Arriving in Lisbon and meeting Monica & João was like returning to old friends: A very warm and exceptional welcome. They even provided some food (very delicious!) and drinks for me and advised me about where to go and what to eat - which I can only recommend further!
The apartment is even more beautiful than in the photos and you can hear the Fado played downstairs every evening. I even got to chat with a Fado singer and a musician one evening.
The view over Alfama and the river is equally nice and the atmosphere serene. While I was there, the were numerous local fiestas, which invited to mix with the locals (and watch soccer as well).
I was very sad when I had to leave and hope to be back soon!