We had Ricardo as our guide for the Sintra, Pena Palace, Cascais, and Cabo da Roca trip, and he did an excellent job. He was extremely knowledgeable, shared lots of interesting information. What really stood out was how personable he was. He shared some of his own experiences and gave us insight into what life is like as a younger person living in Portugal, which made the tour feel much more personal. He was also constantly checking in with the group, especially given how hot it was, and making sure everyone was doing okay and had everything they needed. My only recommendation would be to have a small gallery of photos ready to quickly pull up when something comes up in conversation. For example, while driving to Palace, if he mentions a person, historical event, or something about the castle, having a relevant photo ready instead of looking it up. I’ve had other guides do this and really appreciated it. Overall, Ricardo was a fantastic guide. I’d definitely recommend his tour!