Portugal Travel

In Lisbon in 1904, a young man named Tomás discovers an old journal. It hints at the existence of an extraordinary artifact that - if he can find it - would redefine history. Traveling in one of Europe's earliest automobiles, he sets out in search of this strange treasure. Thirty-five years later, a Portuguese pathologist devoted to the murder mysteries of Agatha Christie finds himself at the center of a mystery of his own and drawn into the consequences of Tomás' quest.

Richard Sharpe returns to the battlefields of the Iberian Peninsula, where he and his men bravely fight the French invasion into Portugal in 1809. The world-renowned Sharpe series is now available with gorgeous packaging for a new generation of readers and listeners. A few years after Richard Sharpe’s heroic exploits on the battlefields of Trafalgar, Sharpe finds himself once again in Portugal, fighting the savage armies of Napoleon Bonaparte, as they try to bring the whole of the Iberian Peninsula under their control.

Seeking to relocate abroad? Are you considering the sun-kissed lands of Iberia: Spain and Portugal? You definitely should ... as both countries offer a high quality of life and a lower cost of living. While Spain and Portugal share much in common, they also are very different. Here's a concise examination of the similarities and differences between the two in terms of what really matters to relocation: culture, language, places of interest, cost of living, etc. This book is the perfect place to begin your expat or immigrant journey and help you choose whether Spain -- or Portugal -- is for ...

Another captivating journey from best selling travel writer, David Gardner. Join David and his wife Wendy as they take on the wonders of Portugal in all its glory. Its history, culture, natural beauty, and myriad idiosyncrasies are brought to life with feeling and humour as this couple travels through the heart of an inspiring country. Explore the beauty of Porto, the evocative Douro Valley, the frenetic energy and charm of Lisbon, and the history of Tomar and its Knights Templar. Then journey on to the grand city of Coimbra, the Medieval town of Obidos and the regal splendour of Sintra. It...

Follow Steve and Sandra's lives as they embark on new adventures, discovering the vibrant culture of Malaysia before encountering some weird and wonderful flora and fauna in Australia. There is heartbreak as all the horses are re-homed and joy at the arrival of the 'Big Red Love Bus', a camper van that enables them to take to the open road, exploring Portugal and Spain's spectacular coastline. They enjoy the hospitality of friends in France, and catch up with family and friends in Britain before flying to the exotice Islands of Cape Verde. 'Beyond Paradise' is the third book in the series ...

Truth be told, Portugal is being oversold. "The sales gimmick of Portugal having the best beaches in Europe, the warm weather, low cost of living, and hospitable people was charming and very appealing. However, as reality set in, I discovered a different picture--more of a western country being operated as a third world country, or an eastern bloc bureaucratic central system," said one critic.

William Waters grew up in a house silenced by tragedy, where his parents could hardly bear to look at him, much less love him—so when he meets the spirited and ambitious Julia Padavano in his freshman year of college, it’s as if the world has lit up around him. With Julia comes her family, as she and her three sisters are inseparable: Sylvie, the family’s dreamer, is happiest with her nose in a book; Cecelia is a free-spirited artist; and Emeline patiently takes care of them all.

Ariel Price wakes up in Lisbon, alone. Her husband is gone—no warning, no note, not answering his phone. Something is wrong. She starts with hotel security, then the police, then the American embassy, at each confronting questions she can’t fully answer: What exactly is John doing in Lisbon? Why would he drag her along on his business trip? Who would want to harm him? And why does Ariel know so little about her new—much younger—husband?

If you're traveling to a Portuguese-speaking country but don't know how to express yourself in their language, now you can get an organized collection of all the phrases you need to make your trip to Portugal or Brazil an amazing experience.

If you want to learn the Portuguese language without any previous knowledge, then pay attention...Are you: Quite busy and in need of a precise, but thorough, resource to learn Portuguese? Traveling to or working in a Portuguese-speaking country? This audiobook is divided into three parts: The very basics, grammar, and conversation. You’ll also find many fun quizzes throughout the audiobook that will allow you to practice your skills.

You'll laugh ... you'll cry ... you'll nod in agreement with these 50 statements about Portugal you won't find in any guidebook!

Are you fascinated by the allure of Portuguese wine but unsure of where to begin your journey? Do you crave wines with character, steering away from the ordinary "soft drink approach" found in international markets? Planning a trip to Portugal and eager to uncover the country's finest wine trails? If your answer is a resounding "yes" to any of these questions, then look no further - this book is tailored for you! Introducing the Easy Wine Guide Portugal - Your Ultimate Companion to Unraveling the Richness of Portuguese Wine Culture! At Easy Wine Guide, we aim to break free from common wine ...

Greater Than a Tourist - Funchal Madeira Island Portugal offers the inside scoop on Funchal. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. That's alright, but this book gives you travel tips from someone who has lived at your destination. This book gives you knowledge you may not find in other smaller print travel books. Experience cultural, culinary delights, and attractions with the guidance of a Local. Slow down and get to know the people with this guide. After listening to this book, you will be ready to discover new activities at your next travel destination.

A faraway country. A desperate investigator. And a priceless missing tile. After months of unemployment, Ainsley Walker is wondering if her career as a gemstone detective will ever take off. When suddenly… A handsome importer asks her to travel to Portugal—the gorgeous but overlooked jewel of Western Europe—to search for a stolen tile with a priceless sapphire baked into it. She’s broke. This is her way out. It’s another fast-paced adventure. Soon Ainsley is racing across the country— —from thieves’ fairs to antique trams— —from the dark spirits of Roman ruins to the ...

In this audiobook, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay in Lisbon, Portugal. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other travel books. Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and culture. By the time you finis listening to this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.

The vocabulary words you'll find in Learn Brazilian Portuguese - Word Power 101 were hand selected by our Brazilian Portuguese language teachers as the top 101 most frequently used words in the Brazilian Portuguese language. Hear the word to master the pronunciation. Then you'll see how the word is actually used in everyday speech with sample sentences and phrases. Learning Brazilian Portuguese vocabulary has never been easier!

Stephen Masters and his team are called upon by their "bosses" in the ultra secret Council organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. to help the Portuguese government stop a sinister plot to keep the country from signing an agreement to join the European Central Banking Community. This signing is a prelude to full membership in the European Economic Community now known as The European Union. Portugal is only a few years away from its past rule by a Dictator and just gaining poise as a democracy and need the help of Masters and his Team from the Council. A coalition of former Nazis, ...

Another Slice of Paradise is my second book portraying life on our rustic riverside farm in the Portuguese mountains. Join us as we start offering riding holidays and begin to realise the traumas involved in trying to accomodate guests with a variety of different riding levels and dietary expectations! I promise that you will meet some very colourful characters! Our amazing horses, dogs, cats, ducks and chickens entwine themselves into our story, and our bemused Portuguese neighbours continue to try to educate us into the ways of local village life as we aim to become more self sufficient. ...

Obra literária obrigatória para os vestibulares UEL 2025 e UFSC 2025. Um texto épico e lírico, realista e mágico que revela, para além de sua trama, um poderoso elemento de insubordinação social. Nas profundezas do sertão baiano, as irmãs Bibiana e Belonísia encontram uma velha e misteriosa faca na mala guardada sob a cama da avó. Ocorre então um acidente. E para sempre suas vidas estarão ligadas — a ponto de uma precisar ser a voz da outra. Numa trama conduzida com maestria e com uma prosa melodiosa, o romance conta uma história de vida e morte, de combate e redenção.

It’s been well over six years now since we relocated to Portugal from the USA, time enough to evaluate our life and experiences here. Overall, we do love Portugal—for what it is, not for what it’s not. Too many people focus on the reasons why they’re leaving their homelands, rather than why they’ve chosen to live in another country. Some people are thrilled to acculturate and absorb Portuguese culture; others, however, are unable to adapt to the ways of their adopted country, and shuttle back and forth as foster children… ultimately deciding that Portugal isn’t for them. ...