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Portuguese hospitality just earned international recognition as Porto topped a major travel ranking for Europe's most welcoming city, with Lisbon claiming second place. The awards celebrate cities where locals go out of their way to help visitors feel at home.
A free app is helping travelers discover more than 130 secret freshwater swimming spots across Portugal's mountains and forests. Half the profits will fund river restoration projects to protect these natural treasures.
Leonard the border collie celebrated his eighth birthday in Portugal by showing off his book-balancing skills at a bookstore that's been open since 1732. The four-time world record holder delighted staff and shoppers at Bertrand in Lisbon during his first trip abroad.
Guimarães, Portugal earned the 2026 European Green Capital title after adding nearly 240 acres of parks and forests in just 11 years. The northern Portuguese city is celebrating with a year of green festivals and a new map highlighting its nature trails.
