We spent our last week in Portugal in Porto, and when in Porto, it is obligatory to visit the Douro Valley, Porto’s backyard and the holy land of port wine. Skipping it would be like going to Paris and ignoring the Eiffel tower. Illegal. Immoral. Not us.

Let’s talk about Portugal. When most people think of Portugal and alcohol, they immediately think of Porto—the city, sure, but mostly the wine. Oh yes, that sweet, velvety, makes-you-feel-fancy-and-cultured port wine. The very reason for Nico puts Portugal in his bucket list. But did you know that t...

So, we finally made it to Coimbra, the charming old city that's supposed to be overflowing with history, culture, and all that good stuff. And of course, the first thing on our list? The Joanina Library. This place has been so hyped up—I keep reading it’s one of the most beautiful libraries in the w...