I don't have very many complaints about any of the hostels I've stayed at so far, but this one in Lisbon is definitely one of the BEST! Its clean, well-run, they have a lady cooking eggs and toast for you in the morning, AND they have different events planned every night for all the guests! Yesterday was "wine night" where we got to sample a bunch of different Portuguese wine- white, red, port, and even GREEN wine! I had never heard of it before but it was quite good! Tonight they are hosting a pub crawl so I think for my last night in Lisbon I might just have to go all out and join them! I figure I won't be going to many pub crawls when my mom is in town, so I should get it out of my system now! (although Barb has been known to have one glass of wine and go a little crazy so you never know! haha)
Today was another hot day in Lisbon and another full day of sightseeing! I first headed up to the Alfama area of town- I had heard about a free walking tour at 11am, but I went and no one showed up! (Perhaps it was only running in the summer?) So instead I just toured myself around the area, went back to the hostel for a quick pit stop, and ten I was off to the Belem area. I saw tons of interesting stuff, plus I made a very important stop at "Pasteis de Belem". They are known across Portugal as having the best pasteis de nata (custard tarts). I think the lady kind of looked at me funny when I only ordered one, and now I know why- they were delicious! I wish I could send some home for you all to try! Or I could just eat a few more in you honour...ha ha!
Love, Dianna
Diana,
ReplyDeleteI have been following you in your journey through Europe via your blog and it seems you are having a wonderful time! I must admit I have been sort of living through you, as I always wanted to travel Europe, but haven't had a chance, nor am I brave enough to venture out alone. Anyhow, I've especially enjoyed your posts about Portugal; it brings me right back to my own trip to Portugal and the many family photos I have see over the years. Enjoy your trip and keep blogging!
Thank you! Now if only I knew who you were! haha....the only person I can guess is Rebecca cuz she is the only Portugese person I can think of! Anyways, whoever you are, THANKS! :)
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