Author: Marlene Marques

Buddha Eden — Asia in Portugal
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In Portugal, there is the largest oriental garden in Europe. The Bacalhôa Buddha Eden is filled with Buddhas, pagodas and terracotta warriors ready to be discovered.

Best surf destinations: What’s your surf level?
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Whether you’re a beach lover, ready to learn surfing for the first time, or a really wave expert, there’s a place in the world that’s perfect for you! See this list of countries to surf and choose your next trip.

The time I’ve visit a market in Java
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If you want to get to know a country, try visiting a place frequented by locals. It was this that made me visit a market in Java. An incredible experience, where I fell in love a bit more with the Indonesian people.

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.

Guess what? Smoothie bowls are in!
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Is there any dish more “instagrammable” than a bowl full of color?! In this new place in Ericeira, you won’t resist taking a photo before the first spoonful! Write down the name: Nalu Bowls!

THIS TRAVEL APP WILL SURPRISE YOU!
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If traveling to Italy is in your plans, know that now there is a new travel app that allows you to have free wifi in several cities.

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.











