Bruno is captivated by his favourite morning news program as Carlos struggles to convince him it’s all fake news.
As Notícias Falsas do Correio Matinal
The Fake News From The Morning Mail
Repetição Espaçada
Spaced Repetition
Learn about Spaced Repetition, a proven memory technique, which members can put into practice with our European Portuguese Flash Cards!
Comer ou Dormir, Eis a Questão
Eat or Sleep, That's the Question
Do you struggle with insomnia? Some believe that avoiding certain foods can make a huge difference in your sleep patterns.
Portimão
Portimão
Learn more about the city of Portimão, a destination in the south of Portugal with beautiful beaches and a rich history.
Uma Visita a Coimbra
A Visit to Coimbra
Learn more about the various historical sites you can visit in the city of Coimbra!
Entrevista de Trabalho
Job Interview
Helena Abrantes is interviewing for a position in the marketing department at a large company.
Feiticeiros ou Universitários?
Wizards Or College Students?
Have you ever seen young people in black cloaks walking around the streets in Portugal? Learn about the origin of this tradition and how it inspired a very famous author.
Cortiça
Cork
Did you know that Portugal is the world’s largest producer of cork?
Dinossauros na Lourinhã
Dinosaurs in Lourinhã
Learn more about Dino Park, a theme park for all ages where you can explore different periods of Earth’s history and see life-size models of dinosaurs!
50 Sombras da Avó Odete
50 Shades of Grandma Odete
Avó Odete has been healthy and safe from COVID-19, although she’s not too impressed with having to be regularly tested, (as you’ll see in the video). She’s also been catching up with some reading, although it’s perhaps not exactly what you’d expect! Warning: This video contains explicit language, so please skip it if you’re younger […]
O Portugal dos Pequenitos
Portugal for the Little Ones
Have you been to Portugal dos Pequenitos? Learn more about this park where children can play and learn as they explore miniature versions of Portugal’s homes, monuments, costumes, and more!
O Real Palácio Guedes Quinhones
Learn the history of the Guedes Quinhones Palace, a noble house that served as the residence of the Quinhones family for ten generations, part of which has now been transformed into the Hotel Real Palácio.
Fátima
Fatima
Fátima is one of Portugal’s most emblematic religious sites, with millions visiting the shrine each year.
Os Festivais de Verão
Summer Festivals
Summer music festivals are very popular in Portugal and are seen as a rite of passage for many young people. Learn more about the experience of taking part in these festivals.
Uma Visita a Évora
A Visit to Évora
Isabel and Luísa are college students who take a break to explore the beautiful and historic city of Évora!
O Castelo Medieval de Leiria
The Medieval Castle of Leiria
Learn more about Castelo de Leiria, a medieval castle with an interesting history to discover at its yearly fair.
Diário de Uma Quarent(o)ena VIII
Quarantine Diary VIII
A woman continues the healthy routines she established during quarantine and finds more ways to enjoy time with her boyfriend as restrictions slowly begin to lift.
A Língua Portuguesa
The Portuguese Language
Learn more about the history of the Portuguese language in this Shorty adapted and translated from Lena Strang‘s article in Tomorrow Magazine.
Praia da Ursa
Ursa Beach
Hear the legend behind the characteristic rocks of Praia da Ursa, a beautiful beach located in Sintra.
Crime e Segurança em Portugal
Crime and Security in Portugal
Learn the basics of how crime and security are managed in Portugal, one of the most peaceful countries in the world.
A Ponta de Sagres
Sagres Point
Learn more about the tip of Sagres and its importance in the era of the Portuguese discoveries.
Diário de Uma Quarentona VI
Quarantine Diary VI
A woman decides to start an exercise plan to make room for all the food she plans to eat. These days stuck at home are making it impossible to resist the temptations of homemade Portuguese cuisine!
Viva o Português!
Hooray for Portuguese!
Adapted and translated from an article written by Lena Strang which was published in the latest issue of Tomorrow Magazine.
Lena Strang, originally from Finland, now lives in sunny Algarve. As a journalist for a community magazine, she has interviewed local people about their lives and researched intriguing histories behind abandoned buildings. These stories form part of two books available both in English and Portuguese: “Touching Lives/ Vidas que nos Tocam and Crossing Cultures / Culturas que se Cruzam.
You can connect with Lena and learn more about her work here.
Rio Tejo
Tagus River
Emerging from the mountains of Spain and flowing toward Lisbon, the Tagus River provides beautiful landscapes along its shores. Learn more about the longest river in Portugal!