We've spent the last two nights at Sao Saturnino, or something like that. It's a former convent now converted into a hotel. It's amazing, but we've been without internet until just this morning, and we are about to leave here in about 20 minutes, so this will be quick post.On Friday, we left the Pergola … Continue reading Day 3: Leaving the Convent →

I wish I could share more photos, but we had trouble uploading photos from the camera. Such a shame because Cascais is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. The sea is the most perfect color of green/blue and very clear. We could see fish swimming just beneath the surface in the harbor. … Continue reading Cascais Is Almost Too Beautiful To Leave →

Yesterday was so much fun. It was a day of great views and great walks. We were out by 9:30 and making our way to do the Barrio Alto and Chiado stroll. That walk took us through neighborhoods, into parks and squares and to some beautiful views of the city. We love churches, so we … Continue reading Lisbon Day 2 →

We're having morning coffee in Lisbon on the balcony of our hotel room. It's a beautiful sunny day and we're about to set off with Rick Steves guidebook in hand to see the city.We arrived in the city at about 8 a.m. Tuesday, April 28. The plane trip was not pleasant, and there was a … Continue reading Hello Lisbon! →