Becoming Friends With a Portuguese Actress

So, story time with Meagan: Last night, a few of my hostel friends and I headed out to find Fado music in Lisbon. We were recommended a local spot, and we were eager to hear what it offered. Unfortunately, it was super small and super packed. So instead, we went next...

A Day of Plotting and Planning

Today was definitely not a thrilling day, but it was a productive day. I’ve been procrastinating booking flights and accommodation for my next journey for a while now. So I gave myself a little pep talk, packed up my backpack, and headed to a cafe. And basically...

Checking Out the Hip Part of Lisbon

When I first arrived into Lisbon, I immediately wanted to check out their oldest districts – specifically Alfama. I wanted to see the cute little alleyways and cafes. You know, the part of town where you will inevitably get lost in. But I had no idea that Lisbon...

Sightseeing (and Stalking) in Sintra

My German friend Karolin and I decided to take a quick day trip to a little town outside of Lisbon on this sunny afternoon. Sintra, not to be confused with Sinatra, is known for their castle on a hill (cue Ed Sheeran) and feels like you’re stepping into a...

Watching the Sunrise Over Lisbon

I woke up at 6am to watch the sunrise over Lisbon. Yep, 6am. Honestly though, I never regret waking up to catch the sunrise. The streets are quiet and free of tourists, and you feel like you have the whole city to yourself. The beauty, the history, the wonder –...