Gerês National Park

Portugal’s Natural Playground

by KristinActive Adventures, Nature, Portugal, TravelPosted on Comments are Disabled

Perched at the top of Portugal, two hours north of Porto, is Gerês National Park.  Most travelers visiting Portugal spend time in the capital city of Lisbon or sunbathing on the sandy beaches of the Algarve, but those who venture further afield can soak in the resplendent natural beauty of Gerês, Portugal’s only national park.  The …

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Biking through Rome

Traveling on Two Wheels

by KristinActive Adventures, Food & Wine, France, Gardens, Nature, Portugal, TravelPosted on Comments are Disabled

I love a good bike ride.  It’s what I do when I’m feeling stressed or anxious or if I am just in need of a little fresh air. There is something so utterly visceral about exploring an unfamiliar area, especially on a bike. It heightens your senses, deepens your awareness and of course it offers …

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