The Alcova blog
Swinger blog: the lifestyle, eroticism and couples
Guides, advice and ideas to enjoy the lifestyle with elegance, trust and discretion, in Lisbon, Porto and beyond.
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Swingers in Lisbon
Swinging in Lisbon: how the capital's lifestyle scene works, where to meet couples and swingers, the etiquette to follow and how to get started discreetly.
Swingers in Porto
Swinging in Porto and northern Portugal: how the lifestyle scene works, where to meet couples, the etiquette to follow and how to start discreetly.
Swingers in Portugal
Swinging in Portugal: how the lifestyle works, where to meet couples in Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve and Madeira, the etiquette and how to start discreetly.
swinging for beginners · lifestyle · couples
What Is Swinging? A Beginner's Guide to the Lifestyle
What is swinging, really? Our beginner's guide explains soft swap and full swap, how couples take their first steps, and the myths worth leaving behind.
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First Time at a Swinger Club in Portugal: What to Expect
Planning your first visit to a swinger club in Portugal? Here is what to expect in Lisbon, Porto or the Algarve: dress code, etiquette and the golden rule.
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Swinger Glossary A–Z: Lifestyle Terms Explained
New to the lifestyle? Our swinger glossary explains the key terms from A to Z, from soft swap and full swap to unicorn, hotwife and same room, clearly.
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How to Talk About Sexual Fantasies With Your Partner
Want to share a fantasy but not sure how? Learn how to talk about sexual fantasies with your partner: when to start, what to say and how to handle the reply.
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Threesome Tips for Couples: Bring It Up, Prepare, Enjoy
Thinking about a threesome? Our threesome tips for couples cover how to bring it up, choose the right third person, set boundaries and enjoy it together.
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Meeting Swingers for the First Time: Tips and Safety
Meeting a couple or single from a swinger dating site for the first time? Our tips cover chatting, verifying profiles, first-date etiquette and safety.
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12 Ideas to Rekindle Desire in Your Relationship
Feeling the spark fade? Discover 12 sensual, playful ideas to rekindle desire in your relationship, from slow seduction to sharing fantasies as a couple.
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Jealousy in Swinging Couples: Rules, Trust and Aftercare
Jealousy in swinging and open couples is normal. Learn to understand it, set rules that work and practise aftercare that strengthens your relationship.
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Sexual Health for Swingers: Condoms, STI Tests, PrEP
A practical guide to sexual health for swingers: condoms, regular STI testing, PrEP and how to talk about results, with tips for testing in Portugal.
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Swinger Etiquette: The Golden Rules of Consent
Consent, courtesy and discretion are the heart of swinger etiquette. Discover the golden rules every couple and single should know before meeting anyone.