portugal – The Park Pilgrim

An Island Like No Other

July 7, 2022July 8, 2022

Most people hear the word Madeira and think of the fortified wine rather than its namesake volcanic island located off the coast of Africa. As my plane prepared for touchdown, I looked out the window, immediately spotting the rugged beauty of the coast – dark volcanic rock, dramatic cliffs, and a land swept by brushstrokes … Read more

Spaces & Places

Lisbon/Lisboa: Part I

July 1, 2022

Not all cities are created equal.

If you’ve traveled at all, you will note that cities are like people in that they have varying characteristics, personalities, and quirks. The culture of a city goes beyond the city planning or physical attributes such as architecture and street layout; it is closely connected to its inhabits … Read more