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2012-01-27 13:27
#PortDay in Lisbon
Why should the US have all the fun for #Portday so yours truely decided to get busy here in Lisbon's fair city to right things in the land that produces this lovely nectar!
With the help of @AndreaInWine Catavinho writer & neighbor here in the wonderful Lisbon parish Campo...
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2012-01-14 10:59
Portugal's Venice
Aveiro with its canals is known as Portugal's Venice enjoy this little video I love it.
Aveiro By Water from anabelasantiago on Vimeo.
#Portugal's #Venice enjoy this little video of the canals & seaweed gathering boats. Share it with your...
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2012-01-11 16:04
Largest Lisbon Photo
Panorma view of city Lisbon showing her red roofs and the river. Have fun checking the zoom in feature click here.
One of my favorite view points to start a Lisbon day trip or shore tour is high on the hill.
From Graca the tour follows the 28 tram route and passes the...
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2011-04-04 15:08
Lisbon Fish & Flavours - 17 April 2011
Not to be missed by lovers of all things good to eat and drink - Portugal at its best.
If you are on a cruise during this April event stop over and have yourself a gourmet time at this event - it starts at noon and is right downtown so no excuse to miss getting your taste of Portugal. Let me...
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2011-03-09 10:23
Saudade Longing for Lisbon
My husband found this great video shot in Lisbon this morning. It just encapsulates the Portuguese idea of Saudade or longing, the linchpin of Fado music. Having lived here in my adopted home port of Lisbon I find this concept affecting me also - it is in the air.
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2010-12-30 16:31
The WORLD'S Top Ten Best Cruise Lines
Here is the top 10 world's best cruise lines, they all call into Lisbon in 2011: Cruise lines are in the business of giving their guests a good time, so they've all got something going for them. There is a great deal of misleading information offered to the public about the relative merits...
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2010-12-30 14:01
Best Ships for Cruisers With Disabilities
Ask if the cruise line has a Special Needs brochure; many lines have published these brochures, detailing the amenities offered to those with disabilities.
Holland America even offers a DVD. In addition, many lines have Access Departments, whose staff can help you make sure you have all...
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2010-12-08 11:34
Lisbon Taven On 28 Tram Route
Tasca da Esquina – Vitor Sobral’s Version of a Corner Tavern Everything Mega-Chef Vitor Sobral does is about taking rich Portuguese flavors and transforming them into modern tastes and textures. His current stage for displaying his talents is Tasca da Esquina, a small, but very popular,...
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2010-12-04 16:43
Christmas Wine Tasting Tour
Originally uploaded by Bacalhoa.Vinhos
Quinta da Bacalhôa, an ancient Portuguese Royal Residence, is considered the most beautiful early 15th century estate that still exists in Portugal. Bacalhôa Wines who run the winery are offering a Special Christmas treat on 20, 21 & 22 December with...
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2010-11-29 10:50
Lisbon Lights Up For Christmas 2010
Lisbon Lights Up For Christmas
Lisbon’s Christmas lights were switched on this weekend. Budget cuts canceled the annual gigantic Christmas tree but the streets downtown and in major commercial areas are now lit up and decorated with the spirit of the holiday season. The...
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2011-10-04 18:30
Boiling Hot in Lisbon today
Boiling Hot in Lisbon today at 33ºC Poor guards outside the Portuguese Parliament