I will always cherish the time I got to spend in Lisboa, and Hugo played a huge part in how much I enjoyed it. He was friendly and articulate, and the several nights we ate out or just sat around and talked were highlights of my trip. The room was exactly as advertised; the view from my window will remain in my mind as a terra cotta memory.

The location was perfect, on a meandering street of the old city, near enough to the night life of Bairro Alto that the walk was minimal but far enough that I could sleep with the window open and only hear the settled city, an occasional happy voice. It became my home base in every good sense, and I would gladly return.

Hugo opened his home to me in every way, and I consider him a friend. I will miss the conversations we had and treasure the memories of my stay.