One of my Porto visit goals, beyond the port wine cellars, was to head out into the Douro River Valley to visit a winery or two, taste some wine and take in the sights. The Douro is famous for its stunning landscapes and terraced vineyards that rise from the side of the river high into... Continue Reading →
Visiting the Port Wine Cellars
One of my goals for visiting Porto was to see some of the port wine cellars located throughout the city. Or, to be accurate, what I thought was the city. Despite the name of the product – “port” – and the name of the city – “Porto” – the port wine cellars are actually on... Continue Reading →
The Charming City of Porto
The city of Porto, or Oporto if you’re British, is the second largest in Portugal and one of the oldest cities in Europe. The main, touristy area, however is quite small and easily walkable… if you like hills. This seems to be a common refrain in Portugal, so any future visitors should be prepared! The... Continue Reading →