Meanwhile in the town just south of the Porto city center, Vila Nova de Gaia, you'll happen upon beaches with soft white sand and conditions more suitable for swimming. The beaches of Vila Nova de ...

The salty pancakes are also awesome. The first thing you should do after fueling up is to explore the historic city center of Porto. Given the fact that the historic center was declared UNESCO ...

Once you're in the city center, you can explore on your own two feet. Porto's nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), which is located on the northwestern edge of the city.

Porto is Lisbon’s laid-back sibling and a place that requires a little more work to fully appreciate its many delights. Overlooking the River Douro with its famous Port Wine lodges, the city ...