Once content to live in the shadow of its flashier neighbor, Spain, Portugal has emerged as one of Europe's hottest destinations not just for travelers, but also retirees. Situated on the Atlantic ...

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 ...

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 ...

Edmonds-based travel writer and TV host Rick Steves understands why some Americans may hesitate to travel these days. But ...