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Jorge Bastos

Jorge is an economist who loves to travel. He has worked in Portugal and in Angola as the Head Financial Controller of an international transports and logistics company. He is always planning new trips and discovering new places he wants to go. He explores his ability in finance and planning to help you plan your trips, take the most of your dollars and travel more, smarter and better.

What is Lisbon known for?

August 22, 2025October 7, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
what is Lisbon known for

Hills, custard tarts, and the Age of Discoveries are some of the things people immediately associate with Lisbon. Let’s explore these and other things Lisbon is famous for. Located in Central Portugal at the mouth of the Tagus River, Lisbon …

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Categories Europe, Famous things about, Portugal, Travel to

What is Louisiana known for

November 24, 2025September 30, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
What is Louisiana known for

Mardi Gras, Jazz, and Cajun are some things we instantly associate with Louisiana, but what is Louisiana famous for besides these? Located in the Deep South, Louisiana shares borders with Texas to the west, Arkansas to the north, Mississippi to …

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Categories Famous things about, North America, Travel to

How to hike the Vintgar Gorge walkways, Slovenia

March 20, 2024September 16, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Como caminhar nos passadiços de Vintgar Gorge na Eslovénia cover

The Vintgar Gorge walkways are probably the most popular hike in Slovenia. At only 1.6 km, it’s a relatively short hike, but it’s absolutely spectacular. The gorge and river are phenomenal – undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in Slovenia …

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Categories Europe, Travel to

50 things to know before traveling to Slovenia

November 1, 2025September 9, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
50 coisas que precisa de antes de viajar à Eslovénia

Despite not being a trendy destination, Slovenia is a beautiful country with many tourist attractions worth visiting. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know before going to Slovenia, including the costs, the people, the best destinations, and …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Europe, Slovenia, Travel to

What is Venice famous for?

February 2, 2024August 12, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
What is Venice famous for

Canals, Bridges, and tourists are some of the things people instantly associate with Venice, Italy. Let’s explore these and other things Venice, Italy, is known for. Located in northeastern Italy, Venice is the capital of Veneto. Together with Padua and …

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Categories Europe, Famous things about, Italy, Travel to

Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia?

March 20, 2024August 5, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Is it worth visiting Postojna Caves in Slovenia?

The Postojna Caves are unlike any other. Located near Postojna in southwestern Slovenia, the caves are the most visited in Europe and a rather unique experience as you need to take a train to visit them. Below, we will explain …

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Categories Europe, Slovenia, Travel to

What is Idaho known for?

November 5, 2025July 22, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
What is Idaho known for

Potatoes, Potatoes, and more potatoes is what many people instantly associate with Idaho, but what is Idaho known for besides Potatoes? Located in the Northwest USA, Idaho shares internal borders with Washington and Oregon to the west, Nevada and Utah …

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Categories Famous things about, North America, Travel to, USA

What is Slovenia known for?

February 26, 2024July 1, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
What is Slovenia famous for

Mountains, caves, and a special breed of horses are some of the things we associate with Slovenia, but besides these, what is Slovenia known for? Located in southern Central Europe, Slovenia shares borders with Italy to the West, Austria to …

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Categories Europe, Famous things about, Slovenia, Travel to

50 Things you need to know before traveling to Portugal

June 11, 2025June 25, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
50 THings about Portugal

After doing several of these “50 things you need to know about…” guides, we decided it was time to do 50 things you need to know before traveling to Portugal, our homeland, and, obviously, the country we know best! As locals, we …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Europe, Portugal, Portugal travel guide, Travel to

25 Famous Landmarks in Portugal

July 9, 2024June 24, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Famous landmarks in Portugal

This episode of our World Landmarks series focuses on the famous landmarks in Portugal. Portugal is one of the most popular destinations globally. Beautiful cities, lovely beaches, and captivating natural sceneries captivate millions of tourists worldwide to travel to Portugal …

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Categories Europe, Famous Landmarks, Portugal, Travel to

Panama or Costa Rica? Which is the best travel destination in Central America?

October 3, 2025June 10, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Costa Rica vs Panama

Panama or Costa Rica? Which country in Central America should you travel to next…? They are both internationally known as great travel destinations, but is one better than the other? We will explore everything about them and try to figure …

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Categories Central America, Costa Rica, Panama, Travel to, Where to go

What is Oregon Famous for

February 23, 2024June 10, 2023 by Jorge Bastos

The old Wild West, hipsters, and beavers are some of the things we instantly associate with Oregon, but what else is Oregon famous for? Situated in the Pacific Northwest, Oregon shares a border with Washington State to the north, Idaho …

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Categories Famous things about, North America, Travel to, USA

50 things you need to know before traveling to Israel

November 1, 2025May 27, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
50 things about Israel

Israel doesn’t let anyone be indifferent! Only mentioning its name may spark a live discussion, but here we won’t cover the incredibly complex geopolitical status of Israel and Palestine. In this post, we want to explore Israel as tourists and …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Asia, Israel, Travel to

What is Washington known for?

June 29, 2024May 27, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
What is Washington known for

Microsft, Amazon, and all the rain are some things we instantly associate with Washington state, but besides these, what is Washington known for? Located in Northwest USA, Washington shares internal borders with Oregon to the south, Idaho to the East, …

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Categories Famous things about, North America, Travel to, USA

Costa Rica vs Belize – Where to go in Central America?

September 30, 2025May 20, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Costa Rica vs Belize: travel edition

Costa Rica vs Belize? Which Central American country should you visit next…? They are internationally known as excellent vacation destinations, but which fits you better? Here, we will explore everything about them and determine if you should travel to Belize …

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Categories Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, Travel to

28 famous landmarks in Turkey

June 4, 2025May 9, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Famous Landmarks In Turkey

In this post of our World Landmarks series, we focus on the famous landmarks in Turkey. From the enchanting monuments in Istanbul to Cappadocia, Turkey is blessed with attractions and unbelievable places worth visiting. As usual in this series, we …

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Categories Europe, Famous Landmarks, Travel to, Turkey

50 vital things to know before going to Malaysia

March 6, 2025May 7, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
50 things about Malaysia Travel

Unique Malaysia travel guide with everything you need to know when traveling to Malaysia – locals, tourists, attractions, costs, and food!

Categories 50 Things Travel, Asia, Malaysia, Travel to

Puerto Vallarta vs Cancun – Which is the best travel destination?

June 17, 2024April 29, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Puerto Vallarta vs Cancun

Planning a beach holiday in Mexico? Struggling to choose Puerto Vallarta vs. Cancun? It’s only natural as they are two of the most popular destinations in Mexico, and they are simultaneously very different and very similar. Here, we will explore …

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Categories Central America, Mexico, Travel to

50 things you want to know before traveling to Armenia

November 1, 2025April 28, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Things about Armenia

Armenia isn’t on many people’s list of countries to visit. So, if you consider visiting Armenia soon, you will probably have problems finding correct and reliable information. Why? Few people are traveling to Armenia, and even fewer are writing about …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Armenia, Europe, Travel to

50 things you need to know before traveling to Spain

June 17, 2024April 25, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
50 Things about Spain

Spain has been one of the world’s most prominent tourist destinations for many years now. People come to Spain looking for its extraordinary culture and history, together with amazing beaches in the south, delicious food, and inviting weather. This post …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Europe, Spain, Travel to

Cancun vs Playa del Carmen vs Tulum – What’s the best beach destination in Mexico?

September 18, 2025April 16, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
What's the best beach destination in Mexico cover

Cancun vs. Playa del Carmen vs. Tulum is a question many people debating a getaway in Mexico often ask. The three are internationally known as great travel destinations, offering unique experiences, amazing activities, lovely beaches, and weather. But which is …

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Categories Central America, Mexico, Travel to

50 Things you need to know before traveling to Panama

November 1, 2025April 5, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Things you need to know about Panama

Panama is a peculiar country with peculiar characteristics determined both by its history and location. While visiting Panama, you’ll notice and enjoy these features. Here we will explore everything you need to know before traveling to Panama: the people, tourism, …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Central America, Panama, Travel to

16 Angola Tourist Attractions – 16 best things to do in Angola

April 14, 2023April 5, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Top Travel Destinations To Visit In Angola

Angola is probably one of the last countries you will consider a tourist destination. Yet it’s one of the most beautiful countries we have visited, full of incredible natural tourist attractions. We had the privilege of working in Angola for …

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Categories Africa, Angola, Expats in Angola

50 things you need to know before traveling to Mexico

November 1, 2025April 2, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
50 things abour traveling in Mexico

Mexico is a dream destination for many! It has beaches and cenotes, it has culture, it has famous monuments and others not so much, it has tasty, diverse and creative food… It has everything we need for a fabulous trip …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Central America, Mexico, Travel to

50 Things you need to know before traveling to Costa Rica

November 1, 2025March 30, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Things you need to know before traveling to Costa Rica

Costa Rica has been on the tourism radar for a few years, particularly for those looking for eco-tourism, abundant wildlife, and adventure travel. This article will explore everything you need to know before traveling to Costa Rica. From the best …

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Categories 50 Things Travel, Central America, Costa Rica, Travel to

Itinerary to one day in Downtown Porto, Portugal

July 8, 2023March 29, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Downtown Porto

Porto (sometimes in English Oporto, but we really dislike it, so PORTO it is) is our hometown, we lived, studied, and worked in Porto most of our lives! So, we wanted o help you make the most of your trip, creating an …

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Categories Europe, Portugal, Portugal travel guide

Should you visit Malacca or Georgetown (Penang)?

July 12, 2024March 28, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Visit Malacca or Penang

Penang or Malacca? Which one should you visit? Both Malacca (or Melaka) and Georgetown (in Penang) are UNESCO World Heritage cities since 2008 and are some of the most exciting cities in Malaysia. They were nominated as the “historic cities …

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Categories Asia, Malaysia, Travel to, Where to go

15 amazing things to do in Bulgaria

April 14, 2023March 21, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Things you need to know before traveling to Bulgaria

Bulgaria may not be the first country that comes into your mind when looking for a destination, but it should be! Bulgaria is full of cool things to do and see. The black sea beaches are probably the most famous …

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Categories Bulgaria, Europe, Travel to

Thailand or Malaysia? Which is the best travel destination?

July 13, 2024March 15, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Malaysia or Thailand

Thailand or Malaysia? Which South-Eastern Asia Country should be your next travel destination? They are both internationally renowned beach destinations, but which one is the best? We will explore everything you need to know about each country and try to …

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Categories Asia, Malaysia, Thailand, Travel to, Where to go

How to visit the ATM caves in Belize

October 10, 2025March 5, 2023 by Jorge Bastos
Como visitar a gruta ATM no Belize

Hidden in the middle of the Belize Jungle, the ATM cave is one of Central America’s great natural and historical wonders. Belize is mostly known for its beaches and Mayan ruins, but these caves are probably its most spectacular landmark. …

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Categories Belize, Central America, Travel to
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