Destination notes
Porto is a gem for second-hand and vintage shopping. From hidden thrift shops to cool vintage boutiques, Porto’s segundo mão shopping scene throws up gold for those ready to bargain hunt. I’ve visited Porto probably more…
If you have 10 days to explore Portugal, this classic itinerary ticks off Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve. Sharing a 10-day Portugal itinerary on Olá Daniela is no easy task. Why? Because trip planning is such…
Summer in Portugal is a sun-drenched dream with long beach days and wall-to-wall festivals and events, where every esplanada (terrace) is filled with happy people enjoying the weather and a few (too many) Super Bocks. While…
If you’re visiting Porto and have even the faintest interest in wine (or like to learn about how things are made), then you must visit a port wine house for a tasting tour. Across the Douro…
Porto is the ultimate weekend city. In two days you see and taste it all – from the tile-covered churches to port wine tasting to the city’s famous hearty sandwiches. The architecture and tiles are different…
One of my favourite experiences in Portugal was witnessing the Mordomia Parade where more than 900 women proudly marched by wearing the ornate traditional costumes from their village. While the poster of the festival of d’Agonia,…