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Alexandra Figueiredo is a journalist and communication consultant with a postgraduation in Psychological Assessment. She's specialized in health journalism and in medical and scientific consultancy. Worked as a radio newscaster and was journalist at SIC Notícias, Expresso, and in two RTP programs, between others. Also coordinated a health program for RTP TV channel. She won several poetry contests, having published poems. She was director of a solidarity association chaired by the former Minister of Health Ana Jorge and was press advisor for the former President of the Portuguese Republic, Dr. Jorge Sampaio, during his time as Ambassador of Tuberculosis in the World. You can follow Alexandra on Instagram.

6 June 2023

Discover the world’s strangest islands

Secret societies, supernatural activity, hidden paradises, cats, rabbits and crabs by the thousands, we have everything in this unusual route. Discover the strangest islands in the […]
31 May 2023

Meet the Canadian who sailed alone around the world without a GPS

If there is anyone who knows the meaning of complete isolation it’s the Canadian sailor Bert ter Hart. He became the eighth person in the world […]
18 May 2023

The world’s greatest driving roads

Going on a road trip can either be the adventure of a lifetime or a great stress, depending on whether you’re the designated driver or just […]
18 May 2023

5 amazing UK road trips

Whether it’s just for a change of scenery and a weekend away, or part of a longer adventure which takes you further afield, a road trip […]
2 May 2023

What is soft hiking?

When it comes to workouts, I’m going to be very honest with you: I’m not what you call a Sporty Spice. The chance that you’ll meet […]
27 April 2023

5 incredibly scenic cycling routes in Europe

A holiday just gets better when you get to discover places by bike. Of course it takes quite the effort, but you don’t have to spend […]
9 March 2023

A night in the Sahara Desert

What is the Sahara Desert and what makes it so special? As the second-largest desert in the world, the Sahara has an area equivalent to the […]
2 March 2023

Is Vietnam King Kong’s land?

Looking at the headline of this article, one could wonder: What does Vietnam have to do with King Kong? In fact, it has nothing to do […]
28 February 2023

Is Ban Gioc Waterfall worth visiting?

When talking about the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, sometimes this huge gem in Northern Vietnam is not even mentioned. However, Ban Gioc is one […]
17 February 2023

5 private islands you can rent without being rich

To many of us, a private island seems like something out of a Hollywood movie. Imagine a romcom situated in an exotic country, where the lead […]
17 February 2023

5 fun European cycling holidays to try

Cycling is a great way to get around, not just in your daily life but on holiday too. Cycle tourism helps to lower the negative environmental […]
13 December 2022

The Transylvanian hiking trail is open for business

In the history of men, surely, there’s no vampire better known than Dracula. Sure, Edward and his friends tried to steal that title from him but […]
20 October 2022

Holidays for horselovers? Get to know Portugal’s Lusitano horses

The Lusitano horse is for many a symbol of Portugal. Strong and noble-looking, they can be of any solid colour, from palomino to black, but most […]
19 October 2022

Magic in the Underground

There is an impressive subterranean world in Spain. Truly magical underground places that amaze us with their strange formations. Inside, the art of nature translates into […]
30 September 2022

Anantara Layan Phuket Resort adds 400m zipline for thrill seeking guests

Taking adventure to new heights, Anantara Layan Phuket Resort has added a 400-metre long zipline to the cliffside of its Layan Active Zone. The zipline, suspended […]
15 September 2022

4 wildlife travellers making a difference

For some people, the ultimate getaway involves quality time at an infinity pool in an idyllic island setting, cocktail in hand, with wait staff standing by […]
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