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Glass of Porto, anyone?
With the excuse of my book launch, I had the opportunity to recently visit Porto (with a little hop to Spain), Portugal’s second largest city. The city which gave its name to Port, Oporto has been the...
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Trying new places in Lisbon
My self-confessed love for Lisbon isn’t new to anyone, and admittedly, I confess I have been sticking to a comfortable routine on my monthly visits? Why? I hear you ask – because I miss these places...
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All you ever wanted to know about Portuguese toll roads – Guest Blogger
Picture the scene – you’re having a lovely time of it, driving along with the wind in your hair as you head down the A22, the sizzling sands of the Algarve within your sights, then BAM…you’re...
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Photos of the Week – FriFotos – Oceans
Hello hello, it’s Friday, which means it is #FriFotos day on Twitter! This week’s topic is Oceans, which just spells H-O-L-I-D-A-Y-S! A stunning bridge at Quinta do Lago, Algarve One of my favourite...
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My love for Portugal – an interview
The legendary Will Peach has asked me a few questions about Portugal.. here are my answers. The original interview can be found at http://travelinksites.com/travel-portugal-ana-mrs-o-around-world/ 1....
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My new secret hideaway in the Algarve: Fazenda Nova
It doesn’t matter how many trips I have booked or intend to book each year, one is absolutely non-negotiable (or even sacred!) – and that is my week in the south of Portugal, which includes at least a...
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A bit of wine and a bit of sun in Alentejo
As I said previously, no matter how many places Mr. O and I are fortunate to go, there is a trip that it is non-negotiable: our week in July in the South of Portugal. And how do we start it? With a...
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Why I love the Algarve – when will it be summer again?
One place we visit every year - and part of my pre-nuptial agreement with Mr. O -, is the Algarve, in the south of Portugal. This is when that as an Englishman, he is glad he didn’t marry a Russian...
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Love Portugal? Win a luxury 10-night holiday with Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Yes, you read it properly – it is not a joke! Through my main blog, at mrsoaroundtheworld.com, I am giving away an incredible prize to a lucky Portugal lover, courtesy of Starwood Hotels & Resorts....
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