Here's Why You Should Book a Flight to Portugal ASAP

One of the many wonderful things about a holiday in Portugal is the variety of accommodations at amazing prices. One of the reasons that Airbnb is so popular is that apartment living aids in a full cultural immersion while traveling. I like to feel like a well-off Portuguese 18th century merchant's wife, so naturally I stayed at Mercador Luxury Apartments (once a ducal palace, the Palácio do Mercador, dating back from 1565) for part of my trip to Lisbon. For around $125 per night you can stay in a suite with a kitchenette included.