by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Sintra is a cool, green mountain hideaway—a stark contrast to the city of Lisbon less than an hour away. The atmosphere is magical and mystical and refreshing; A fairytale parkland full of castles and palaces and gardens and lots of hidden wonders to discover. Quinta...
by Rae | Jul 27, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Óbidos, Portugal has been inhabited since the stone age. Romans, Visigoths, and Moors made it their home before the first king of Portugal captured it in 1148. The castle and defensive walls have been constructed and reconstructed multiple times. Many tourists visit...
by Rae | Jun 24, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Porto, Portugal was the first stop on my three-month European backpacking adventure. It was an obvious starting point for the journey because its location in northern Portugal, international airport, historic background, and collection of interesting sights. How do...
by Rae | Mar 9, 2019 | art & photography
by Rae | Nov 14, 2018 | Europe, travel
Tentative Trip DateCountdown Here are some thoughts for a road trip through Tuscany, Italy to see some of the famous hilltop towns. Have you been there? Any thoughts or suggestions? Click on the icon on the top left corner of the map to turn on the layers for each...
