Cascais Portugal I…read morelove this coastal fishing town. This area of Portugal is much different from Lisbon, the restaurants, shopping, condos and apartments all resides from the small beach and fishing port there. It's off the beaten path of course. I can actually see myself living there, it has everything to accommodate ocean front living. While there we were looking for a spot to have dinner, it was so many establishments to choose from... they the American usual McDonald, Burger King however the choices for local grub seemed endless (if your will to walk). It's a seafood lover haven. We stopped at "Mir" traditional Portuguese Restaurant. We order calamari, garlic shrimp, grilled lamb chops, and Egyptian Tagine. Everything was amazing, came out hot and everything was delicious. Ok, it's hard for foreigners to choose establishments because overseas restaurants solicit on the streets for your business. So, be an adult, take your time and know what you like. Having a great time!!!!

The captain made a decision yesterday to change our ship's routing for preparation and safety.read more

Tinned fish is popular in Portugal, so I wanted to try some. We stopped at another conserveira, and…read morethis place was more reasonably priced. It has been around since 1930. We went with the Portuguese Sardines in Olive Oil and Stuffed Squid. I haven't tried them yet, but have high hopes...

Personally, I think the visit depends on who you get at the counter. Our first time there, we had a…read moregentleman with salt and pepper hair and glasses, who was super quirky and patient explaining the different fish and varieties. There was clearly a love for the different fish and varieties offered. We bought a lot of tins and ended up going back 2 days later after trying a few. This time, however, the 2 people at the counter completely lacked friendliness. They were only interested in getting through their line. One of the guys couldn't even wrap and tie our properly. Complete 180 from the first visit and not as pleasant. Either way, the fish was quite good and the prices are way more reasonable than Comur and other shops. The first patient associate also explained to us fish with skin/bone is cheapest. Also, the intense flavors (pepper, spicy) are the best!

We walked in this neighborhood and it was surrounded by many nightclub and bar options. Most…read morebecome alive later in the night but walking through the streets is a treat. We came back later and the place was thriving with vendors and an awesome DJ! The food was amazing and i had the best churros I've ever tasted! Walking around the park and dancing to the incredible music the DJ played made for a very memorable evening. And you can see a beautiful view of the entire city!

Man, what a great discovery. We had an amazing evening there enjoying a fantastic live band that…read moreplayed everything from amazing blues to Jimi Hendrix' foxy lady. Great music loving crowd. Inexpensive drinks. If you're in Lisbon you've got to visit this place.

Time Out market is overwhelming and fun. Best to come with a small group, so you can finagle a…read moreplace to sit, while others in the group hunt and source for the best bites. There's a variety of options and cuisines available, plus beers, wine and cocktails for purchase. I would leave small children at home with a babysitter, as trying to maneuver through the crowds with a stroller is just too much to deal with. We liked the tacos, burgers and pad Thai. Desserts are also available.

Not until I went to Lisbon's Time Out Market did I grow excited about my place of lodging being a…read moremere 5-minute walk from here. I'd been to other Time Out Markets, in the US, and found them places which I had little desire to return to. Not this one, to which I returned at least 3 other times. It wasn't just the easy appeal of an amply-poured glass of great wine at an equally great price, but the whole vibe of the place, featuring the best of Portugal's best. Literally, everything looked appealing here; choosing what to eat to accompany that wine? That was my sole dilemma. One side of this place has eateries that feature really well-priced nightly specials, often selling out, which gives you an idea of their popularity. I frequently found myself in another stretch of the place, opting for a wonderfully fresh sushi platter that ran about $30US. If you do nothing more than come for food and drink you'll likely not notice that there's a really wonderful, artsy shop (A Vida Portuguesa) that features unique and beautiful gifts for yourself or others. Also, a bookstore upstairs and, during the daytime, a huge farmer's market/green-grocery in another space attached to the main hall, but easily overlooked. I highly recommend this Time Out Market, even suggesting you plan your stay to be in close proximity. That's how much I liked it.

Alfama is Lisbon's oldest neighborhood, probably founded by the Moors in the 8th century, and…read moreduring my vacation I LOVED spending time here. My husband and I walked around Alfama on two days, and we took a tuk-tuk ride here on one day. We saw a maze of steep narrow cobblestone alleys, houses with terracotta roofs, some small restaurants, courtyards, some shops, a tram, and old buildings such as São Jorge Castle, Lisbon Cathedral, and the National Pantheon of Santa Engracia. We enjoyed eating authentic Portuguese foods. Unfortunately, we missed out on listening to Fado music. I was here during daylight, and unlike some of the other Yelp reviewers, I never got lost, I never felt unsafe, and nobody mistreated me. The buildings were obviously old but were not in bad condition or dirty. I read that the neighborhood has been invested in and spruced up in recent years.

Alfama is a little medieval maze of charm and uphill cardio…read more We landed in Lisbon this June, just in time for the Popular Saints Festival, also known as Peak Grilled Sardine Season. Ha! Locals were out cooking on the sidewalks like they paid rent for the cobblestones, music was blasting from speakers that definitely failed an EU noise ordinance, and everyone was very merry. Alfama is Lisbon's oldest quarter, which is code for don't even try to use Google Maps. The streets are aggressively charming, like they dare you not to fall in love. This is a must walk around in if you're in Lisbon.

How is it I'm the first to write here about Belem?…read more Beautifully aged, a masterpiece of timeless buildings, architectural marvels and art at every corner. Belem lines the river and is the original location of Lisbon's port, the most western city of Europe as well as the oldest, the epicenter to Africa, Brazil, India and the rest of the known world. There are remains of castles - the Torre de Belem and Belem Palace, museums, parks, as well as the Ponte 25 De April Bridge, the world's 2nd longest suspension bridge. The Padrao dos Descobrimentos jets out with a lovely memorial to the history of sailors with men carved into the stone, standing on a sailboat, facing the river. These are just a few things to see. I would suggest taking a ferry or a boat out on the water and seeing Belem from that point of view as well as seeing the buildings directly. Lines can be long to get in. Another way is to take a tuk tuk tour.

This was a lovely spot with so much to see and do! It is easy to spend two or three full days here…read more Lovely cafes near the water and much to see and discover. We went to the tower of Belém, jeronimos monastery and the famous pastry store! We had a great time here and I even bought some souvenirs