Port from the Port
July 19, 2025
More barrels of wine than you could dream of line a winery warehouse in Portugal’s north
More barrels of wine than you could dream of line a winery warehouse in Portugal’s north
Two Portuguese cities are putting limits on the ubiquitous vehicles that are popular with tourists
Jonathan L finds beautiful views and hidden doorways in Portugal’s ‘second city.’
With several days to spend in Porto, Jonathan L explores several aspects of local culture
Jonathan L takes us on the start of his day exploring through the city of Porto
Porto is clamping down on tuk-tuks, excursion buses, a road train and its hop-on hop-off carriers
Built in an old 1930’s cafe and retaining many of the building’s original art deco features, the Imperial McDonalds is likely the most attractive McDonald’s int he world.
The Duoro Valley is a premier wine growing area to the east of Porto, known for its spectacular scenery and port wine.
Traditional wine-carrying boats line the banks of the Douro at Vila Nova de Gaia, opposite Porto, Portugal.
Every place we travel has its landmarks, and for nearly every city on a significant river, at least some of those landmarks turn out to be bridges.
More barrels of wine than you could dream of line a winery warehouse in Portugal’s north
Two Portuguese cities are putting limits on the ubiquitous vehicles that are popular with tourists
Jonathan L finds beautiful views and hidden doorways in Portugal’s ‘second city.’
With several days to spend in Porto, Jonathan L explores several aspects of local culture
Jonathan L takes us on the start of his day exploring through the city of Porto
Porto is clamping down on tuk-tuks, excursion buses, a road train and its hop-on hop-off carriers
Built in an old 1930’s cafe and retaining many of the building’s original art deco features, the Imperial McDonalds is likely the most attractive McDonald’s int he world.
The Duoro Valley is a premier wine growing area to the east of Porto, known for its spectacular scenery and port wine.
Traditional wine-carrying boats line the banks of the Douro at Vila Nova de Gaia, opposite Porto, Portugal.
Every place we travel has its landmarks, and for nearly every city on a significant river, at least some of those landmarks turn out to be bridges.