New Lisbon Restaurant and Dining Hall Discoveries

Lisbon is exploding with exciting restaurants helmed by chefs who riff on Portuguese tradition without being bound by it.

Lisbon’s New Heritage Hotels

Despite the increase in tourism, the distinctive character of Lisbon remains strong. Amid the historic neighborhoods, we discovered several new hotels.

Where the Wine Flows in Alfama: A Rustic Surprise

With 150 Portuguese wines and a friendly, knowledgeable host, the rustic Winebar do Castelo, in the Alfama, proved quite the surprise.

Fado: The Music of Lisbon

Fado is Portugal's great contribution to music. While in Lisbon, we tried two contrasting but equally memorable venues.

Shopping for Azulejos in Lisbon

Numerous stores in Lisbon sell azulejos, both hand-painted and factory-made. Here is a selection of the best places to purchase the tiles.

The Scenic Miradouros of Lisbon

Lisbon's many hills have allowed the city to create numerous miradouros, or viewpoints, around its center, which offer stupendous vistas.

Wine Tasting in Carcavelos, Portugal

One of Portugal's most exciting wineries, Villa Oeiras, is close to Lisbon, and Mr. Harper highly recommends a private tour.

A Piece of Portugal for Yourself: Shopping in Lisbon

Portugal's capital has more than its fair share of independent jewel-box shops set in beautiful historic buildings. These are my favorite things to bring home.

16 Must-See Sights in Lisbon

Lisbon has a wealth of attractions, so it's important to be strategic. Here are some hints on how to get the most out of the city's points of interest.

A Rural Retreat in the Setúbal Wine Country

Wine lovers should consider a visit to the Setubal Peninsula, home to several wineries, gently rolling vineyards and a dramatic coastline.

Top Setúbal Wineries

One of the loveliest wine regions in Portugal is Setubal, less than an hour south of central Lisbon.

Palm Springs' New Boutique Hotel

In Palm Springs, we stayed at L'Horizon Resort & Spa, a boutique hotel encompassing a residence and 24 individual bungalows, plus an alfresco restaurant.

Another Storied Palm Springs Hideaway: The Willows Inn

The Willows Historic Palm Springs Inn is a Mediterranean villa of just eight rooms. It has an atmosphere of gracious tranquility and is close to downtown.

Palm Springs' New Restaurant Scene

SO.PA and Workshop Kitchen + Bar ushered in a new food era in Palm Springs, and with the addition of other restaurants, the dining scene is now adventurous.

Last Word: The Conservation of Kenya's Cheetah

Conservation news out of Kenya is worrisome, but the Cheetah Conservation Fund in Namibia has helped increase the population by more than a third.

Letter From the Editor: April 2017

It is a delight to stroll through the neighborhoods of Lisbon's historic center. This fall, I stayed in a number of smart new heritage hotels there.

Coastal Day Trip From Lisbon: Castles, Beaches, Wine and Art

Residents of Lisbon escape to the Setúbal Peninsula, where there are notable wineries, beautiful beaches and medieval castles to tour.