Archives for Pause for breath
Piódão Village (Arganil)
We opted for the enchanting village of Piódão, nestled in the heart of Arganil municipality, for a refreshing escape from our daily routine - a perfect weekend getaway. If you haven't had the pleasure of visiting it yet, brace yourselves for a truly immersive experience in a world of timeless…
INATEL Piódão (Arganil)
Nestled in the peculiar mountains that surround the village of Piódão, there lies a building seamlessly integrated into the breathtaking landscape, transporting visitors to a world frozen in time. Welcome to INATEL Piódão! At the top of a hill, overlooking the charming schist village of Piódão, INATEL Piódão offers an…
Côja River Beach (Arganil)
Our destination today was Piodão, but on the way, we decided to make a stop and discover one of Arganil's hidden gems: the breathtaking Côja River Beach! The gray day didn't encourage swimming, but our desire to explore this river beach was strong. As we arrived in Côja, we parked…
Francisco Alvares Nóbrega Viewpoint (Machico – Madeira)
The night was mild. On the last night on Madeira island, only a slight breeze blew as if it were a longing sigh. Yes, tomorrow we would return dinner and to spend the last moments on Madeira, we left the apartment for a short family walk. We say goodbye to…
Whale Watching (Funchal – Madeira)
Madeira island is a paradise for those who seek a closer contact with nature, hiking trails and beaches of a incomparable beauty. Is also a destination with a vast diversity of tourism products. We can choose the simplicity of a campsite or the luxury of a 5 star hotel, we…
Yellow Bus – Câmara de Lobos Tour (Funchal and Câmara de Lobos – Madeira)
Today we took the day to "be a tourist", rest our legs and discover Madeira with other eyes. Because we like to diversify our experiences in anywhere we go, we planned a Yellow Bus tour in the morning and a catamaran adventure for whale watching in the afternoon. We want…
Maritime Museum of Ílhavo (Ílhavo)
Even on a rainy day, the last option is always to stay on the couch. Sometimes it tastes good but with so much to see and to do out there, why waste our time in front of the television? So, in spite of bad weather, we urgently needed a family…
Herdade da Sanguinheira (Ponte de Sor)
Escape. This was the word always present at this long weekend. Escape from the daily grind to find tranquility in the heart of Alentejo. Escape from the stress, the clock, the hours set for everything and for nothing. Simply run away. Even for just a day or two, just enough…
Feel an Island (Vila do Corvo – Corvo)
Corvo Island exists beyond "Caldeirão" (Cauldron). The vast majority of the island's visitors arrive on the boat from Flores Island and have a transport hired from a agency (or even from individuals) waiting to take them to "Caldeirão". This is indeed the greatest attraction of the island, with various "lakes"…
Quarry of Vale de Meios (Santarém)
Dinosaurs fascinate almost all children but also most adults. The curiosity by their habits, the way they lived and how they gone, cuts across all age groups resulting in several studies and theories on the subject. When I arrived at Quarry of "Vale de Meios" in Pé da Pedreira, parish…
A swimming pool with “Trás-os-Montes” in the background
After hiking the Quinta D'Alagoa trails, in Valpaços municipality, I can't imagine a better way to end the afternoon, to pass it resting by the swimmingpool of Agricultural house, with "Trás-os-Montes" in the background.
One night in the Festivities of the Holy Spirit in the Azores
In this last night on the Festivities of the Holy Spirit in Ponta Delgada, I was dining at "tasquinhas" and after an eternity waiting, I could eat a delicious "Bifana". This delay is in part understandable, taking into account the accession of population and tourists to this festivities. I found a…
Festivities of the Holy Spirit in the Azores
After a short hike to discover Ponta Delgada, I stay through the night to witness the Festivities of the Holy Spirit. A sea of people invades the adorned city in these days and stays up late. It's amazing the work of the Azorean people to this celebration that attracts tourists…
A rest in the Guadiana river
During my visit to Alcoutim, to know the hiking trails and pedestrian routes of the county, I chose the local Youth Hostel for the night. The room where I stayed has a balcony to the Guadiana and many hours were spent contemplating the river and its daily traffic. Late afternoon were invariably…
Fluvial beach of “Pego Fundo”
Small fishes are kissing the left edge of "Ribeira de Cadavais", while I'm resting on the fluvial beach of Pego Fundo in Alcoutim, after hiking the"PR3 – Os Encantos de Alcoutim". Time has stopped this afternoon in the shade of a beach hat, where even a breeze did not dared to blow.…
“Tapada Grande” river beach
In a break between walks in the Mértola municipality, the river beach of "Tapada Grande" was confirmed as an excellent option to spend a very relaxed afternoon. Located in the interior Alentejo, in Mina de São Domingos, Mértola municipality, this beach in "Albufeira da Tapada Grande" is set in a…
Autumn in the White Sand Beach
It was in autumn 2012 that I participated in the inauguration of the PR7 TVD - Rota das Quintas, an activity organized by the Municipality of Torres Vedras, with the support of the Academic Torres Vedras and Carmões Parish Council. I traveled then to the White Sand Beach in Lourinhã…