Our Portugal Journey

The Space Between the Days

Every year, the space between Christmas, New Year’s, and my birthday carries a familiar heaviness, raising questions about leaving, belonging, and the…

Jan 15 • Carol A. Wilcox

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December 2025

Christmas in Portugal and Around the World: A Community Photo Journey

A reader-curated celebration of the season, captured by Our Portugal Journey friends, followers, and fellow travelers.

Dec 18, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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How Looking for a Wine Bar May Have Saved Our Lives

A simple detour to find a little wine bar in the Algarve may have saved our lives. We were driving between Porches and Silves during Storm Claudia when…

Dec 4, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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Photo Call: Christmas in Portugal And Around the World

Final days to submit your photo for our community holiday video.

Dec 2, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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November 2025

Journey Episode 6 - A Birthday & The Beatles

Out & About with Carol and Paul - A slice of life, a sip of wine, and a step into our journey.

Nov 27, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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A Special Black Friday/Cyber Monday Thank-You (and a Gift That Gives Back)

Your support keeps this publication independent while helping to feed people in need.

Nov 25, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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Saving the Iberian Lynx in Portugal: A Wildlife Recovery Story

Habitat, Diet, Threats, and Conservation Efforts Behind Portugal’s Endangered Native Cat.

Nov 20, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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Christmas in Portugal — And Around the World

A community photo project celebrating the season, near and far. Learn how to participate and submit your photo by December 8, 2025.

Nov 13, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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Casa do Visconde de Chanceleiros: A Classic Portuguese Douro Manor Above Pinhão

Discover Casa do Visconde de Chanceleiros, a restored 18th-century manor in the terraced hills above Pinhão offering warm hospitality, vineyard views…

Nov 6, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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October 2025

Out & About with Carol and Paul - Journey Episode 5 - Classic Cars & Classic Cities-October 2025

A slice of life, a sip of wine, and a step into our journey.

Oct 30, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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The Historic Douro Train: A Journey Through Time in Portugal’s Wine Valley

Ride through Portugal’s UNESCO-listed Douro Valley aboard the Historic Douro Train. This vintage railway journey from Régua to Tua offers panoramic…

Oct 16, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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Out & About with Carol and Paul - Journey Episode 4 - Douro Valley Boats & Trains- September 2025

A slice of life, a sip of wine, and a step into our journey.

Oct 2, 2025 • Carol A. Wilcox

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