While Porto doesn’t have a long-standing spa and sauna tradition like many Eastern and Northern European countries, increasing demand has brought several inviting wellness spaces to the city. Below is a curated list of the best spas and saunas in Porto – feel free to share your favorites. 🫧 Best Spa places
Working as a digital nomad / freelancer, or just visiting Porto for a few days and looking for a coworking space? Here is the list of the best coworking places in Porto. As a bonus, we have added two places that are not a typical coworking place, but are used by remotely working parents with …
Portugal transforms in Autumn (outono). The beaches get quieter, the air smells of roasted chestnuts, and locals start pulling out their casacos (coats) and cachecóis (scarves). Outono in Portugal is a time of celebration, tradition, and comfort. Anita da Silva, Portuguese teacher and founder of Portuguese With Anita, shares her favorite autumn expressions, traditions, and …
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Living abroad can be challenging, especially when it comes to finding places to worship in your native language. For English-speaking Catholics and Christians in Porto and the surrounding region, attending Mass or services in English can offer a comforting sense of community and spiritual connection. Whether you’re a tourist, expat, or student, here’s a quick …
Matcha is a finely‑ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves, traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremony. What makes it special: the whole leaf is consumed, so you get more antioxidants and a unique flavour profile – vibrant green colour, a vegetal or slightly sea‑weedy note, with a smooth umami finish rather than …
Fado is the soul of Portuguese music – emotional, poetic, and deeply moving. The word “Fado” comes from the Latin fatum, meaning “fate / destiny”, and the songs often explore themes of longing, destiny, and saudade (a deep, nostalgic sorrow). In Porto, there are some truly exceptional venues where you can experience this UNESCO-listed tradition …
Whether you’re looking to hang upside down, decompress your spine, or simply add some fun to your fitness routine, aerial yoga is a beautiful way to challenge your body and calm your mind. Porto offers several great studios where you can take to the air – some focused entirely on aerial practice, others offering it …
Life as an expat in Porto can be an adventure of exploration – and what better way to ground yourself than a good yoga class? Whether you’re looking to unwind after a busy work week, connect with a welcoming community, or simply deepen your practice, here are some top‑rated yoga studios in Porto that stand …
In the mid-1500s, when Portuguese ships first reached the distant shores of Japan, two worlds met for the very first time. It was not only a meeting of merchants and missionaries, but also of ideas, inventions, and words. Through trade, faith, and curiosity, the Portuguese introduced Japan to new foods, technologies, and customs – and, …
If you’re an expat living in Porto – or just passing through – you’ll quickly notice how skate-friendly the city and its surroundings are. Whether you’re into bowls, ramps, or smooth urban plazas, Porto offers plenty of places to roll. Here are four must-visit skate spots that every skater should check out. 🛹 Casa da …
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activities While Porto doesn’t have a long-standing spa and sauna tradition like many Eastern and Northern European countries, increasing demand has brought several inviting wellness spaces to the city. Below is a curated list of the best spas and saunas in Porto - feel free to…
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places Working as a digital nomad / freelancer, or just visiting Porto for a few days and looking for a coworking space? Here is the…
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traditions Portugal transforms in Autumn (outono). The beaches get quieter, the air smells of roasted chestnuts, and locals start pulling out their casacos (coats) and…
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activities Living abroad can be challenging, especially when it comes to finding places to worship in your native language. For English-speaking Catholics and Christians in…
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cafes Matcha is a finely‑ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves, traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremony. What makes it special: the…
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activities Fado is the soul of Portuguese music - emotional, poetic, and deeply moving. The word “Fado” comes from the Latin fatum, meaning “fate /…
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activities Whether you’re looking to hang upside down, decompress your spine, or simply add some fun to your fitness routine, aerial yoga is a beautiful…
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activities Life as an expat in Porto can be an adventure of exploration - and what better way to ground yourself than a good yoga…
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language In the mid-1500s, when Portuguese ships first reached the distant shores of Japan, two worlds met for the very first time. It was not…
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activities If you’re an expat living in Porto - or just passing through - you’ll quickly notice how skate-friendly the city and its surroundings are.…
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