An English summer tradition: the BBQ
A nice British surprise and a national obsession – outdoor BBQs. Find how how I brought a bit of Portugal to the table.
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So hard to leave San Diego, California
Our love affair with San Diego continued this summer, when we decided we just “had” to go back. There is something about this place – the very laid-back, yet elegant atmosphere, the southern California accent and the amazing food, of course.
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Is cruising for me? My honest opinion
As you may know, I have been invited to go on a cruise recently, which was a bit of a surprise, as I always said that I would never go on one. Never, ever, ever. But I did. Did I like it? Will Mrs. O go cruising again? What did I really think about the experience? Here is my honest opinion.
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Wine, sun and lux in Alentejo, Portugal
Alentejo is one of my favourite places in the world. It is not overdeveloped (on the contrary), it is quiet, hot, the food and wine are amazing, and the pace of life slow slow slow – perfect to wind down and start a week. Or stay there forever.
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Summer cocktails, anyone? Mojitos and Sangria onboard
It is summer (my favourite season of the year) and with it, that uncontrollable urge to enjoy watching each sunset with a glass in hand. Does this happen to you too? I love summer, I love cocktails…
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My secret place: Fazenda Nova, Algarve
It doesn’t matter how many trips I have booked or intend to book each year, one is absolutely non-negotiable (or even sacred!) – and that is my week in the south of Portugal, which includes at least a day in the Alentejo, and the rest of the week in the Algarve. This year, I was in for a treat.
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Shopping in Rome and boarding my first cruise
Mrs. O went on her first cruise on board the MSC Splendida. On the first day, she went shopping in Rome, Italy – was it fun?
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A Perfect Weekend in Boston
Being on twitter as a blogger allowed me not only to actually start this blog, but also to meet some amazing people from all over the world, with whom I…
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24 hours in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Going to São Paulo has never been on my bucket list, per se, but I have always been curious about this massive city. On a recent trip to Rio de Janeiro, I decided to take a little detour and spend 24 hours in São Paulo. And delighted to have done so.
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