Hugo was a delightful host! He offered to meet me at the metro station when I arrived...and when I declined and then got lost, he came to find me and we laughed about it.

The apartment is described perfectly. Right in the heart of Barrio Alto, but on a quiet street. The room is sunny and spacious, in the back of the flat -- nice view, no noise. Clean. Simple.

My experience was more like that of a friend than a "guest." Hugo didn't have a bunch of brochures and maps lying around. However, he was more than happy to make suggestions and mark up my map. The last night of my visit we stayed up watching a debate on television and Hugo explained the political climate in Portugal.