Summary In this episode of Bon Voyage Besties, hosts Rachel and Rosa chat with Melissa Byron about her journey of moving abroad to Portugal in her 40s. Melissa shares her experiences with the visa process, culture shock, and the importance of building a community as an expat. She emphasizes the empowering nature of solo travel […]
Updated: 3 May 2023 Spain and Portugal are two of my favorite countries to explore in Europe, so I had to write a 9 Day Itinerary Spain and Portugal guide for you. Both destinations offer well-preserved historical cities, many boasting UNESCO World Heritage status, as well as incredible (and diverse) food options and sweeping beaches. […]
Updated: 9 March 2023 I am – no doubt – obsessed with Portugal. After taking a solo Easter holiday in Portugal, I immediately fell in love with this country and knew I wanted to encourage responsible tourism on my blog, especially to my anxious readers who may not take many international trips. Portugal is fabulous. […]
Updated: 15 January 2023 As a solo traveler, I love, love, love exploring Europe so much in my spare time. I mean, why on earth else would I be crazy enough to constantly fly over the Atlantic Ocean when I actually hate flying with a burning passion? Because I LOVE Europe. In my biased opinion, […]
Updated: 2 December 2022 Yup, there are definitely some things to know before going to Portugal. Come prepared, my fellow travelers. Portugal is country that I looooved to visit, especially for a solo travel adventure. But research is key for this country (like any other destination!). As for me, I had an opportunity to fall […]