Month: July 2017

  • 5 BEACHES IN ALENTEJO NEAR LISBON

    5 BEACHES IN ALENTEJO NEAR LISBON

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    If you can’t stand the confusion of Costa da Caparica or the exorbitant prices in Algarve, the beaches in Alentejo may well be the ideal option in the summer months. And you don’t even have to go far from Lisbon.

  • TRAVELING IN THE GREAT RAILWAY BAZAAR

    TRAVELING IN THE GREAT RAILWAY BAZAAR

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    It was my vacation book. I decided to take “The Great Railway Bazaar” from Paul Theroux to Indonesia, but, after all, it was he who took me to so many other countries. Here is my review of one of the author’s best-known books.

  • FLOR DE SAL — A PHENOMENON IN ENTRONCAMENTO

    FLOR DE SAL — A PHENOMENON IN ENTRONCAMENTO

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    This is undoubtedly one of my favorite Portuguese restaurants these days. And, yes, it’s at Entroncamento, Portugal! Flor de Sal leaves us with eyes and belly full.

  • 6 BEACHES IN SRI LANKA FOR SUN AND SURF

    6 BEACHES IN SRI LANKA FOR SUN AND SURF

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    Known for its historical sites but also along its shoreline, these beaches in Sri Lanka will get you to spread the towel and catch some waves.

  • THE CHILL HILL — IN A FRIEND’S HOUSE

    THE CHILL HILL — IN A FRIEND’S HOUSE

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    South of Java I discovered one of the best lodgings I’ve stayed in Indonesia until now. Comfortable and with impeccable hospitality. This is The Chill Hill.