Posts By Miriam Thaler
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222Lifestyle & CultureMiriam Thaler: My brief guide to Carnival 2025 in Lisbon and around the region
(Editor’s note: We found the festivals spelled both as “carnival” and “carnaval.” We’re going with the former unless the latter is actually...
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Into the wild: A quick nature escape near Lisbon
Sometimes I feel it … the call of the wild! Another city stroll or walk on the beach just won’t cut it...
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Giant waves of Nazaré (updated): Portugal’s most impressive natural spectacle draws big crowds including ‘crazy-ass surfers’
(Editor’s note: It’s Big Wave season right now through March in Nazaré, Portugal. See more details at the end of this post.)...
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Miriam Thaler: Lisbon is your gateway to some of the best surfing in Portugal
(Editor’s note: With its location on the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal is one of places in Europe with waves big enough for surfing....
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Mariam Thaler: My practical guide to Santos Populares, an entire month of partying in Lisbon
(Editor’s note: The Festival of Santo Antonio (also known as Festas dos Santos Populares or Popular Saints’ Festival), takes place every year in Lisbon...
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Miriam Thaler: My guide through Cambridge for all the witches and wizards
A few weeks ago, I first set foot in Cambridge and ever since, I have been constantly wondering whether during my travels...
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The artsy, the authentic and the magical: Three offbeat rooftop bars in Lisbon you’ll never find with Google
Lisbon is famous for its pleasant weather and its breathtaking views – perfect conditions for enjoying a drink or two during sunset...
