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Hidden gems of Portugal
Beyond easy reach of international airports lie the true hidden gems of Portugal. Rumours abound of diabolical driving on hair-raising roads, but is it all just a hoax to protect the peace and tranquillity that we've found out here, nestled in the hills? Not entirely. However, many of us have forsaken our homelands for a quality of life that otherwise would have been difficult to attain ... click here to read more
Paradise in Portugal:
Chapter One: Potholes & Bread Rolls
I have always loved the satisfied hiss of air brakes on big trucks when they reach journeys end. Today, I liked the sound even more; it meant we had arrived. Steve, my husband, jumped down from the truck, and after stretching his limbs, gave a little sideways leap and clicked his heels as he walked towards me looking jubilant. "We've done it, we've arrived". I wound down the window excitedly, and he leant in to give me a kiss ... click here to read more
Chapter Two: Good News & Bad News
"Would you like some refreshments?" asked Miguel; "there's a café over the road." "Yes that would be wonderful," I answered, "but I'm worried about the horses, they need to stretch their legs." I glanced at the horsebox, swaying slightly to the rhythm of the restless stamping of the horses. "Okay just a quick one," said Miguel " I can tell you about the plans I have made for you." We all walked across the narrow cobbled street, and sat drinking coffee in the warm November sunshine, whilst Miguel told us his plans ... click here to read more