Portugal

  The first thing my teen girls tell me as we start exploring Lisbon is how much it is like San Francisco! The parallels are striking. There’s a bright orange suspension bridge, street cars and hills to traverse. But most of all there is a vibrant youthful feeling. They’ve fallen …

  There’s something special about waking up in the heart of a vibrant city. To be able to walk out your door into the energy of one of Lisbon’s most chic areas is a memorable experience. And when the hotel focuses on family, it’s even better. Martinhal Lisbon Chiado Family …

  I’m sitting in the garden of our villa, sipping the cappuccino I just made. It’s still piping hot, which is amazing because for the past 14 years my coffee is usually cold by the time I get to it. The girls are keeping themselves busy reading the hotel’s daily …