Lisbon

Stuff we have seen and done: I must say that it wasn’t my favourite place, Portugal and NB: avoid sleeping within the toll roads – big ticket price on exit.

• St George’s Castle – there is a lot of walking around and up, especially upwards walking towards castles but though I enjoyed this castle, it wasn’t my favourite.
• Listen to Fado – usually in pubs and cafes
• Museums & strolls around the cobblestone streets and have some paella.
• Explore the art and architecture from the gothic to the historical.
• Tour Tour Tour – these countries are best on tour if Portugese is not a language of yours. I prefer bus tours.

Things to Know:

• They don’t have a huge interest outside of tourists spots if you are a foreigner.
• Be careful and cover your belongings.
• Avoid talking about religion, politics and colonial wars.
• Portugese do not have a lot of money so don’t flaunt it or walk around too proud, it could cause trouble with locals depending on where you travel.