Galicia
Galicia The northern Atlantic perimeter of the Iberian Peninsula, widely known as Green Spain (España Verde), is defined by a deep oceanic climate that sets it sharply apart from the…
Basque Lands
The Basque Lands The Basque Lands (Euskadi) in northern Spain borders France on the east and the Spanish Autonomous Region of Cantabria on the west. The northern areas combine dramatic…
Day in Evora, Portugal
2nd Century Roman Temple The Roman Temple of Évora (often mistakenly called the Temple of Diana) is one of the most significant and well-preserved Roman landmarks in the Iberian Peninsula.…
International Driving Permit (2025)
Driving in Portugal and Spain: Do U.S. and Canadian Travelers Need an International Driving Permit (IDP)? If you're planning a road trip through Portugal, Spain, or both, one of the…
Batalha Monastery, Portugal
The Kingdom in Peril: A King's Great Choice In the year 1383, the very soul of Portugal trembled. King Ferdinand had died without a son, and a shadow fell over…
Legends of Portugal; Dona Brites de Almeida
When an overwhelming invasion threatened to erase Portugal from the map in 1383, the nation’s fate ultimately rested not just on the swords of kings, but on the fiery rage…
Sagrada Familia Barcelona
A Once-in-a-Generation Moment On June 10, 2026, Pope Leo XIV will preside over the inauguration of the Sagrada Família's Tower of Jesus Christ, currently the tallest tower in the basilica…
Evora, Portugal
Évora, in Portugal’s Alentejo region, is located approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes from Lisbon and about 3 hours from the Algarve. The Alentejo extends south of Lisbon to the…
Portugal’s Volcanic Wines (Azores Islands)
The Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on Pico Island, within the Azores archipelago of Portugal. The area is characterized by an…
Madrid: A Modern City with an Ancient Soul
Madrid is a city of layers, where the echoes of the 17th century harmonize perfectly with the vibrant energy of the 21st. Whether you are wandering through cobblestone alleys or…
Sao Miguel Island, Portugal; The Volcanic Jewel
The Volcanic Jewel of the Azores Often referred to as Ilha Verde (the Green Island), São Miguel is the largest and most ecologically diverse island in the Azorean archipelago. Located…
Europe’s Only Tea Plantation’s are in the Azores
The Azores on São Miguel Island is home to the only tea plantations in Europe. Gorreana (est. 1883) has produced black and green teas for over 140 years. Using traditional, organic…