Lucy Bryson

Lisbon

Freelance Writer at Penguin Random House

Writer at Fodor's Travel

Articles

Explore seven Brazil highlights with LATAM Airlines

Aug 31, 2024 | wanderlustmagazine.com | Laura Field |Lucy Bryson

Brazil•Promoted Journeys Get to know the most biodiverse nation in the world with a comfortable and efficient helping hand from LATAM Airlines Lucy Bryson 01 September 2024 Link copied! Promoted by Promoted Brazil captivates with its unmatched beauty and incredible diversity, offering travellers an astonishing array of experiences from exploring the Amazon rainforest to relaxing on some of the world’s most famous beaches.
See a different side to Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo

Aug 14, 2024 | wanderlustmagazine.com | Lucy Bryson

Separated by a distance of 370km, Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo offer urban experiences that are worlds apart. Rio, bathed in tropical sunshine on the Atlantic coast, enchants with its world-famous beaches, samba rhythms, and the stunning backdrop of Tijuca National Park. Inland, São Paulo shines as Brazil’s cultural epicentre, home to world-class museums, galleries and restaurants.
The ultimate guide to Bonito, Brazil

Aug 13, 2024 | wanderlustmagazine.com | Lucy Bryson

Bonito, meaning 'beautiful' in Portuguese, certainly lives up to its name. Located in Brazil's under-explored southwestern state of Mato Grosso do Sul, this former cattle ranching region has been quietly transforming into an ecotourism haven since the 1970s. A snorkellers’ dream, Bonito is famous for crystal-clear rivers where colourful fish dart below the surface, and for vast underwater caverns ripe for exploration.
10 romantic escapes around Portugal

Feb 24, 2024 | ejtraveller.ink-global.com | Tristan Parker |Lucy Bryson

From secret, city centre palaces to secluded beach stays and boutique mountain hideaways, Portugal offers plenty of opportunity for under-the-radar escapes. And while these dreamy destinations make for perfect romantic retreats, they’re equally suited to solo travellers, families and groups of friends looking to explore hidden corners of this compact country.
7 spectacular drinking and dining experiences in Lisbon

Jan 31, 2024 | aluxurytravelblog.com | Lucy Bryson

Looking for the ultimate date night in the Portuguese capital? These gorgeous spots really have the wow factor. Bathed in sunshine, packed with tile-clad buildings, and with the river Tagus sparkling beneath its seven hills, Lisbon is one of Europe’s most dazzling cities. And with a drinking and dining scene that takes in everything from leafy rooftop bar-restaurants to snug speakeasies and a clutch of Michelin-starred restaurants, it’s a major draw for foodies and pleasure seekers.
10 romantic escapes around Portugal

Jan 31, 2024 | traveller.easyjet.com | Lucy Bryson

From secret, city centre palaces to secluded beach stays and boutique mountain hideaways, Portugal offers plenty of opportunity for under-the-radar escapes. And while these dreamy destinations make for perfect romantic retreats, they’re equally suited to solo travellers, families and groups of friends looking to explore hidden corners of this compact country.
Five Spectacular Destinations for Wine Lovers in Portugal

Jan 29, 2024 | beaumondetraveler.com | Lucy Bryson

By Lucy Bryson Copy link to share with friends When it comes to enotourism, many wine enthusiasts overlook Portugal in favour of world-renowned regions like Bordeaux, Tuscany, and the Napa Valley. But while this compact coastal nation still flies under the radar of many a connoisseur, Portugal is very much emerging as a major star on the world’s viticultural stage, and its 14 wine regions occupy some of Europe’s most beautiful, and diverse, terroir. As the world’s oldest demarcated wine...
Lisbon's cosiest cocktail bars for when the temperature drops

Nov 11, 2023 | traveller.easyjet.com | Lucy Bryson

Whether you want to sip artful creations in speakeasy dens, retreat under blankets to watch the sunset with a cockle-warming concoction or enjoy drinks alongside furry canine friends, Lisbon has you covered. Yes, winter here is mild, but things do still get chilly after dark, so read on for our pick of where to head to stay hot when the weather turns. Imprensa A snug space with an unpretentious attitude, Imprensa warmly embraces cocktail-lovers of all stripes.
Stargazing and year-round snowsports at Portugal's secret ski resort

Oct 25, 2023 | traveller.easyjet.com | Lucy Bryson

It’s no secret that Portugal has some serious credentials when it comes to premium beach holidays and super-cool city breaks. After all, this famously sunny and coastally-blessed country is home to a seemingly endless supply of golden sands, as well as the considerable cosmopolitan charms of Lisbon and Porto. But few people realise that, away from the beaches and the big cities, another Portugal exists.
Best 10-Day Itinerary to Explore Portugal, According to a Local

Jan 22, 2023 | timeout.com | Lucy Bryson

Porto is one of Europe’s most photogenic cities, and its modern international airport is a quick metro ride away from the city centre, making it a great place to start your trip. Get your bearingsThe best way to get to know Porto is on foot.