Travel Blog

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Welcome to the Two Guys Abroad travel blog.

We have been traveling the world for seventeen years and would like to share our experiences with you. Read our editorials, view images and video clips and share in our adventures.

  • Figueira da Foz: Portugal’s Coastal Secret Worth Discovering

    Looking for the best things to do in Figueira da Foz, Portugal? This seaside town, known as the Queen of the Beaches, is famous for its golden sands, surfing at Cabedelo Beach, and Casino Figueira—the first in Europe. Visitors can stroll the wide Praia da Claridade, explore the bustling Mercado Engenheiro Silva, or enjoy fresh seafood like grilled sardines and arroz de marisco. Figueira da Foz also comes alive with festivals, from vibrant Carnival parades to the RFM Somnii beach music festival. Beyond the town, it’s the perfect base for day trips to Nazaré (giant waves), Coimbra (historic university), and Aveiro (the “Venice of Portugal”). Whether you’re here for the surf, culture, food, or relaxed coastal vibe, Figueira da Foz offers the ideal mix of sun, sea, and Portuguese charm—without the big-city crowds.

  • A Netherlands Tulip Guide

    The Netherlands in spring is a magical place to be! Flying into Schipol airport make sure you have a window seat to marvel over the fields and fields of tulips in bloom. Having been to the Netherlands before, we missed that small window of opportunity to see the tulips. Here are some of the best places…

  • Top European Christmas Markets

    Tis the season of joy, warmth, and festive enchantment. As the Halloween paraphernalia comes off the shelves, it is replaced with cheap, tacky plastic Christmas tree decorations. Escape the mad commercial silly season and join us in celebrating the heart-warming traditions of European Christmas markets. It’s nothing short of a winter wonderland with it’s twinkling…

  • Montenegro

    The undiscovered jewel of the Adriatic, which most have never heard of or even know where it is. Here’s our story of how we went from hearing about Montenegro, to buying an apartment six weeks later, to eventually immigrating there for two years! For a long time we had been looking for a second country…

  • Mozambique Beach Vacation

    Mozambique is a beautiful country located in south-eastern Africa, bordered by Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, South Africa, and the Indian Ocean. The country is best known for its stunning beaches, rich culture, and unique cuisine. It is a popular tourist attraction that offers a wide range of activities and experiences for visitors to enjoy….