The museums in Victoria, B.C., serve as guardians of this diverse heritage, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the multifaceted story of Victoria and its surroundings. From natural history and indigenous culture to maritime adventures and artistic expressions, these institutions provide windows into the past and present of this captivating corner of the Pacific Northwest
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Shopping in Portugal: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home
Portugal’s appeal is undeniable and it is, unsurprisingly, consistently rated as one of the best places in Europe to visit and live.
But what about when you can’t visit Portugal? We like to bring home thoughtful souvenirs from travel, usually food and other consumable products, along with art for our home. We always prefer to support the local businesses when we shop, and have found street markets and local shops are a good choice for souvenir shopping.
Here are our recommendations for shopping in Portugal, souvenirs worth bringing home with you.
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On Ama Waterways Riches of the Mekong, you’ll slowly move through the heart of the Mekong in Cambodia and Vietnam.
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Whether you want and active experience or just relax and enjoy the scenery, here are some suggestions on how to enjoy wine tasting in Sonoma.
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Learn about Avalon Waterway’s new all-suite ship sailing the Douro River in Portugal in this Avalon Alegria review.;
Read MoreShopping in Marseille: Souvenirs Worth Taking Home
Here are our recommendations for shopping in Marseille, souvenirs worth bringing home with you, and patronizing local shops and artisans.
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Read this review of Windstar’s Star Breeze on a 11-day itinerary that welcomed the ship to Tahiti, where it is now permanently based.
Read MoreDecorative Portuguese Azulejos Tiles: History & Culture Significance
Wander most any street in Portugal, and you’ll see azulejos tiles, those decorative blue tiles on buildings, churches, and homes. At first glance, they seem merely decorative, but a closer look reveals artistic storytelling — a majestic sailing ship navigating the seas, a biblical scene, a marketplace depicting every day life.
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Read our review of tall ship sailing on the Royal Clipper in the Windward Islands.
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