Back To Africa..

Yesterday I was only 972 miles from Sao Tome but the challenges of Intra-Africa travel make it more convenient to actually travel 2500+904+2900 (6304) miles to get there. What should have been lessBaca lagi
Via Madrid

On the way to Lisbon.. My first time flying Iberia Express.. A Spirit kind of experience.
Lisbon Transit

From most places Lisbon offers the best flight options to Sao Tome. However, because of the flight schedules and my itinerary, I get to spend a day and night here.
A Beautiful Fall Day

The air is clean and crisp as I begin about a 40 minute walk to my hotel near the airport. This gives me an opportunity to enjoy some Portugal "Fall Colors" as I navigate my way thru quaint streets toBaca lagi
Not The Best Room View

But for my needs and the price B&B Hotel is perfect for my overnight airport stay. There's a grocery store across the street and lots of dining options if you don't mind venturing out.
Gelados Deliciosos..

And many more delightful options..
Continente Modelo

A very bearable store to shop in with all types of goods and services available.
Caso Do Kebab..

Can you say.. Delicious.. and for only 5 Euro with a drink included. Don't forget to add some "Spicy Sauce".
The Pride Of Portugal..

Maybe?.. Fancy Sardines. I wonder if they have "Prince Albert" in the can.. then ??
In Flight.. On The Road

Snacks, Thanks to having a grocery store next door to B&B Hotel.
United Airlines

Inbound from Newark (EWR)
Bem-vindo a bordo

TP1527 an Airbus A321LR Neo. First Class to Sao Tome with a stop in Accra, Ghana.
Departing Lisbon

With nice views of the city and Portugal's coastline.
Departure Views

On a beautiful day for flying..
Lunch And A Movie..

It's "The Little Things" that matter at least according to Denzel in another of his fun to watch movies. With veal and a glass of vino.. I tend to agree.
Somewhere Over Ghana..

A storm is brewing as we pass over small villages and towns connected by clearly defined clay dirt roads.
A Storm Has Arrived...

And it is right along our path for landing so there is a turbulent delay as we wait for the storm to pass.
A Rainy Arrival...

But relatively smooth compared to power on.. power off tossing and pitching during our landing delay.
Accra, Ghana

A brief stop before continuing on to Sao Tome.
Sao Tome Airport

8 and a half hours after leaving Lisbon I arrive in Sao Tome. A quick.. No Visa required process and before long I on the way my hotel for the night.
Sweet Guest House

A one night stay that could easily have been longer at this welcoming and warm eco-friendly guest home style hotel that is centrally located. Friendly staff, nice facilities.
First Meal...

Delicious Fish Dinner.. with a taste of Octopus too.
Local Store..

Just across the street from Sweet Guest House.
Early Morning PCR

Now a normal part of traveling that is required to leave Sao Tome depending on your destination. Expect to spend 20-110 Euro for the pleasure..
Hit The Road Tunes...

Always fun to hear favorite songs in another language.