LISBON, PORTUGAL

MUSEU NACIONAL DO AZULEJO

Casamento da Galinha is one of the most enigmatic tile panels at Lisbon’s Museu Nacional do Azulejo. 

A chicken is transported in a coach, driven by a monkey, in front of two elephants.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 PRAÇA LUÍS DE CAMÕES

Lisbon’s historic Praça Luís de Camões — named for a great literary figure — plays prominently in another masterpiece:

Jose Saramago’s The Year of the Death of Ricardo Reis.

LISBON NEST

MODERN COMFORT IN HISTORICAL, TRADITIONAL AREA OF MAGICAL LISBON

The local food and culture recommendations in the Lisbon Nest’s guest guidebook are amazing.

I never would have found world class restaurant Estamine and many others in the area -- without their book of prime suggestions.

Considering that this nearly 400 SF home is often priced below the cost of a barely more than 100 SF hotel room -- I would say book it every chance you get.

Bedding is super comfy.

They have thought of everything -- including a trio of space heaters for those chilly spring nights on the highest windswept hill of beautiful Lisboa.

One other thing to note, the apartment is in an old, traditional building -- but everything is super modern and updated inside.

Expect warm water in the shower and appliances that are almost brand new.

LISBON NEST

MODERN COMFORT IN HISTORICAL, TRADITIONAL AREA OF MAGICAL LISBON

The Lisbon Nest vacation apartment is naturally cooled.

I have not stayed there in June, July or August -- so they may want to put air conditioning on the list of upgrades.

It is up 15 steps in a super traditional old Lisbon neighborhood apartment complex.

It's not a knock, just a head's up that the unit is not at all suitable for people with disabilities. 

And it may not be ideal for those that have trouble doing steps -- 

though all of Lisbon is hilly and has alleys that become steep staircases, so if you're up for the city, you should do fine with Lisbon Nest.

 

 

 

 

LISBON NEST

MODERN COMFORT IN HISTORICAL, TRADITIONAL AREA OF MAGICAL LISBON

This was my second time staying a week at Lisbon Nest and the third time at a Nest property in the perfect Lisbon neighborhood of Graca.

Valeria is a wonderful point person. 

She keeps in touch via text/whatsapp, meets you the second you leave your rideshare and saves your neck when you misplace the key.

The property is big enough to live in year round.

It has everything including a big kitchen with dishwasher and clothes washer.

Everything is clean and spotless.

I slept like a baby. 

You can hear the neighbors just a tiny bit, but it's a very quiet property for an increasingly loud and bustling city.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

FÁBRICA DE CERÂMICA VIÚVA LAMEGO

The Viúva Lamego Ceramics Factory was founded in 1849 by António da Costa Lamego.

This was the workshop of the company, on Lisbon’s busy Avenida Almirante Reis.

 It features some of the most spectacular azulejos in Portugal.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

FÁBRICA DE CERÂMICA DA VIÚVA LAMEGO 

Viúva Lamego Ceramics Factory was founded in 1849. This was the showroom, on Largo Intendente.

It features stunning Portuguese azulejos.

Regrettably, some depict people in stereotypical, not appropriate images.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

LARGO DE INTENDENTE 

Rounded corner building adorned with Portuguese tiles hosting a modest cafe with apartments above on Largo de Intendente Arroios Lisbon. 

Tell us Paris has anything more beautiful, human scaled or enchanting than this.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

THE COOLEST NEIGHBORHOOD IN THE WORLD

Arroios, Lisbon, in Portugal was recently named the coolest neighborhood in the world by Time Out. 

The small parish is a hub for art, restaurants and design.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 MOURARIA LISBOA

It would not be Lisbon without tons of laundry draped over small balconies, drying over tiled facades in 300 days of sunshine per year. 

This is Rua do Benformoso in Mouraria

LISBON, PORTUGAL

IGREJA DE SÃO DOMINGOS 

Igreja de São Domingos is a church in Lisbon, Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.

The church was dedicated in 1241 and was almost completely destroyed in the 1754 earthquake.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 PANTEAO NACIONAL

Daybreak over Baroque dome of Panteao Nacional on Alfama hill Lisbon.

The 17th century Church of Santa Engrácia holds the tombs and cenotaphs of Portugal’s most important people.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 LISBON CATHEDRAL

Se de Lisboa. 

From a different perspective overlooking Rio Tagus.

Image taken from Museu do Aljube – Resistencia e Liberdade

Sun kissed Portugal photos require no doctoring.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 WELCOME TO DAMAS – YOU ARE HOME NOW

Live view from my customary window seat at the incomparable Damas.

You must visit this restaurant, bar and safe haven in the heart of magical hilltop Graca Lisboa.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 BASILICA DA ESTRELA

Basilica da Estrela.

The 1790 landmark anchors a park-filled middle class Lisbon neighborhood.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 ALFAMA ALLEYS

Fresh air break from Restaurante o Canto do Poeta.

The night belongs to Fado.

Alfama Lisbon Portugal.

Photo pure, no edits.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 RESTAURANTE O CANTO DO POETA

Fado time Alfama Lisbon Portugal.

Restaurante o Canto do Poeta — almost there. 

Teresa will have my favorite gin with jam cocktail at my corner table.

FLEA MARKET FINDS IN LISBON

 NON STOP DANCING 1976 BY JAMES LAST

I bought some goods at Feira da Ladra, aka Mercado de Santa Clara in Lisbon. 

But I can’t believe I passed up “non stop dancing 1976” by James Last. 

I found out the bandleader sold 200 million albums and had 200 gold records on his native Germany.

LISBON, PORTUGAL

 UNIVERSAL DESIGN -- BLESSED BY THE HEAVENS

I’ve always said Universal Design is sustainable, durable, flexible and valuable.

Here, at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian in Lisbon Portugal, the heavens light the way to the ramp of access for all.

PONTA DA PIEDADE GROTTO TOUR IN LAGOS BY VIATOR

GREAT VALUE AND SAFE AT SEA WITH SUPER PROFESSIONAL

ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE

As most of you know, Viator works with thousands of subcontractors.

They are up front about telling you what sub is conducting your tour.

When I arrived at the docks, an English speaking person told me I was the only one that booked for my time.

I feared I would be left to fend for myself, despite having a very tight daily schedule.

No, he placed me on another boat with a top notch captain and English speaking guide.

All was well.

No worries with Viator.