CABO da ROCA - SANTA CRUZ

As the sun started to rise over Sintra, we embarked on a breathtaking journey through the undulating hills towards Cabo da Roca. This westernmost cape of the Sintra Mountain Range boasts the distinction of being the furthest western point in all of Europe. Our destination for the day was the beautiful Santa Cruz.

On our way, we made a quick stop at a local Farmacia to pick up some essential Valerian root. This natural remedy helps with jet lag, which was much needed after a long flight. We then stopped for lunch at a local favorite in São João das Lampas. The restaurant served an amazing version of Bacalhau and Cuttlefish, which is a typical Portuguese dish.

After lunch, we continued toward Santa Cruz Beach Resort. We arrived just in time to take a leisurely stroll to the Lavandaria for a much-needed clothes wash. The resort's laundry room was equipped with modern machines that already had soap built in. This made the washing process a breeze- one less thing to worry about on our trip!

The day was perfect- sunny, with a temperature of around 65-70° Fahrenheit. It was a beautiful day to be outdoors and explore the awe-inspiring scenery of Portugal's Atlantic coastLæs mere