This is my Lisbon photo diary, with 30 of my favorite images from a 3 day trip spent exploring the Portuguese capital’s historic alleyways, authentic Portuguese life, and stunning vistas that the city has to offer.
I very first time I laid eyes on Lisbon, I was in love. After 5 visits to the Portuguese capital, I can say that the love is still as strong as it was during my first visit.
Why do I love it so much?
How would I describe it? It has the relax atmosphere of the Mediterranean without feeling sleepy; it is historical without feeling stuffy, everything is a little bit hipster, it’s young, and it doesn’t pretend to be something that it’s not. I’ve read how some people found it “dirty” because it had graffitis on buildings and trams, but I couldn’t disagree more. That’s part of the Lisbon charm, that’s part of what makes it unique and beautiful.
Lisbon is also not what you think of when you think “European capital”. It is not as grandiose as Paris or Rome; it does not have an Eiffel Tower or a Coliseum. Despite being the second oldest capital in Europe (after Athens), Lisbon does not seem old. And there is a reason for that: it had to be rebuilt almost completely after the 1755 earthquake. It that sense, the Lisbon you see today is relatively young compared to it’s European counterparts.
Lisbon also often feels many small towns rather than one large capital city. Each one of it’s neighbourhood has a character of it’s own and each deserves to be explored!
Keep Reading // 11 Amazing Things to do in Lisbon
I visited in late October, when the pace was slower and the friendly chatter of neighbours filled streets. Lisbon is never really quiet, but the Fall brings a sense of peacefulness that is harder to find in the summer months.
This is my Lisbon photo diary; full of my favourite photos to inspire your own adventures to Lisbon soon too.
30 LISBON PHOTOS THAT WILL INSPIRE YOU TO VISIT
READ THESE POSTS BEFORE VISITING LISBON!
LISBON GUIDES | 14 Things to Know Before Visiting Lisbon; 11 Amazing Things to do In Lisbon; How to make the best of your visit to Belém; 1 day, 3 castles: How to make the best of your day in Sintra; 5 tips for riding Tram 28 in Lisbon; Where to Stay in Lisbon?
THE REST OF PORTUGAL | 11 amazing things to do in Porto; 9 amazing things to do in Lagos
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Want to touch the southernmost point of mainland Canada? 👇🇨🇦
Then Point Pelee National Park needs to be on your summer list.
From epic sunsets and peaceful marsh boardwalks to migrating birds and butterflies, this park packs a lot into a small space.
In this quick guide:
📍 What to do
🗓️ Best time to visit
⛺ How to camp (hint: it involves oTENTiks)
🦋 And a few cool facts to impress your road trip buddy
Save this for later & tag someone who’d love to stand at the tip of Canada with you 🌊
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#PointPeleeNationalPark #ExploreCanada #TravelOntario #ParksCanada #BucketListTrip #OntarioRoadTrip #NatureEscape #BirdingSeason #WanderOntario
Did you know Peterborough & the Trent-Severn Waterway made the New York Times list of 52 Places to Visit in 2025?
After a weekend exploring the area… I get it. Here’s what makes it one of Ontario’s best summer road trips ⬇️
🌿 Walk with alpacas at a local farm
🚤 Cruise through the world’s highest hydraulic lift lock
🍷 Sip sangria + eat wood-fired pizza at a vineyard
🛶 Visit the brand-new Canadian Canoe Museum
🌄 Hike through caves & forests at Warsaw Caves Conservation Area
🥧 Taste-test butter tarts in Hastings, Campbellford & Lakeside
The perfect Ontario getaway: nature, small towns, good food, and local gems everywhere you turn.
📍 Save this for your next summer road trip!
And tell me below — which stop are you adding to your bucket list?
🇫🇷 Saviez-vous que Peterborough et la voie navigable Trent-Severn figurent sur la liste des 52 destinations à visiter en 2025 selon le New York Times ?
Après un week-end à explorer la région… je comprends tellement pourquoi. Voici pourquoi c’est un road trip incontournable en Ontario cet été ⬇️
🌿 Marcher avec des alpagas dans une ferme locale
🚤 Naviguer sur la plus haute écluse hydraulique au monde
🍷 Boire de la sangria et déguster une pizza au feu de bois dans un vignoble
🛶 Visiter le Musée canadien du canot
🌄 Explorer les sentiers et les grottes du parc Warsaw Caves
🥧 Et bien sûr, faire le plein de tartes au beurre dans les charmants villages de Hastings, Campbellford et Lakeside
Le combo parfait : nature, petites villes, bouffe locale et histoire à chaque détour.
📍 Sauve ce guide pour ton prochain road trip d’été en Ontario !
Et dis-moi en commentaire : quelle activité te tente le plus ?
#discoveron
@ontariotravel and @kawarthas_northumberland
#PeterboroughOntario #TrentSevernWaterway #OntarioRoadTrip #ExploreOntario #SummerInOntario #HiddenGemsOntario #CanadianTravel
These Ontario spots understood the assignment… Saunas in the forest, hot tubs with a view, outdoor soaks under the stars, we’ve got it all!
Here are 6 places where the spa setup is reason enough to book the trip:
1. Aux Box (Huntsville)
2. The Baltic by Fort Tree House Co. (Minden)
3. Back Forty Glamping (Meaford)
4. Anupaya (Deep River)
5. Tiny Stays (Prince Edward County)
6. The June Motel (Beaver Valley)
Tag someone who owes you a spa weekend 💆♀️
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#OntarioStays #GlampingOntario #WeekendGetaway #SaunaVibes #HotTubGoals #OntarioSpas #TinyCabins #TravelOntario
I’m on a mission to put Belleville on the map for your Ontario summer adventures 🌞
This is way more than just a drive-by on the 401. Think: charming town vibes, scenic hikes, amazing food (I’m still dreaming about those perogies), and… turtles. 🐢
✨Here’s what I did (don’t forget to save the reel for the full breakdown!):
📍Explored downtown + coffee at Benji’s
🐢 Turtle Pond sanctuary
🥟 Lunch at Kafana (get the perogies!)
🌲 Hiked up Sager Tower (located in Quinte West just a short drive away)
🌮 Dinner at Pop-Ups on the Bay
🍓 Smoothies, wildlife, breweries & more on Day 2
🏖 Bonus: Presqu’ile for a beach day just 35 minutes away.
For this visit, I stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Belleville, perfectly located for all your Bay of Quinte adventures. 👌
Save this for your next summer roadtrip & tag someone who needs a mini escape!
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*made in partnership with Bay of Quinte Tourism*
#VisitBelleville #BayofQuinte #OntarioGetaways #HiddenGemsOntario #ExploreOntario #WeekendTripIdeas #MsurlarouteAdventures
Everyone visits Banff, but just an hour away, there’s also this. 👀
Grassi Lake in Kananaskis might just be one of the most underrated hikes in Alberta.
It’s short, it’s scenic, and the turquoise water? Totally unreal.
💦 Take the interpretive trail for waterfalls and forest views
⛰️ End at a lake so vibrant it looks photoshopped
So if you’re heading to the Rockies this summer, don’t sleep on Kananaskis.
Some of the best views are just off the radar.
💬 Been to Kananaskis or still on your list?
💾 Save this if you’re planning an Alberta trip!
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#GrassiLake #KananaskisCountry #AlbertaRoadTrip #HiddenGemsAlberta #ExploreKananaskis #HikingAlberta #BanffVsKananaskis #CanadianRockies #SummerInAlberta
