Portugal – Helen on her Holidays https://www.helenonherholidays.com/category/europe/portugal/ 2026-03-27T11:54:53 en-GB hourly 1 Eleventy Things to do in Porto 2026: top sights, foodie tips and hidden gems https://www.helenonherholidays.com/things-to-do-in-porto/ 2026-03-27T11:54:53 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/things-to-do-in-porto/ The very best things to do in Porto, tried and tested across my three visits. Includes the absolute must-see sights, foodie tips, fun activities and rainy day ideas.

]]> Is Porto worth visiting? 14 reasons why you’ll love Portugal’s gorgeous second city https://www.helenonherholidays.com/is-porto-worth-visiting/ 2026-03-07T20:18:56 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/is-porto-worth-visiting/ From the first port wine tasting to the last glimpse of the famous bridge, Porto is easy to love and hard to leave.

]]> Balcões de Ribeiro Frio: the best easy levada walk near Funchal, Madeira https://www.helenonherholidays.com/easy-levada-walk-madeira/ 2025-12-28T21:52:41 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/easy-levada-walk-madeira/ How to do one of Madeira’s easiest and most beautiful levada walks from Ribeiro Frio to the astonishing Balcões viewpoint.

]]> The best hikes in Madeira https://www.helenonherholidays.com/best-hikes-in-madeira/ 2024-01-31T22:16:32 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/best-hikes-in-madeira/ Madeira is a beautiful island with stunning landscapes that are perfect to explore on foot. Click through to discover 9 of the best walking routes in Madeira.

]]> The Nuns’ Path: Eira do Serrado to Curral das Freiras, Madeira https://www.helenonherholidays.com/eira-do-serrado-to-curral-das-freiras/ 2024-01-08T22:06:11 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/eira-do-serrado-to-curral-das-freiras/ Looking for a beautiful hike on Madeira? Here’s how to do the easy(ish) walk from the Eira do Serrado viewpoint to the Valley of the Nuns.

]]> Enotel Lido review: the best all-inclusive hotel in Madeira https://www.helenonherholidays.com/enotel-lido-all-inclusive-madeira/ 2023-09-03T13:08:05 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/enotel-lido-all-inclusive-madeira/ All-inclusive hotels in Madeira aren’t too common, but if you’re looking for a relaxing holiday in Funchal, the Enotel Lido all-inclusive hotel is a great choice.

]]> Aveiro Portugal: Things to do in the Venice of Portugal https://www.helenonherholidays.com/aveiro-portugal-things-to-do/ 2023-08-22T22:16:28 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/aveiro-portugal-things-to-do/ Aveiro, the Venice of Portugal, is a wonderful and easy day trip from Porto. Here’s how to visit Aveiro Portugal and all the best things to see and do.

]]> Matosinhos: the beach town with golden sand near Porto https://www.helenonherholidays.com/matosinhos-beach-porto/ 2023-08-05T14:26:30 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/matosinhos-beach-porto/ Matosinhos is a great beach town just 20 min from Porto, with a wide, sandy beach, great food and interesting things to do. See why Matosinhos is worth a visit.

]]> Primavera Sound Porto review: 8 reasons why you should go https://www.helenonherholidays.com/primavera-sound-porto/ 2023-06-30T23:41:37 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/primavera-sound-porto/ What it’s really like to go to the Primavera Sound Porto music festival, Primavera Barcelona’s chilled-out baby sister with sunshine, sea breezes and top bands.

]]> Visiting Madeira: 13 top tips for your trip https://www.helenonherholidays.com/visiting-madeira-tips/ 2023-04-01T23:25:14 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/visiting-madeira-tips/ Visiting Madeira for the first time? There are a few dos and don’ts that it’s good to know about before you go. Read on for 13 essential tips for your trip.

]]> Visiting Porto: All the best things to do in on a weekend break to Porto https://www.helenonherholidays.com/two-days-in-porto-september/ 2016-11-19T13:49:20 https://www.helenonherholidays.com/two-days-in-porto-september/ I wasn’t sure I’d even like it, but Porto knows just how to win you over.

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