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7 Amazing Things to Do in Loja, Granada

Posted by By Krista 16 October 2024
Loja is a great historic town in Granada to visit for half a day, with plenty of interesting attractions to see.
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How to Find the Best Street Food at Disneyland Paris

Posted by By Krista 13 October 2024
Disneyland Paris isn't the cheapest theme park to visit, but you can still eat here on a budget and have a great time.
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Visiting the Beautiful 5th Arrondissement of Paris: A Full Guide

Posted by By Krista 4 October 2024
Looking for an alternative place to explore in Paris? Make sure you add the 5th arrondissement to your itinerary.
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The Best Things to Do in Perthshire, Scotland Year Round

Posted by By Krista 2 October 2024
Perthshire is a beautiful part of central Scotland to explore, and there are some fantastic attractions to see here.
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The Best Things to Do in Northumberland: England’s Northernmost County

Posted by By Krista 30 September 2024
Northumberland is a beautiful county that borders Scotland, and there are lots of things to see and do here for all ages.
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That’s it for Porto! 🇵🇹 If you’re thinking of vis That’s it for Porto! 🇵🇹

If you’re thinking of visiting Porto this winter, you’ll find that there’s lots of things to do and it’s more enjoyable, with less crowds and cooler temperatures 😁

I’d highly recommend taking a Porto food tour, trying a glass of port wine, and strolling along the waterfront as often as you can 🍷

It’s a great budget-friendly city in Portugal to explore, so what are you waiting for? 🤔
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Visiting the Church of Saint Ildefonso is one of t Visiting the Church of Saint Ildefonso is one of the best free things to do in Porto 🇵🇹

This 18th century church is one of the most striking landmarks in Porto thanks to its stunning azulejo tiles that depict scenes from the life of Saint Ildefonso and the Gospels 🔔

The inside is free to enter as well, though its not as elaborate as the exterior ⛪️

Do you recognize this beautiful church in Porto? 🤩
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Porto São Bento gets a lot of attention with its b Porto São Bento gets a lot of attention with its beautiful azulejo tilework inside the train station, but don’t forget to explore what’s around it too! 🚂

One of my favourite streets in Porto is Rua da Madeira 🥰

It sits at the back of the famous 19th century train station and it’s lined with colourful buildings - perfect for photos! 📸

Have you seen this street in Porto before? 🇵🇹
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Do you recognize this famous rabbit sculpture? 🤔 Do you recognize this famous rabbit sculpture? 🤔

While many people assume it’s located in Porto, you’ll actually find it across the river in Vila Nova de Gaia 🌉

“Half Rabbit” was designed by a Portuguese artist, and it’s made up of trash and recycled materials collected around the city 🐰

It’s very impressive to see from the distance, but don’t forget to get up close to it as well so you can see just how detailed this street art really is 🇵🇹
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Porto has a growing food scene that’s definitely w Porto has a growing food scene that’s definitely worth exploring, whether you choose to do a food tour in Porto or find places to eat all by yourself 🤩

Here are some great places to eat in Porto, Portugal ⬇️

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What food spots in Porto would you try? 🇵🇹
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