Portugal – Travel for a while https://travelforawhile.com Welcome to my travel blog! I write about my travels in Europe mostly, trying to add new and exciting destinations on your map as well as useful travel tips. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 19:11:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://i0.wp.com/travelforawhile.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Travel-for-a-while.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Portugal – Travel for a while https://travelforawhile.com 32 32 164951347 Experiencing Hidden Gems Without Sacrificing Comfort https://travelforawhile.com/experiencing-hidden-gems-in-comfort/ https://travelforawhile.com/experiencing-hidden-gems-in-comfort/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 19:10:46 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=164400 There’s this idea that discovering amazing off-the-beaten-path places means you have to rough it. Sleep on lumpy beds, eat questionable […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/experiencing-hidden-gems-in-comfort/feed/ 0 164400 What is the Best Time of Year to Take a Private Tour of Portugal? https://travelforawhile.com/best-time-of-year-private-tour-of-portugal/ https://travelforawhile.com/best-time-of-year-private-tour-of-portugal/#respond Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:14:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=164132 Portugal is a beautiful country in Southern Europe known for its sunny coastlines, historic cities, and rich traditions. From charming […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/best-time-of-year-private-tour-of-portugal/feed/ 0 164132 Solo Travel for Beginners: Tips, Safety, and Destinations You’ll Love https://travelforawhile.com/solo-travel-for-beginners/ https://travelforawhile.com/solo-travel-for-beginners/#respond Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:24:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=102440 If you’ve ever dreamt of stepping into a new adventure, exploring new places, and meeting new people—all on your own […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/solo-travel-for-beginners/feed/ 0 102440 Top Beach Destinations for a Relaxing Getaway https://travelforawhile.com/top-beach-destinations-for-a-relaxing-getaway/ https://travelforawhile.com/top-beach-destinations-for-a-relaxing-getaway/#respond Thu, 29 Aug 2024 18:24:54 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=15563 When you need to recharge, there’s nothing like a beach vacation. The sound of waves, the warmth of the sun, […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/top-beach-destinations-for-a-relaxing-getaway/feed/ 0 15563 Escape the Ordinary: Uncover Europe’s Hidden Gems for Your Bucket List https://travelforawhile.com/europes-hidden-gems-for-your-bucket-list/ https://travelforawhile.com/europes-hidden-gems-for-your-bucket-list/#respond Wed, 03 Jan 2024 08:11:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=13765 As of 2022, Europe maintains its position as the predominant force in global tourism, with approximately 60 percent of international tourist […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/europes-hidden-gems-for-your-bucket-list/feed/ 0 13765 Pena Palace – The Enchanting Beauty of Portugal https://travelforawhile.com/pena-palace/ https://travelforawhile.com/pena-palace/#comments Wed, 17 May 2023 13:11:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=10162 Pena Palace is a magnificent palace situated on a hilltop in Sintra, Portugal. It is one of the finest examples […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/pena-palace/feed/ 1 10162 A Cruise on the Douro River: from Porto to Salamanca https://travelforawhile.com/a-cruise-on-the-douro-river/ https://travelforawhile.com/a-cruise-on-the-douro-river/#respond Fri, 07 Oct 2022 22:11:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=6973 When relaxation is the main thing you are looking for in a holiday, a soothing sailing journey is the best […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/a-cruise-on-the-douro-river/feed/ 0 6973 Roman Mosaics – The Best Places to See Stunning Mosaics https://travelforawhile.com/roman-mosaics/ https://travelforawhile.com/roman-mosaics/#comments Mon, 20 Jun 2022 20:05:13 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=5518 While working on the Roman Theaters and Amphitheaters post, I was already thinking about another Roman heritage collection. This time, it’s all […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/roman-mosaics/feed/ 2 5518 Explore the UNESCO Portuguese Vineyards – Alto Douro and Pico Island https://travelforawhile.com/portuguese-vineyards/ https://travelforawhile.com/portuguese-vineyards/#respond Fri, 29 Oct 2021 11:06:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=3550 Despite its relatively small size, Portugal remains one of the world’s biggest exporters of wine. Portuguese vineyards are gaining an […]

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]]> https://travelforawhile.com/portuguese-vineyards/feed/ 0 3550 7 Amazing Hiking Trails in Portugal You Can’t Miss https://travelforawhile.com/hiking-trails-portugal/ https://travelforawhile.com/hiking-trails-portugal/#comments Sun, 28 Mar 2021 00:22:00 +0000 https://travelforawhile.com/?p=2956 Although Portugal is a relatively small country, it’s blessed with natural wonders. This includes breathtaking coastal views, luscious forests, and […]

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