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What to Expect when Port Tasting in Porto, Portugal

Posted 18th February, 2013
By Alex&Bell
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Last updated on December 18th, 2022 at 11:26 pmPorto is a beautiful town in the North of Portugal and is the second largest town in the nation. Portugal’s 2nd city is most famous for, of course, its ports. The grapes to produce these fortified wines grow well in the Douro Valley, making port tasting in…

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Ladra Flea Market in Lisbon

Posted 11th August, 2012
By Alex&Bell
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Last updated on December 15th, 2013 at 04:04 pmWhile in Lisbon, we stumbled upon a wonderful market for special gifts, the Ladra Flea Market. Feira da Ladra, its Spanish name, basically translates to “market of thieves.” However, what you’ll actually find is a market with exquisitely hand crafted items. There are stalls with beautiful jewelry…

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