Here’s what Rick Steves says about Lisbon:
Lisbon is a ramshackle but charming mix of now and then. Vintage trolleys shiver up and down hills, bird-stained statues mark grand squares, taxis rattle and screech through cobbled lanes, and well-worn people sip coffee in Art Nouveau cafes. It’s a city of faded ironwork balconies, multicolored tiles, and TV antennas. Men in suits and billed caps talk on side streets.
We quite agree. This is the Lisbon we observed, enjoyed, and appreciated!
So we packed our backpacks, said “Good –bye” to the man at the front desk and began our long walk to the port at around 11:00. We took it slow because we had plenty of time and because we paused in any kind of shade in order to protect Ross’ head. Even though we were instructed not to arrive before 3:oo, by the time we got there at 12:30, they let early birds check in and board the ship! They even provide lunch for us.
Our cabin is beautiful and spacious. A large window is above our bed – we love that! The style of the interior of the ship is very classic (honey – toned maple wood, Roman statues, gold accents, classical music – you get the idea).
At 5:oo we had the muster. At 5:30, Ross signed up for rock climbing. At 5:45, the band started playing, people started dancing, and at 6:10 we headed out to sea. Dinner began at 6:30. We were placed at a table set for 10. A couple from Ohio, Chris and Becky, soon arrived. They were just married this past Saturday! Then, two couples, P.J. and Connie, and Joe and Mary, from the west coast of Ireland, soon followed. What a great time we had! Another couple from Sweden sat at our table, and the lady was promptly bumped into by a serving cart. She decided they had better find a safer table, so off they went. Dinner is going to be a hoot for the next week – that’s for sure! We thank God for His Divine providence – He truly is good – all the time!
Ship - Splendor of the Seas
Our stateroom (or cabin)
Another look at our cabin
Top Deck - Lisbon in the background
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