Month: May 2025

• Ultimate Carry-On-Only Packing List for Women Traveling to Portugal in Summer

  Have you heard of the 5-4-3-2-1 method of packing? I’m a person who easily gets overwhelmed (and overpacks!) when it comes to preparing to take a trip, but I love…

  

• Why Cod Is the Real Star of Portuguese Cuisine

  If there’s one thing you should know about Portuguese cuisine, it’s this: codfish—bacalhau—is king. You’ll see it on every menu, in every market, and probably even hear a story or…

  

• Costa Rica Itineraries: 5, 6, and 7 Day Options

  If you’re planning a trip to Costa Rica, you’ll want to make the most of your time. Whether you have 5, 6, or 7 days to spare, here are three…

  

• The Most Romantic Resorts for Your Costa Rica Honeymoon

  The best spots for quiet connection If you’re dreaming of a honeymoon where you can unwind together surrounded by beautiful scenery, Costa Rica is calling your name. Picture lush rainforests…

  

• 8 Amazing Day Trips from Guanacaste, Costa Rica

  Easy Escapes, Big Payoff—See More Without Changing Hotels Guanacaste is famous for its sun-drenched beaches and chill resort towns, but staying put means missing out on some of Costa Rica’s…

  

• Exploring Costa Rica’s Distinct Regions: A Travel Guide

  When most people picture Costa Rica, they probably imagine lush rainforests and palm-lined beaches—and they’re not wrong. But what you might not realize until you’re actually there is just how…

  

• Pastel de Nata vs Pastel de Belém: What’s the Difference?

  If you’re planning a trip to Portugal, someone’s going to tell you to eat a pastel de nata. Probably within five minutes of announcing your flight. Then you’ll arrive, see…

  

• The Ultimate 5-Day Costa Rica Itinerary: Volcanoes, Beaches & Wildlife

  Should you spend longer than 5 days in Costa Rica? Definitely. But we live in the real word where most of us are hampered by our PTO days. Fortunately for…

  

• Underrated Day Trips from Porto You Can Reach by Train

  Porto may be magnetic in its own right with its riverside wine bars and azulejo-covered churches—but one of the things I loved most was how easy it was to hop…

• The Best Times to Visit Portugal

  When is the best time to visit Portugal? There’s really no bad time, but the best season depends on what you’re looking for. Let’s dive in. 🌸Spring (March–May): Mild temperatures…