São Bento Railway Station is fascinating 🤯 São Bento Railway Station is located in the historic center of Porto, making it a transportation hub and a key landmark in the city, although we totally almost missed it due to the construction works happening outside! 😂 Over the years, the station has undergone renovations and expansions to accommodate the growing transportation needs while preserving its historical charm, but I believe (from talking to locals) that the actual tiles are protected meaning that they can never be removed (and need to be replaced when they do eventually fall down.. Because, you know, tiles. 😂) 🤯 The tiles are beautiful too, and its absolutely incredible how the artist Jorge Colaço (hopefully didn't say his name too awfully!) created whole scenes to turn something very normal, in to a very special place for locals and travellers alike 🥰🙏 #citybreak #weekendaway #porto #portoalegre #portugal🇵🇹 #portugal_em_fotos #portugal_lovers #culturalheritage #instatravel #traveladdict #artsandculture #portugeseheritage #Azulejos #azulejoportugues #azulejo #sãobento

For the girlies who want to try hiking but don't know where to start 👇👇 When I first started hiking I had no idea what it actually involved. I had a pretty good level of fitness and had done multiple OCR races. I could jump and swing myself over a wall (mostly) and run 10k easy. But damn. Hiking was like starting at the beginning all over again. 🙈 There were new challenges and it somehow felt less safe than than throwing myself into mud and doing an army crawl for metres at a time 😂 One of the things I found most challenging however was the multiple wardrobe malfunctions because I didn't have a clue. I have lived in London my whole life and I'll be honest my family isn't a “lets go enjoy the outdoors” family… they're more like “what's on tv tonight” 🤭 So without proper guidance until a lot later in my journey when I absolutely needed proper clothes etc (but was still borrowing a lot of kit!) I made a tonne of mistakes. 🥴 BUT I think I've made enough mistakes now to create a little guide on WHAT to wear when hiking 💫 Ill be posting about different topics each week but feel free to ask questions, share your tips and follow along with me 🎉🎉 #hiking #girlsthathike #hikingladies #hikingadventures #hikingculture #hikingequipment #whattowearhiking #hikingoutfit #hikinglife #beginnerhiking #hikingtheglobe

Welcome to Porto 🎉 From reading about the city of Porto online, I thought this city break was going to be full of art and history, and to some extent, it was, but it was also a lot more modern and young than I expected too. It feels really vibrant and an exciting place to be right now. One thing I found so surprising was the culture around drinking. It was literally part of every single activity I took part in 😂 they give it out free as well, which is bonkers. But at least I found out that I actually do like port wine, white port wine cocktails, port wine in chocolate, and a weird beer called tango which is like 90% beer and 10% cranberry syrup 🤣 I loved diving into the history of the tiles, the music of Fado, the food and of course the wine from the Douro Valley, and would definitely return to see more of the historic centre 🥰🙏 Biscoff pancakes are also 🤤 #porto #portobridgeclimb #citybreak #city_features #portugal🇵🇹 #portugal_lovers #portugal_em_fotos #portugaltravel #portugalcity #portolovers #weekendvibes #weekendgetaway #solotravel #travelmore

3 Solo Travel Safety Hacks to Make Your Journey Stress-Free 👇👇👇 1. Research your destination! 🧐 Find out about the local laws and customs of the country you're going to, as well as any specific safety concerns other travellers have expressed. Check the travel advisories issued by your country’s government, and research transportation options, including public transportation and taxi services so you can pre-load them on your phone before you leave. If necessary pre-book transport. 2. Plan your itinerary, and let someone at home know what you're up to! 📱 Plan out your activities, taking into account the distance and time required to reach each location, and let someone you trust know what you're up to, especially if it's considered a ‘dangerous’ activity. I'll also throw in, avoid travelling to unfamiliar or remote areas alone at night. Instead, opt for well-known and well-lit spots or areas recommended by trusted sources. 3. Pack strategically 🎒 Start with a well-organised and secure travel bag or backpack that has sturdy locks or zippers. Invest in a reliable luggage lock to secure your belongings during transit or when leaving them in your accommodation. Additionally, bring a basic first aid kit with essential medications, bandages, and any necessary prescriptions. It’s always better to be prepared for minor injuries or illnesses. One thing I always keep handy is sterile wipes, Ibuprofen, 4Head and plasters. #solotravel #solotravels #staysafe #citybreaks #femaletravel #solotraveltips #travelsafetytips #solotraveller #safety_first #safetytips

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