORE PORTUGAL'S DOURO VALLEY: INSIDER If you want a hands on experience of the Douro grape harvest, mid to late September is the time to come. You can pick grapes and even crush them by foot in some vineyards. After the harvest, a warm metallic colour scheme starts to take over with gold, 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
HOW TO EXPLORE PENEDA-GERÊS NATIONAL PARK: VILLAGES Soajo, Peneda-Gerês National Park. Soajo is the largest village within the national park and the only one that has any form of public transport. It’s a mixture of traditional granite cottages spreading out from the main square, Largo do Eiró and more modern houses on the fringes. It’s also close to one of the 5 Park Gates, namely Mezio THE ASTONISHING SECRETS OF PORTUGUESE CORK The Astonishing Secrets of Portuguese Cork. If, like me, enjoying a nice glass of wine is among your favourite hobbies, chances are you’ve held a bottle stopper made from Portuguese cork. Even if you prefer a fancy French champagne, the stopper is probably made of, you guessed it, cork from Portugal. Stroll down the high street of anypopular
7 DELIGHTFULLY PICTURESQUE VILLAGES TO VISIT IN PORTUGAL I know that many of you enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle of cities to explore picturesque villages and I’ve shared many of my favourite villages in Portugal with you over the years. In anticipation of a public vote on the best villages in Portugal, I decided to round up seven of the best for you from all around the country.. Since 2007, there have been various 7 Wonders of PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
THE BEST GUIDE TO WHERE TO STAY IN THE ALGARVE IN 2020 Best Algarve towns for history and culture – Lagos , Tavira , Faro, Loulé, Vila Real de Santo António, Castro Marim. Where to stay for Algarve nightlife – Albufeira, Vilamoura, Portimão and Lagos. Luxury Algarve resorts – Around Albufeira and Vilamoura although there are some in Sagres. 25 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR YOUR FIRST TRIP TO PORTUGAL 16. Even if you’re travelling to Portugal in winter, you should bring sunglasses and use factor 30 sun cream as minimum if you have fair skin. Bring a fold-up umbrella too, just in case. You’ll need a hat in summer and insect repellent if, like me, you attract mosquitoes and other biting insects. 17. 25 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR DRIVING IN PORTUGAL WITH CONFIDENCE Hired a car for 3 weeks in Portugal, UK driver, Horrendous driving, tail gated the whole time, undertook many times cut off many times saw 5 accidents in the 3 weeks, overtaken on single solid lines, speeding, while on roundabouts the fly onto them nearly colliding with me. MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunning 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their 4 DAYS IN THE ALGARVE ITINERARY (FROM LISBON) Day 1. Lisbon | Algarve. Meet private English speaking driver at the lobby and leave towards the Algarve Region. Your driver will take you to the Algarve region following the Alentejo coast line, stopping at Odeceixe beach, the small village of Aljezur and historical Sagres, with its fortress. Overnight in WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHY I ENJOY LIVING IN CENTRAL PORTUGAL But apart from the long drive to work and the lack of nightlife, that’s one of the good things about living in the tiny village of Moura Morta in central Portugal. Once you’ve made it here, it’s like being on holiday all year round. The very first time I came here, I was bewitched by the scenery from the moment I turned off the mainroad
WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get a HOME | JULIE DAWN FOX IN PORTUGAL TRAVEL & EXPAT LIFESTYLEABOUTLIVING IN PORTUGALDESTINATIONSITINERARY SERVICESCAMINOLISBON AREA DISCOVER PORTUGAL, FROM THE INSIDE. Hi! I'm Julie, a Brit living in central Portugal since 2007. My insider tips and resources have helped thousands of savvy travellers create unique itineraries. Let me help you find historical towns, traditional villages, stunning 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL 10-Day Central Portugal Road Trip Itinerary. This bookable 10-day self-drive Portugal road trip itinerary saves you having to do the time-consuming research required to plan and book your own trip to explore the best of Central Portugal, especially around the Silver Coast and Coimbra. You’ll see gardens, palaces, castles,monasteries, nature
BOBBIN LACE MAKING IN PORTUGAL, A TRADITIONAL PORTUGUESE ART Bobbin lace making in Peniche. Vila do Conde by no means had the monopoly on this craft – another centre of lace production in Portugal is the fishing town of Peniche. Similarly, this was a craft that kept local women occupied and earning while their 4 DAYS IN THE ALGARVE ITINERARY (FROM LISBON) Day 1. Lisbon | Algarve. Meet private English speaking driver at the lobby and leave towards the Algarve Region. Your driver will take you to the Algarve region following the Alentejo coast line, stopping at Odeceixe beach, the small village of Aljezur and historical Sagres, with its fortress. Overnight in WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FOR Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGES Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHY I ENJOY LIVING IN CENTRAL PORTUGAL But apart from the long drive to work and the lack of nightlife, that’s one of the good things about living in the tiny village of Moura Morta in central Portugal. Once you’ve made it here, it’s like being on holiday all year round. The very first time I came here, I was bewitched by the scenery from the moment I turned off the mainroad
WHAT TO PACK FOR PORTUGAL: AN INSIDER’S GUIDE Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. WHAT'S A PORTUGUESE NIF NUMBER AND HOW TO GET ONE If you’re moving to Portugal or buying property here, you won’t get far without a NIF number. NIF stands for Número de Indentificação Fiscal, i.e. Tax Identification Number but is most commonly referred to as a NIF (pronounced niff) or (número de) Contribuinte, i.e. Taxpayer number.. Note: If you already know what a NIF is and why you need one but haven’t got yours yet, you can grab MOVING TO PORTUGAL: 3 BOOKS YOU NEED TO READ BEFORE RELOCATING The Eucalyptus Dance by Ken Barlow is the personal account of what happened when a middle-aged couple came on holiday to Portugal and decided to buy a rural property to renovate. If the idea of doing up an old property appeals to you, read this to get aGOLD IN PORTUGAL
Portuguese rose gold wedding bands, engraved with names and wedding date Filigree jewellery in Portugal. Thanks to my friend, I also realised that filigree is quite an art and makes a fine gift from Portugal, whether for yourself or a loved one.Over the subsequent years, I’ve seen several goldsmiths in action and recently learned more about the process and history at the Museu da UNIQUELY PORTUGUESE SOUVENIRS: COOL GIFTS FROM PORTUGAL Portugal is proud of its unique crafts, food and drink so you’ll find plenty of options when you’re looking for gifts from Portugal. You don’t have to look hard to find souvenirs of Portugal that please all tastes and personalities, from your coworker to your mother-in-law there’s no excuse for playing it safe with bog standard souvenirs like fridge magnets or mugs. 10 DIVERSE THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN PORTUGAL'S SILVER COAST Exactly how far north or inland the Silver Coast, or Costa da Prata, of Portugal extends is debatable so for the purposes of this article, I’ll concentrate on the things to see and do around Caldas da Rainha, Òbidos, Alcobaça and Nazaré.. As a beautiful, green, agriculturally rich area of Central Portugal with gorgeous beaches, ancient and interesting towns and villages and activities 12 OF THE BEST HISTORICAL VILLAGES IN PORTUGAL Piodão village. Image by jackmac34. To my mind, Piodão belongs within the schist villages network but I suspect that this didn’t exist at the time when the 12 Aldeias Históricas were being chosen. Nestled in the Açor Mountain range to the west of the Serra da Estrela, the slopes surrounding this cluster of schist stone cottages have been manipulated into tiny terraced fields. PORTUGUESE CAKES AND DESSERTS YOU'LL WANT TO TASTE Pão de ló – Portuguese sponge cake. Pão de ló is a perfect example of a boring-looking cake that’s surprisingly good, especially considering it has only 3 ingredients. It just goes to show what you can achieve with eggs, flour and sugar. Pão de ló from Ovar in Central Portugal is an incredibly soft sponge cake with a sweet,liquid
BEST GOLF COURSES IN PORTUGAL'S SILVER COAST Praia D’EL Rey golf course, Silver Coast West Cliffs Golf Links. West Cliffs has been created over 200 hectares of natural landscape and rolling sand dunes and is tipped to become the number one golf course in Portugal surpassing the Algarve’s Monte Rei.. Being relatively new, it currently looks a little scruffy in parts, particularly over the first three holes, but as it matures and WHY I ENJOY LIVING IN CENTRAL PORTUGAL But apart from the long drive to work and the lack of nightlife, that’s one of the good things about living in the tiny village of Moura Morta in central Portugal. Once you’ve made it here, it’s like being on holiday all year round. The very first time I came here, I was bewitched by the scenery from the moment I turned off the mainroad
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In terms of quality, pure gold is too soft to work with so jewellery is made using a blend of metals which affect not only the colour but the hardness of the gold. Most of the gold that’s sold in Europe is 18 karat, which means it’s 75% gold and 25% other metals. Portuguese gold, on the other hand, is 19.2 karat, or 80% gold. 10-DAY SELF DRIVE PORTUGAL ITINERARY: DISCOVER CENTRAL10 DAY SPAIN PORTUGAL ITINERARY5 DAY PORTUGAL ITINERARY8 DAY PORTUGAL ITINERARY9 DAYS IN PORTUGAL ITINERARYTRIP TO PORTUGAL ITINERARYPORTUGAL ROAD TRIPITINERARY
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Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. 12 OF THE BEST HISTORICAL VILLAGES IN PORTUGAL Piodão village. Image by jackmac34. To my mind, Piodão belongs within the schist villages network but I suspect that this didn’t exist at the time when the 12 Aldeias Históricas were being chosen. Nestled in the Açor Mountain range to the west of the Serra da Estrela, the slopes surrounding this cluster of schist stone cottages have been manipulated into tiny terraced fields. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGESBUYING A CAR IN PORTUGALRENT CAR PORTUGALBEST CAR RENTAL IN PORTUGAL Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FORWHERE TO STAY IN PORTOWHERE TO STAY IN PORTUGALPLACES TO STAY IN PORTOBEST NEIGHBORHOODS IN PORTO PORTUGALWHERE TO STAY IN OREGONWHAT TO DO INPORTO PORTUGAL
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Despite years of travelling in Portugal and further afield, I still hate packing. My husband Mike brags about his 5-minute packing process but it really is different for women. So many factors influence my decisions about shoes and clothes that it often takes me ages to work out what to pack, even though I’m far from fashion-conscious. 12 OF THE BEST HISTORICAL VILLAGES IN PORTUGAL Piodão village. Image by jackmac34. To my mind, Piodão belongs within the schist villages network but I suspect that this didn’t exist at the time when the 12 Aldeias Históricas were being chosen. Nestled in the Açor Mountain range to the west of the Serra da Estrela, the slopes surrounding this cluster of schist stone cottages have been manipulated into tiny terraced fields. HOW TO RENT A CAR IN PORTUGAL AND AVOID SNEAKY EXTRA CHARGESBUYING A CAR IN PORTUGALRENT CAR PORTUGALBEST CAR RENTAL IN PORTUGAL Cross-border fees. Just because Spain and Portugal share a border, that doesn’t mean you can freely drive between the two countries. You must let the rental company know in advance so that they can deal with the insurance and any other requirements. There WHERE TO STAY IN PORTO (2021): BEST AREAS IN PORTO FORWHERE TO STAY IN PORTOWHERE TO STAY IN PORTUGALPLACES TO STAY IN PORTOBEST NEIGHBORHOODS IN PORTO PORTUGALWHERE TO STAY IN OREGONWHAT TO DO INPORTO PORTUGAL
Where To Stay In Porto (2021): Best Areas In Porto For Hotels And Apartments. Deciding where to stay in Porto is easier with a little insight into the city. The best and most central neighbourhoods for important sights, restaurants and atmosphere are Ribeira, São Bento and Aliados, Batalha and Belas Artes, Clérigos and Cedofeita. HOW AND WHEN TO EXPLORE PORTUGAL'S DOURO VALLEY: INSIDER If you want a hands on experience of the Douro grape harvest, mid to late September is the time to come. You can pick grapes and even crush them by foot in some vineyards. After the harvest, a warm metallic colour scheme starts to take over with gold, WHAT IS THE COASTAL PORTUGUESE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO LIKE?NORTHERN ROUTE CAMINO DE SANTIAGOPORTUGAL CAMINO DE SANTIAGOCAMINO DE SANTIAGO PORTUGAL MAPCAMINO DE SANTIAGO PORTUGAL ROUTE What is the Coastal Camino? The Coastal Portuguese Camino de Santiago route was developed by pilgrims who arrived on Portuguese shores by boat from western lands then made their way north on foot. Although the word ‘coastal’ suggests that you’d be spending a lot of time by the ocean, most of this hiking trail is actually inland so you should consider what your primary motives are before HOW TO MAKE AND EAT SERRA DA ESTRELA CHEESESERRA DA ESTRELA CHEESE BUYSERRA DA ESTRELA DOGSERRA DA ESTRELA MOUNTAINSSERRA DA ESTRELA PORTUGALQUEIJO DA SERRA DA ESTRELASERRA DA ESTRELA CAO Step 1. Milk the sheep. We missed this stage, which happens very early in the morning. If you are prepared to get up at dawn, you can have a go at milking a sheep. Step 2. Curdle the milk. Add ground thistle petals and salt to the sheep’s milk using a cotton sheet to strain the mixture. Leave to curdle for 30 minutes. 12 OF THE BEST HISTORICAL VILLAGES IN PORTUGAL Piodão village. Image by jackmac34. To my mind, Piodão belongs within the schist villages network but I suspect that this didn’t exist at the time when the 12 Aldeias Históricas were being chosen. Nestled in the Açor Mountain range to the west of the Serra da Estrela, the slopes surrounding this cluster of schist stone cottages have been manipulated into tiny terraced fields. 9 THINGS TO DO IN TAVIRA, AN UNSPOILT TOWN IN THE EASTERN Anchor cemetery, Praia do Barril, Algarve Guided tours in and around Tavira. If walking around the town feels like too much effort, there are tuk tuk tours lasting 30 minutes, an hour’s trip with a visit to the Ria Formosa and a wine tasting experience or a 90-minute tour that takes you to a fishing village and the salt pans.. For those of you who are fit enough to handle and enjoy a 5-hour OLIVES IN PORTUGAL. THE HARVEST AND HOW NOT TO CURE THEM Freshly picked olives Curing olives. Or rather how not to cure olives. We found a couple of methods on the internet, picked one that involved soaking them in a bucket of salty water for a few weeks and set about cleaning and sorting our bumper crop, chattering excitedly about BEST GOLF COURSES IN PORTUGAL'S SILVER COAST Praia D’EL Rey golf course, Silver Coast West Cliffs Golf Links. West Cliffs has been created over 200 hectares of natural landscape and rolling sand dunes and is tipped to become the number one golf course in Portugal surpassing the Algarve’s Monte Rei.. Being relatively new, it currently looks a little scruffy in parts, particularly over the first three holes, but as it matures and BRAGANÇA'S CITADEL AND THE WEIRD AND WONDERFUL THINGS IT Bragança’s unusual pillory with a granite pig as its base makes for a good photo opportunity if you can shoo the stray dogs away for long enough. Across the square, the decorative doorway of Igreja Santa Maria is indicative of the Baroque excesses that lie behind it including a painted barrel ceiling and a high ornate altar. 10 DIVERSE THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN PORTUGAL'S SILVER COAST Exactly how far north or inland the Silver Coast, or Costa da Prata, of Portugal extends is debatable so for the purposes of this article, I’ll concentrate on the things to see and do around Caldas da Rainha, Òbidos, Alcobaça and Nazaré.. As a beautiful, green, agriculturally rich area of Central Portugal with gorgeous beaches, ancient and interesting towns and villages and activities 4 DAYS IN THE ALGARVE ITINERARY (FROM LISBON) Day 1. Lisbon | Algarve. Meet private English speaking driver at the lobby and leave towards the Algarve Region. Your driver will take you to the Algarve region following the Alentejo coast line, stopping at Odeceixe beach, the small village of Aljezur and historical Sagres, with its fortress. 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