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Two Days in Lagos, Portugal

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The southernmost region of Portugal, the Algarve, has world-renowned beaches, but we went there for the natural sights on its rugged, weathered coasts.

Cold Summer Noodle Recipe

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This quick and easy recipe is perfect for combatting hot summer temperatures. Variations of this cold noodle (“liang mian,” 凉面) recipe exist on the internet,...

Two Days in Sintra

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Just outside of Lisbon is Sintra, formerly a royal getaway destination. Sintra is commonly treated as a day trip affair by most travel guides I came across, ...

Three Days in Lisbon

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Portugal is a fantastic trans-Atlantic destination for budget-conscious travelers. The capital Lisbon has a lot of historical and city sights to offer. I tra...