When life leads you to a junction where you have to make decisions with limited amount of time, I normally will pack my things and go somewhere alone to find inspirations.

Under this state of mind I went to Porto and stayed with Jorge and his friend Jorge for a few days, which turns out to be more than just a fantastic airbnb room rental experience.

Jorge's flat is , as everyone mentioned, unbelievably located at the point where the River Douro rushing into the Atlantic ocean . Your have that 180 degree full scale vision of THE scenario from sun broke to sun down. The huge and modern flat is carefully made clean and comfortable for me and has (more than) everything I needed. The location is super convenient transportation wise and the area safe.

Jorge is super fun to hang with. Young, caring and passionate. Very kindly Jorge drove me to the beach to watch the sunset at his favorite spot where he and his friend meet and skate. He probably is one of the most energetic person I met (never seen anyone laughs like that!) and that energy feels positive and encouraging. He is always there when I needed any thing or any information. I went out with Jorge and his large group of friends the last evening in Porto to experience the real Porto night life from bar to bar - they all very friendly and it was so much funnnnn !

Jorge's friend Jorge is another very great character. He kindly offered a ride to the supermarket , helped me carrying the bags and cooked a nice dinner to share with me when I was too lazy to dine out… He shared his view of life , his beliefs and doubts and his dream in the future. Jorge is the one who encourages me to get out there and experience the real pulse of the city and thank you Jorge for that !

I think above all my point is , I can't imagine a better few days in Porto. Jorge and Jorge showed me the bright side of Portuguese hospitality , their young and passionate way of being . There's something powerful , honest and genuine with absolutely no doubt.

Jorge + Jorge, Porto style, keep it REAL ;)

Love,
Xiaoxiao x