Archive for January, 2008

Public transport: tram 28, a cheap ‘must-do’ Lisbon attraction

If you wanna get a good impression of the historical city of Lisbon, a very good idea is taking this typical little trolley, ‘elétrico 28′. This legendary tram 28 is a tourist attraction in itself. It goes all around town. Of course you can hop on and hop off. It passes the castle Sao Jorge, [...]

Video: Free hugs in Lisbon

No clue who these people are, but it’s a rather positive initiative… The video gives good impression of the Baixa Chiado area.

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Gay Lisbon: A brief introduction to the gay bars in Bairro Alto

Bairro Alto is a fantastic old neighbourhood in the center of the city. One of the oldest parts of town. Literally, Bairro Alto means ‘High neighbourhood’, as it is on top of one of the seven hills of Lisbon. It is a maze of narrow streets streets filled with old fashion and charming grocery stores [...]

Apartments: Two bedroom old house in the center of historic Lisbon, Alfama

This wonderful old house with three floors in historic Alfama is an excellent location to spend a perfect holiday in the heart of historic Lisbon. The owner is Portuguese and will be awaiting you on arrival with the keys and a nice bottle of wine. Pedro Silva also owns a famous bar in Bairro Alto named [...]

Apartments: Three bedroom apartment with lovely patio (30m2) in historic Lisbon, Mouraria

This old building in the heart of Mouraria, once home of Fado music and famous performer Amália Rodrigues (’Lady of Lisbon’) is suitable for a long weekend trip with your friends to explore Lisbon’s nightlife, a romantic week with your beloved or a summer holiday with your family. The patio of 30m2 (sunny from March [...]

Clubs: World famous club in Lisbon Lux Fragil

Many experts say this is one of the best clubs in Europe. A three floor building on a unique location along the river Tejo, near train station Santa Apolónia.

After his succes with the Bairro Alto club Fragil, Manuel Reis used his experiences in creating this trendy hotspot together with associate John Malkovitch (yes, you are [...]