A Complete Guide to Christmas Markets in Portugal

If your idea of Christmas markets involves shivering in three layers while clutching a mug of mulled wine for warmth, Portugal is about to change your mind. Here, the festive season arrives with twinkling lights, lively squares, and a mild coastal breeze that makes wandering between stalls feel downright dreamy. From Lisbon’s sparkling avenues to …

Our first trip to London: A complete guide for First-time visitors

This past December, we took our first trip to London together. Beth has been several times, but not in the past 10 years. I had never been, so it truly felt like a first visit and quite the adventure. We had five full days to get acquainted with this capital city in the United Kingdom. We were there to visit our niece, …