You can trust all of the great reviews that Jorge has received here. He’s that kind of friendly person I felt I always knew as soon as I met him. He’s very intelligent, helpful with suggestions and has a great sense of humor. All of his suggestions were perfect.
About the location, it was perfect for me. Though it’s not central Porto, there are 2 buses in front of the apartment that will take you directly to the center quickly. And it’s a scenic bus trip. Gaia is a residential area that I looked forward to returning to every evening despite how fun Porto was.
I had the best coffee next door at the cafe/bakery. The long and short espressos were the best I remember ever having. The restaurant on the other side makes the famous sandwich. I got to know some of the people working in these places which made me feel like I was part of a community in just the 4 days I was there. I’ve traveled a lot and this was one of the peak experiences of my life.
Oh, and one of the best views of Porto is a short 5 minute walk away at Graham’s wine cellars! 10 minutes down the quaint, winding road takes you to the river. Not much sidewalk space (and none in some short areas) so be careful. Drivers are cautious but you’ve got to be careful too.
I loved Porto, one of the most beautiful and friendliest cities in the world!