I’m really into “second cities” these days. Over several generations, Industrial Age powerhouses in Europe turned into what we would call the “rust belt,” while their elegant “first city” counterparts ...

I’m really into “second cities” these days. For generations, Industrial Age powerhouses in Europe turned into what we would call “the rust belt,” while their elegant “first city” counterparts enjoyed ...

Though it's the second-largest city in Portugal, Porto is still relatively small. The city covers about 16 square miles of land, with the Douro River running along its southern edge sandwiched between ...

I’m really into “second cities” these days. For generations, Industrial Age powerhouses in Europe turned into what we would call “the rust belt,” while their elegant “first city” counterparts enjoyed ...

A vibrant purple structure in the streets of Porto, the second-largest city in Portugal, is a celebration of stairs and balconies—a nod to the area’s architectural vernacular. “In Porto we have famous ...

Porto ages happily on the Douro River, along with most of the world's port wine, near where the river meets the Atlantic. Porto comes with a steady sea breeze and a seagull soundtrack. Discount ...

In the Age of Exploration, Portugal discovered the world. But ironically, it hasn’t been until recently that world started discovering this cool-AF country the size of Indiana. Even if you have been ...

For all the popularity Lisbon has amassed over the past few years as a sought-after travel destination, Porto is still overlooked. But it shouldn’t be: Portugal’s “second city” is the country’s real ...

Porto, the hub of northern Portugal, is a prime example of a national “second city.” Over several generations, many of Europe’s Industrial Age powerhouses fell into decline — not unlike America’s Rust ...