Photography trip to Portugal — every frame a gift

I came to Portugal specifically for photography and the country delivered material at every turn. Jerónimos Monastery at dawn was everything I'd hoped. Faro's streets at dusk are an endless source of light and texture. The people, once comfortable with a camera, are extraordinary subjects.

stunning Atlantic coastline gave me some of my favourite images of the year. The only practical note: some towns still very cash-based — plan around it. Otherwise this is a photographer's dream. I've rarely come home with so much usable material from a single trip.