Portugal

We picked up our rental car south of Seville (Spain) and headed for Southern Portugal, where we spent a few days enjoying the beauty and relaxed pace of the Algarve coast. We found solice in Tavera, Sagres and Salema - a few small towns free from the blocky hotels and neon signs which dominate Portugal's otherwise gorgeouse coastline. After a few days exploring the beaches, we headed north to Lisbon where we spent much of our time perched above the city in the Castle of São Jorge. Just north of Lisbon, the beautiful town of Sintra proved to be a highlight, especially the elaborate grounds of the Quinta de Regalia. After Sintra, we pushed west where we enjoyed the walled city of Evora and the hilltop village of Monsaraz, which proved excellent finishes to our Portuagal experience.

Below are some photos of the Algarve Coast, Lisbon, Sintra, and the eerie bone chapel of Evora (yes, those are real bones).