I often ask myself what fascinates me so much about Lisbon. Although I was born in Portugal, I came to London as a baby and it’s the city I call home; yet, whenever I’m in Portugal’s capital, there’s so much about it that captivates me. Whether it’s chilling at one Read more…
After spending the first week of our honeymoon at the Riu Palace Tikida resort in Agadir, Morocco, Geeta and I headed to the 5 star Sheraton hotel in Lisbon, Portugal. Just a short bus ride away from the city centre, the Sheraton is really well situated and boasts the highest panoramic Read more…
For all the perks of travel — the wonderful weather, food, people and places you see — there are also a few downsides to balance it all out. I had to learn that the hard way in October last year when I was visiting Sintra, Portugal, and my rental car Read more…
There are certain times when putting away your phone/map and simply wandering off the beaten track creates some amazing experiences. Take my recent trip to Lisbon as an example. Me, my fiancée, sister and our friend were visiting St. George’s castle, and once we were done we wanted to catch Read more…
Lisbon is one of the best cities I’ve been to, and I promise I’m not being biased because I’m Portuguese! Well, at least I’m trying not to be… It’s got a perfect blend of amazing weather, tasty food, cafés full of cakes around every corner and beaches within 30/45 minutes. What’s Read more…
I don’t think I’ve ever visited a place with so many castles, palaces and beautiful gardens in a single place. With so much beauty surrounding this little UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sintra really is a trip you absolutely have to make when in Lisbon, Portugal. Palacio de Pena is the Read more…