Category: Lisbon
-
Ah, Portugal. In 2012, we decided to include Lisbon in our Spain tour. It was a spontaneous decision, but it turned out to be the best choice we made. Lisbon was amazing—the food, the atmosphere, the attractions. Then there’s Sintra, a place with a unique history that dates back to the 9th century when it…
-
On our arrival in Lisbon. Portugal, we were saddened to be informed that my cousin Lynn’s husband Dale had succumbed to cancer. This put a damper on an otherwise exuberant day, and we would think of him and his family often during the trip. We had last seen Dale in a set of unusual circumstances…
-
We awoke early on the second day, feeling the worse for wear from the dual effects of jet lag and my jet lag cure. What is my jet lag cure you ask. Well, it is simple. Get where you are going, then find a nice place to sit and drink. Drink copious amounts of alcohol,…
-
We landed in beautiful Lisbon, Portugal after our standard 14 hour flight from Calgary to pretty much anywhere. As usual British Airways provided a great experience, a great airline. Landing in Lisbon Grabbed a cab at the Lisbon Portela Airport and headed to our B&B, Zuza B&B. We booked this B&B back in March of…
-
Enjoying the view over a morning coffee. This is taken from the terrace of our b&b, Zuzabed. Luis is the owner and runs an excellent place. Highly recommended.