Thursday - Lisbon.

Flew Malta-Zurich-Lisbon. Only just got on the Lisbon flight, got the last 2 seats after someone didn't show up! Next day, got the tram into Lisbon, and walked along the waterfront. Found the famous Rua Augusta Arch, then wandered through the city. Very vibrant, very very busy and hot. Walked up the steep narrow streets to Jorge, a Castle on the hill. Richard had sardines for lunch, happy boy! Lots of houses are tiled, not painted - more expensive than paint, but lasts a lifetime. It certainly makes the place bright and cheerful. Went for a ride on the tram - going through the narrow streets was amazing - the finicular still wasn't running. Dinner, we found a lovely Italian restaurant - sitting on the roadside, Richard in his swim shorts bottom, and me in my pj's... but that's another story!!Read more