Church in Figueira dos Vinhos

February 18th 2008
I had so much fun in Proenca-a Nova! Jose Santos (Ze) was the perfect host every traveller dreams of coming across. He and Catarina were fantastic finding me free accommodation, taking me to places and dinner parties, giving me tips on what to do in the area, etc. They were just great company. Even Miguel, the prodigy boy was very good (most of the time, hehe!) I would never imagine all that wh ... read more

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Following its heyday as a world power during the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal lost much of its wealth and status with the destruction of Lisbon in a 1755 earthquake, occupation during the Napoleonic Wars, and the independence in 1822 of Brazil a... ... read more

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Jose Magalhaes

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Hello and welcome to my blog. I feel so happy for having a chance to explore a bit of this amazing planet where we spend our brief existence. After years of dedication to teaching at a primary school in central London I was ready for a change. Setting off on a motorbike trip through western Europe and Morocco was like a jug of fresh water to my thirsty mouth. Then after some preparation I flew to N.York, bought a van and spent a few months crossing the United States, visiting the most spectacular landscapes in the national parks - and crying of gratitude for the ... full info

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