Not everyone’s dream of an overseas retirement features palm trees and beaches. Some retirees prefer the fresh air, cool weather and stunning vistas only mountain and highland towns can provide.

Sitting just outside of Lisbon, on Portugal’s coast, is the stunning resort town of Sintra, a place where history, culture and natural beauty combine to create a haven for sun-seeking travellers.

000ha of Portugal. Several people had died. Sintra was not directly under threat, but the dry conditions meant any spark could ignite the Unesco-listed town. The fate of my castle-hopping getaway ...

From the Portuguese Capital, Lisbon to the sunny cliffs of the Algarve and Portuguese Riviera, venture along Portugal’s stunning ... architecture and “red” castle. Encounter picturesque ...

We’re raiding the sun-bathed organic garden of Quinta do Pisão, a 380-hectare nature reserve with resident horses in Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, in preparation for an alfresco pizza-making ...

On March 13, 2025, Portugal's Defense Minister Nuno Melo ruled out replacing its aging fleet of F-16 fighter jets with F-35 Lightning fighter jets, citing concerns about the United States ...

With more than 10,000 castles across the contient, there's plenty to choose from, whether you prefer taking history with a mountain view or staying close to the city, there's no shortage of options.

And you can always reach us at tmagazine@nytimes.com. Stay Here By Gisela Williams Set in a natural park within Portugal’s Algarve region, the farmhouse hotel Quinta do Pinheiro is a 10-minute ...