Solo Travel: The Other Maia, Lisbon, Portugal

As I am leaving my hostel I cannot shake the niggle that I simply must have a photo in the … More

Solo Travel: Table for Two, Lisbon, Portugal

My first night in Lisbon I arrived at the hostel around 7pm. After settling into my room and making several … More

Solo travel can be tricky for various reasons. One would be mealtimes. Specifically the evening meal. I’ve never felt able to eat … More

I walked.I walked from Sintra train station to Pena Palace.Google maps said 29 minutes. Google maps failed to consider the fact … More

I wasn’t even sure I’d make it to Lisbon.It was only after I’d got through security at Heathrow that I … More