Porto, Portugal’s northern city, is like the cooler older sister of its capital, Lisbon. A country’s second city is always cool, right? Manchester, anyone? I’d been to Porto once before, but this was ...

Only two and a half hours from home, Porto is one of Portugal’s most enchanting cities. Known for its history, architecture and the wine named after it Porto offers unique experiences for first time ...

A visit to Porto wouldn't be complete without a stop to sample the city's most notable export — port wine. You'll find dozens of wine cellars scattered throughout Porto, and there's even a Port Wine ...

Parque da Cidade do Porto, or Porto City Park, ranks as one of the largest parks in northern Portugal at more than 200 acres. It has more than 6 miles of trails for biking and walking, and it is a ...

I’m really into “second cities” these days. For generations, Industrial Age powerhouses in Europe turned into what we would call “the rust belt,” while their elegant “first city” counterparts enjoyed ...

Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, is a VERY charming destination. If you’ve already had the chance to visit Lisbon, ...

Portugal offers year-round travel opportunities. Spring and winter present the best value and weather, avoiding peak tourist ...

Porto's San Bento train station is known for its blue- and white-tiled azulejos, murals that tell stories of the city's rich history. Photo Credit: Jeri Clausing One of the first things that struck me ...