Lagos, a small attractive town in the Algarve, is home to some of the region’s most tourist-friendly beaches and visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to where to stay in Lagos. Many of the hotels in Lagos are on the cliff between the old town and the Ponte The post Where To Stay in Lagos, Portugal: Your Essential Guide to the Best Hotels and Accommodation appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

Are you having trouble deciding whether or where to stay in the Douro Valley? If so, this insider guide will help you with your choice. The breathtakingly beautiful Douro wine region has become one of Portugal’s “must see” destinations. While it’s possible to get a quick glimpse of the Douro’s The post Where To Stay In Douro Valley: Best Hotels & Quintas appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural landscapes, Portugal has become an increasingly popular destination, which means it’s never been more urgent to make sure sustainable tourism in Portugal is at the top of everyone’s agenda.  As a Portugal travel planner, consultant and blogger, I aim to encourage The post Sustainable Tourism In Portugal: How You Can Travel Responsibly appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

The Portuguese islands of the Azores, set in the mid-Atlantic, are characterised by dramatic landscapes, lake-filled calderas, fishing villages and hedgerows of blue hydrangeas. And tea and pineapple plantations. There are also some fabulous places to stay in the archipelago, from the best Azores hotels to guesthouses, mostly with staggering The post Where To Stay In the Azores For An Unforgettable Vacation appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

I always enjoy visiting Olhão in the Algarve but I was a little nervous about taking a visiting friend there in April to show her its understated charms. Would she find it too low key or shabby? Not at all! In fact, she loved its laid back authenticity, as did The post 13 Awesome Things To Do In Olhão, Algarve appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

If you’re looking for a great hotel in São Miguel, Azores, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Whether it’s the celebrity treatment you’re looking for or the chance to spend some time relaxing in the middle of lush greenery, this amazing island is guaranteed to give you a vacation you’ll never The post Which Is The Best Hotel In São Miguel, Azores, For You? appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

Ponta Delgada, on São Miguel Island, is the capital of the Azores archipelago of Portugal and, as such, has some super places to stay. Here is my selection of Ponta Delgada hotels and other accommodation, including apartments, that will help make your stay in this part of Portugal special. Why The post The Best Ponta Delgada Hotels And Guesthouses appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

Given that there are 9 islands in the Azores archipelago, first-time visitors often wonder which to go to first. Due to its size, diversity and the number of flights, I’d say that São Miguel is the best island in the Azores to start off with. The attraction of the Azores The post 25 Great Things To Do In São Miguel, An Enchanting Island In The Azores appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

Considering that it’s a small fishing village in the Algarve, you may not expect there to be many things to do in Alvor. You’d be wrong! Especially if you enjoy walking and being in nature. With the exception of a cluster of high rise apartment blocks near Praia da Torralta, The post The Best Things To Do In Alvor, Algarve appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more

If you’re looking for an inland town to visit in the Algarve, you’ll find several things to do in Monchique that more than justify the journey into the hills. Monchique is a gorgeous little town in the Serra de Monchique mountain range and is surrounded by forested slopes. Although it The post Discover The Best Things To Do In Monchique appeared first on Julie Dawn Fox in Portugal ..read more