Joao picked us at the airport and we instantly felt at home. He drove us to the flat, which was even nicer than in the photos. The place was perfectly clean and tidy, spotless and stylish. The neighborhood just amazing, we had dinner out every day and all the places we went to are within walking distance from the flat (Joao and Joanna have organized a very useful book with information about restaurants, museums and places). We love art and I have to say that I didn't expect such an eclectic variety of museums, especially modern and contemporary art places, really amazing. We went to a fado performance on Saturday night, also near the house, in the neighbourhood. So the only regret is that we spent only 3 days, a week would be the ideal stay to explore the city more thoroughly. We are really thinking of coming back, such a fascinating place with an atmosphere which is difficult to describe. Our hosts also booked us the taxi on Tuesday morning, they were really helpful and they reply just immediately if you send them a message. So, what more could I say? The flat has everything you need and even more, electrical appliances and all the minor things you are likely to forget when you leave (hairdryer, shampoo ...) and the kitchen is just perfect to have breakfast in the morning (delicious bakeries and pastelarias in the area), especially if you travel with an adolescent child that doesn't feel like waking up in the morning.
So, thank you, we had a wonderful stay!!!
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