Alcázar de San Juan: The Land of Windmills and Don Quixote

Crossing the wide plains of Castilla–La Mancha, few skylines are as recognisable as that of Alcázar de San Juan. Surrounded by endless vineyards and cereal fields, the town has long been an important crossroads in central Spain, where Roman roads, medieval trade...

Our Winter Motorhome Journey Through the Algarve

The Algarve has a reputation as Portugal’s summer playground, yet after spending time exploring it by motorhome during winter, we came away convinced that this is when the region reveals its true character. Without the intense summer heat, crowded beaches and...

Good Italian Pizza in the Centre of Olhão

uring our stay in Olhão, after several meals based on Portuguese cuisine, we decided to try Peperoncini – Cucina Pizzeria Italiana, located close to the Mercado de Olhão. It turned out to be a good choice. The pizzas were well prepared, with a light dough, a crisp...

More Than the Gateway to the Ria Formosa

  Many travellers visit Olhão only to catch the ferry to the islands of the Ria Formosa, but the town deserves far more attention. Unlike many resorts in the Algarve, Olhão grew as a working fishing port rather than a tourist destination, and that character is...