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Join us on an escapade into the romantic [wonders of Portugal](https://tourtailors.com/tours/portugal-top-to-bottom/), where every moment is a love poem waiting to be... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/10-places-in-portugal-to-celebrate-love) #### [THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN CASTLES](https://blog.tourtailors.com/the-most-beautiful-italian-castles) Italy [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/Featured%20-%20The%20most%20beautiful%20Italian%20Castles.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/the-most-beautiful-italian-castles) History is as inalienable from Italian culture as it is pasta and the country’s delicious gastronomy. A part of Italy’s past [after the Roman Empire](https://blog.tourtailors.com/time-traveling-to-italys-medieval-past-a-journey-through-its-towns) centres around stoic and inspirational fortified constructions which... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/the-most-beautiful-italian-castles) #### [VISIT PORTUGAL TOP TO BOTTOM](https://blog.tourtailors.com/visit-portugal-top-to-bottom) Portugal [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/VISIT%20PORTUGAL%20TOP%20TO%20BOTTOM/Featured%20-%20Visit%20Portugal%20Top%20to%20Bottom.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/visit-portugal-top-to-bottom) When embarking on a[journey to Portugal](https://tourtailors.com/tours/portugal-top-to-bottom/), one of the many advantages you will discover is the remarkable diversity packed into this small yet captivating country. Despite its size, Portugal offers a rich tapestry of... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/visit-portugal-top-to-bottom) #### [FALL IN LOVE WITH NORTHERN PORTUGAL](https://blog.tourtailors.com/fall-in-love-with-northern-portugal) Portugal [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/FALL%20IN%20LOVE%20WITH%20NORTHERN%20PORTUGAL/Featured%20-%20Fall%20in%20love%20with%20northern%20Portugal.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/fall-in-love-with-northern-portugal) Welcome to [Northern Portugal](https://tourtailors.com/tours/grand-tour-of-portugal/), a region that seamlessly blends rich history, cultural charm and striking landscapes. Cities like Braga, with its impressive sanctuaries, and Guimarães, hailed as the "Cradle of Portugal",... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/fall-in-love-with-northern-portugal) #### [CARNIVAL TRADITIONS OF PORTUGAL, SPAIN AND ITALY](https://blog.tourtailors.com/carnival-traditions-of-portugal-spain-and-italy) Portugal Spain Italy [![Carnival Masks](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/Featured-Jan-22-2024-10-22-41-8412-AM.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/carnival-traditions-of-portugal-spain-and-italy) Imagine a world where the streets come alive with a kaleidoscope of colours, music fills the air, and joy is contagious – welcome to the traditional celebration of Carnival! Across Europe, this festival is a time of... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/carnival-traditions-of-portugal-spain-and-italy) #### [V IS FOR VALENTINE'S AND FOR VERONA](https://blog.tourtailors.com/v-is-for-valentines-and-for-verona) Italy [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/V%20IS%20FOR%20VALENTINES%20AND%20FOR%20VERONA/Featured%20-%20V%20is%20for%20Valentines%20and%20Verona.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/v-is-for-valentines-and-for-verona) Nestled in the heart of Northern Italy, [Verona](https://tourtailors.com/tours/romance-in-veneto/), steeped in history and artistic appeal, invites you to explore its fascinating streets and immerse yourself in the timeless symphony of love that echoes through its rich... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/v-is-for-valentines-and-for-verona) #### [SINTRA, THE MOST ROMANTIC VILLAGE IN PORTUGAL](https://blog.tourtailors.com/the-most-romantic-village-in-portugal) Portugal [![Sintra](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/featured-Dec-26-2023-04-13-01-1070-PM.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/the-most-romantic-village-in-portugal) Nestled [within the hills of Portugal](https://tourtailors.com/tours/portugal-top-to-bottom/), Sintra is a symphony of romance and mystery, making it the perfect destination for your next Valentines Day! Often hailed as the most romantic village in Portugal, Sintra hypnotizes... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/the-most-romantic-village-in-portugal) #### [WHY MADRID IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA](https://blog.tourtailors.com/why-madrid-is-always-a-good-idea) Spain [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/WHY%20MADRID%20IS%20ALWAYS%20A%20GOOD%20IDEA/Why%20Madrid%20is%20always%20good%20-%20Featured.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/why-madrid-is-always-a-good-idea) Madrid is, for most, the ideal summer destination, known for its inviting sunny weather. However, the capital rejoices all year round with the colours of the seasons painting memorable sceneries waiting to be captured... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/why-madrid-is-always-a-good-idea) #### [10 THINGS YOU SHOULDN'T DO IN ITALY](https://blog.tourtailors.com/10-things-you-shouldnt-do-in-italy) Italy [![Siena](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/Featured-Dec-19-2023-03-05-01-4756-PM.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/10-things-you-shouldnt-do-in-italy) [In Italy](https://tourtailors.com/tours/highlights-of-italy/), amidst the allure of la dolce vita, there are certain things that should never be done if you want to fully embrace the Italian way of life. Just like a delicate dance with an unpredictable partner, navigating... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/10-things-you-shouldnt-do-in-italy) #### [TOP 15 TAPAS TO TASTE WHILE IN SPAIN](https://blog.tourtailors.com/top-15-tapas-to-taste-while-in-spain) Spain [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/Featured%20-%20Top%2015%20tapas%20to%20taste%20while%20in%20Spain.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/top-15-tapas-to-taste-while-in-spain) Tapas or pintxos (if you are in the [Basque country](https://tourtailors.com/tours/madrid-basque-country-with-a-private-driver/)) are at the heart of Spain’s acclaimed gastronomic scene. These bite-sized, delectable foods burst into flavour and scentful aromas that will immediately make your... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/top-15-tapas-to-taste-while-in-spain) #### [WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT ERICEIRA NEXT TIME YOU ARE IN LISBON](https://blog.tourtailors.com/why-you-should-visit-ericeira-next-time-you-are-in-lisbon) Portugal [![](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/Featured%20test%20-%20Why%20you%20should%20visit%20Ericeira%20next%20time%20you%20are%20in%20Lisbon.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/why-you-should-visit-ericeira-next-time-you-are-in-lisbon) Ericeira, located on the western coast of Portugal, is a fishing village turned [surfers' paradise](https://blog.tourtailors.com/10-fun-facts-about-portugal-that-you-probably-didnt-know). This quaint town, with its cobblestone streets and whitewashed buildings, has become a magnet for surfers from around... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/why-you-should-visit-ericeira-next-time-you-are-in-lisbon) #### [ALONG THE ADRIATIC COAST](https://blog.tourtailors.com/along-the-adriatic-coast) Italy [![Along the Adriatic Coast](https://blog.tourtailors.com/hubfs/ALONG%20THE%20ADRIATIC%20COAST/Along%20the%20Adriatic%20Coast%20-%20FEATURED.jpg)](https://blog.tourtailors.com/along-the-adriatic-coast) Are you ready to unveil the diverse beauty of [Italy's eastern coastline](https://tourtailors.com/tours/east-adriatic-coast/)? From the floating elegance of Venice to the peaceful beaches of Puglia, this journey will take you through the magnificent jewels that dot the... [Read More](https://blog.tourtailors.com/along-the-adriatic-coast) [1](https://blog.tourtailors.com/author/portugal-trails/page/1) ... 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