Vasco writes an informal email to Barbara after returning from a vacation they went on along with their significant others.
Fw: Férias 2021
Fwd: Holidays 2021
Primeira Vez Em Portugal
First Time In Portugal
A tourist and his partner arrive in Lisbon. Follow along as they get help buying SIM cards for their cellphones.
Capela Dos Ossos
Chapel Of Bones
Of Évora’s various monuments, the Chapel of Bones is one that’s as incredible as it is frightening!
A Serra da Estrela
The Serra Da Estrela
Learn about Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain range in mainland Portugal. Correction on Line 5: We recorded this as “1933 metros”, but the actual elevation is “1993 metros”.
Ready to Come About: Prologue
Pronta Para Mudar De Rumo: Prólogo
(Personal note from Joel): Sue Williams and her husband David are long-time Practice Portuguese members. After I read Sue’s sailing memoir about their adventures and hardships while crossing the ocean from Canada to Portugal (and beyond… then back home again!), I enjoyed it so much that we requested permission from Sue and her publisher to […]
A Ilha do Pico
Pico Island
Learn about Pico, one of the beautiful islands of the Azores and home to the highest peak in Portugal.
Uma Bica Cheia? Impossível!
A Full Espresso? Impossible!
Hugo returns from a trip to Paris and complains to Matilde about his struggle to order his usual coffee.
A Veneza de Portugal
The Venice Of Portugal
Learn more about the city of Aveiro and why it’s known as the “Venice of Portugal”.
Os Sonhos da Dona Rosa
Dona Rosa's Dreams
Listening Practice! A local woman named Rosa shares her story with author Lena Strang. As Dona Rosa discusses her life, dreams, and what keeps her busy, it’s clear that she has a lot of love for her family and country.
A Cidade de Leiria
The City of Leiria
Leiria is a lively city in central Portugal with a beautiful castle, year-round festivals, and plenty of pine trees!
O Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
The National Museum of Ancient Art
Learn more about a group of students and their visit to the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Uma Viagem ao Douro
A Trip To The Douro
Learn more about João’s trip from Lisbon to Régua aboard a historic train.
Um Voo Turbulento
A Turbulent Flight
Bernardo regrets buying a cheap plane ticket on Bacalhau Airways and decides to take it out on the flight attendant.
Portimão
Portimão
Learn more about the city of Portimão, a destination in the south of Portugal with beautiful beaches and a rich history.
Página do Diário
Diary Page
A woman writes in her diary about a wonderful trip to the Douro River valley!
Uma Visita a Coimbra
A Visit to Coimbra
Learn more about the various historical sites you can visit in the city of Coimbra!
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!
Duas Noites No Hotel
Two Nights At The Hotel
After a long flight to Portugal, Joe is hoping to relax in his hotel room. Unfortunately, the guests next door are not making it easy.
Fátima
Fatima
Fátima is one of Portugal’s most emblematic religious sites, with millions visiting the shrine each year.
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!
Uma Aventura na Autocaravana
An Adventure in the Motorhome
Do you like to travel? Meet a woman who enjoys the freedom of exploring the world in a campervan!
Viagem para Lisboa
Trip to Lisbon
Andreia and Filipe have a long day of travel ahead of them as they make their way to Lisbon by bus, plane, metro, and train.
Hotel Moçambique
Hotel Mozambique
Nuno and his wife check in at the hotel they booked in Lisbon.
A Ilha da Madeira
The Island of Madeira
Learn all about the Portuguese island of Madeira in this Shorty written by Edyta, the author of Say Yes to Madeira travel blog. This Shorty will help you learn some generic phrases, but also a couple of useful words which will definitely come in handy when visiting the island.