Alexandre Kühl Oliveira: Alexandre Kühl Oliveira has been working as a travel photojournalist for the last 9 years. With over 200 published articles on nacional and international magazines, he has covered places on Africa, Asia, South America and Europe. Lisbon is where he feels at home...

REVIEW: Chic Bairro Alto Hotel

Right in the centre of where everything is happening, this 2005 hotel was a turning point to the city. The luxurious atmosphere with a mix of classic and contemporary design in an 18th century restored building sets the ground for a terrific stay. Arriving to the hotel, it’s hard to miss the two cast iron sculpture greeting the guests. Through its 5 floors, spacious rooms are decorated with a Portuguese typical colour theme, meeting the highest standards of comfort. Add to it a sophisticated...

August 31st, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Lisboa Mágica -Street Magic World Festival

The 31st of August will be the last day of Lisboa Mágica – Street Magic World Festival. This festival has been going since 2006 and promises good entertainment. Magicians from all over the world (Argentina, Germany, Spain, USA, Portugal,…) bring us their shows – from the traditional cards tricks and rabbits coming out of a hat to the most up-to-date illusions. Around 170 shows will be held on streets. Baixa district will be the privilege area for the performers, but you...

August 29th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

REVIEW: Alfama Patio Hostel

If you’ll like to experience the traditional Lisbon, Alfama is definitely one of the places to go. This is the original settlement of the city and the most traditional district of the Old Town. A labyrinth of small streets with white clothes hanging out the windows to dry, colourful flowers and legendary yellow trams winding up its narrow streets make the perfect scenery for the amazing district. Set in this pearl to be discovered, Alfama Patio Hostel is a cheap option that is rich in atmosphere...

August 20th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

REVIEW: Living Lounge Hostel

Since July 2008 Lisbon has something new to offer. Something totally different. This new Hostel in placed in downtown Lisbon, at Baixa district. From here it’s just a short walt to Bairro Alto or Alfama. The metro (subway) is just across the road as well as the bus system. But it’s inside where things have changed. This place takes hostel art and traveling life to a whole new level. Every room at the hostel (single, double and dorms) is a unique work of art, having been individually...

August 20th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Cheap but nice – Hostels

Until recently, cheap stayings in Lisbon mainly meant simple rooms at Pensões and Residenciais. Recently Hostels have pick up and the offer has changed dramatically. Lisbon now has several cool hostels featuring modern design right in the center of the city, with some of them even ranking among the world’s best. These Hostels include breakfast, linen and Internet. Prices range from 17 to 30€, depending on the hostel and the room you choose – twin or mix dorm. More information...

August 20th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Lisbon with a car

A few places you should not miss in case you have a car: Praia do Meco – On the other side of the river, following directions to Sesimbra, this small village by the sea has some of the most beautiful beaches around Lisbon. And it’s also one of the best spots to taste some of our traditional sea food; Sintra – The village needs no introduction. This magical mountain host one of the most beautiful villages in Portugal. You’ll be able to explore a Castle, a few palaces and amazingly...

August 11th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

A swim in the ocean to cool down the summer heat

Lisbon lies at the feet of the river Tagus, and obviously has a strange connection with the sea. Especially in the summer when the daytime can get a bit too hot. In such a case, you might consider going for a swim in the ocean. Here are some of the best spots around the city. Before anything else, try to manage your beach trip during the week, when there’s more sand and less noise. You’ll have basically three destinations you can choose from: •- ...

August 11th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Festival dos Oceanos (Oceans Festival) – August

In many other cities around the world, the summer brings along a calendar full of activities and festivals. Lisbon is no exception. Once again, Festival dos Oceanos brings to Lisbon different kind of events to be held by the river. From the 2nd to the 16th of August the oceans are the main theme for concerts, street and multimedia events, theatre, conferences and expositions along the water front. Some of the things you can see are: •- ...

August 5th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Sardines for the summer

Coming to Lisbon in the summer, or to Portugal, for that matter, and not eating grilled sardines is almost as bad as going to the Vatican and not seeing the Pope. If you’ve seen canned sardines in your local store, chances are they’re from Portugal. Still, you have to try the real thing. From late May until October, the sardines in Portugal are fresh, large and extremely tasty. Restaurants, from the fanciest to the simplest, add "Ha sardinhas"–"We have sardines"–to...

August 5th, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Vegetarian Restaurants

Being a vegetarian (well I do eat fish from time to time), one of the first things I like to know when I go outside Lisbon is where are the best vegetarian restaurants. Here’s a list of 10 places that you can’t go wrong. I divided it in areas so it’s simpler for you. Some of them only serve lunch, but are still quite good. (All you meat eaters don’t’ get scared. In Portugal, everyone likes to talk…I will tell you all about the best places to eat meat in due time) Saldanha...

July 31st, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More

Jazz in August Lisbon in August with a jazz festival is as certain as a sun burn at the beach. This is the 25th year of quality jazz music, with many names of prestige. Extensões, the name given to this year’s festival, will have an extensive geographic as well as temporal coverage. You’ll be able to see musicians from Japan or a revisited Anthony Braxton. Other names are: Otomo Yoshihide, Satoko Fuji Min-Yoh, Paap, John Zorn, Taylor Ho Bynum, Memorizes the Sky, Sylvie Courvoisier,...

July 31st, 2008 | Lisbon | Read More