Author: Marlene Marques
Travel Necessaire Essential Guide
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I know sometimes taking everything we want in the travel necessaire can be a big challenge. Like “how many people can we fit inside a Mini”. In this post I show you how I can carry almost two dozen products in my little bag.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
4 REASONS WHY YOU HAVE TO VISIT THE BUÇACO FOREST
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And do not forget to bring the camera! The Buçaco Forest will win you from the first moment.
HELLO, SUMMER! HELLO, STONEHENGE!
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To welcome summer, how about a trip to Stonehenge, England? Here’s some tips and details why this is one of the favorite places to celebrate the solstice.
BOROBUDUR AND PRAMBANAN – THE INCREDIBLE TEMPLES OF YOGYAKARTA
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Borobudur and Prambanan are two of the most spectacular temples in Indonesia. Located on the island of Java, they cross religions and present us with an extraordinary architecture. Get to know them on this trip to Yogyakarta.
TERRA NOSTRA GARDEN — NATURE IN PURE STATE
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Are you planning to visit São Miguel Island? Then you’ll have to pay a visit to Terra Nostra Garden, one of the most incredible parks I’ve ever seen.
3 INCREDIBLE PLACES TO DISCOVER BUDDHISM IN SRI LANKA
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In a world full of religious diversity, no one is indifferent to the presence of Buddhism in Asian lands. Sri Lanka is no exception. Discover these three temples that marked (and mark) the history of the country.
