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22/02/2012 08:48
Bangkok in Lisbon
Source: lisboasos.blogspot.com via Mary on Pinterest
Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn is in Lisbon in two-day visit to Portugal on the occasion of the celebrations of the 500th...
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09/02/2012 07:59
Cataplana Unique Portuguese cooking Pot
A cataplana is a copper pan made of two clam shells that can be sealed with a clamp. The origins of this cooking contraption are lost in time. In the early 20th centuries Portuguese hunters carried cataplanas loaded with onions and tomatoes, so they could cook game on a wood fire. Later, in...
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06/02/2012 18:47
Portugals Tall ship Spotted
Caught a glimpse of Portugal's square rigger the Sagres on Monday coming back via the marginal after a great Sintra tour with a couple from Long Island. Notice that The Order of the Knights of Christ adorn the sails.
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27/01/2012 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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14/01/2012 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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11/01/2012 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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04/04/2011 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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09/03/2011 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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30/12/2010 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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30/12/2010 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...