Jorge Bastos 
Backpackers sometimes overlook Kuala Lumpur and even Malaysia; however, a visit to Kuala Lumpur is, in our opinion, a ‘must-do’ for anyone traveling in Southeast Asia. Apart from Singapore, it’s easily the most modern city in the most developed country …
Panama City is by far the most modern and developed city in Central America. It is a vibrant metropolis that should be a tourist attraction in itself. In Panama City, one can visit the unique Panama Canal, the ruins of …
New Caledonia is more than your typical beach destination. It offers hiking, camping, snorkeling, diving, amazing french food, mountain chalets and of course paradisiac beaches… In this article, we will explore all the best things to do in New Caledonia …
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and, by far, its largest city, with an estimated 8 million people and a metropolitan area of 14 million. According to a recent study, Bangkok is also the most visited city in the world …
Kuala Lumpur is one heck of a travel destination! It’s exciting, modern yet traditional, and above all, entertaining! Although there is plenty to do in Kuala Lumpur, there are also many incredible places to explore on the outskirts. Kuala Lumpur …
This 7-day Andalucia road trip takes us to some of the best beaches, cities, attractions, and landmarks in Spain. We’re going to explore the interior and the coast in an Andalusia itinerary that has a little bit of everything and …
Planning a trip from Penang to Langkawi? You are in the right place, as we got everything you need to know about these two destinations, how to go from Penang to Langkawi by ferry, and a few alternatives. Penang and …
Peneda-Geres National Park is a unique place in Portugal, home to landscapes that you can’t find elsewhere in the country! It’s the only National Park in Portugal and is part of UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves. It’s our favorite …
The Bosphorus Express is the daily train connecting Bucharest, Romania, to Istanbul, Turkey, going through Bulgaria in between. This train partially revives the famous Orient Express and connects Istanbul to Europe (the rest of Europe). Here, we will explore everything …
Budapest and Bucharest are two of the biggest cities in Eastern Europe. They are the capitals of Hungary and Romania, respectively. Both are becoming increasingly popular with tourists (particularly Budapest), and they are worth exploring. We give you everything you …
Luxembourg is often the forgotten country of Western/Central Europe, particularly by travelers. Bad mouths say it has nothing to do, and there’s nothing particularly interesting… Are they right? We don’t think so! We have been to Luxembourg several times (we …
Armenia is a small but charming country with a rich and robust culture. Not many other countries have such a long, laced history as Armenia. However, in Armenia, tourism is still taking its first steps and slowly becoming an increasingly …
San Sebastian should be on your wish travel list! It’s an all-around great travel destination. The best things to do in San Sebastian include a great beach, a unique culture, amazing food, and a historic town center. In this travel guide, we also included 2 amazing day trips, the downside, and the best hotels!
Are you wondering what to give to your loved one?… Does he love to travel?… Well, then, we have some solutions for you. We gathered a list of travel-related gifts for men who love to travel and are also romantic. Guys like …
We have been traveling and writing about our travels to Africa, Asia, and Europe. Yet, we almost forgot to write and inspire you to visit our home country! It seems that everyone is coming to Portugal and every blogger is …
We suggest traveling to Laos to almost everyone. We must say that Laos is fascinating, both because of its natural setting and its people. Here, you will find a list of everything you need to know before traveling to Laos, …
Visiting Dachau concentration camp was our last tour in Munich and the last stop of our road trip through Bavaria, Austria, and the Czech Republic. We actually doubted very much if we should go there… It is obviously a place with heavy …
During our road trip through Andalusia, spending one day in Cordoba was mandatory. It’s one of the most beautiful and important cities in Andalusia and probably the best example of the Moorish influence in Spain. This post will explore the …
We have been wanting to do a recap post about our experience working in Angola for a while now. After almost 5 years working for an Angolan company, first from Portugal (with several visits to Angola) and then living in Luanda, this …
You probably don’t think of Angolan Beaches when considering great beaches. We have never seen an Angolan beach in those internet contests… Well, that’s not entirely surprising, Angola is perhaps one of the least touristy countries in the world, and …
2015 was the year of the oil crisis. Oil started depreciating in late 2014 and continued during 2015. It went from 100 USD to 50 USD, and then to almost 35 USD. Apparently, low oil prices will continue in 2016. Some say (myself included) even …
The first time we went together to South Africa we did something different: we stayed at a friend’s house instead of a hotel/hostel. We were so well received by our Indians friends. We talked, exchanged experiences, compared Portugal, Angola & …
This post was originally written in 2015 when Luanda was considered the most expensive city in the World. Which was a surprise for many people, but not the ones living there. Have you ever questioned yourself: where is the most …
For those who don’t know, tubing is simply floating in the river with a big truck tube as a buoy. Tubing in Vang Vieng became famous or even infamous a few years ago because it was connected to drinking and …