April 2010
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Intro
Yes, if you don’t know me, I am crazy. I decided on a whim to go to Portugal for the weekend. I’d never been to Lisbon, and I didn’t want to wait until my next trip to Europe! I needed a break! My travel mantra: 3-day weekends — I’m out of town. 4-day weekends? I’m out of the country!
Using frequent flyer miles, I was lucky to find a seat going anywhere with such short notice! It does explain why I had stopovers in Los
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Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon, Portugal
Along with the nearby Tower of Belém, the gorgeous Mosteiro dos Jerónimos is an extraordinary example of Manueline architecture. This style is seen here in the ornate arches of the monastery’s courtyard. The highlight, however, of a trip to Lisbon’s Belém parish is a taste of the delectable egg custard tarts at the Pastéis de Belém pastry shop — join the long queue and be patient, they are worth it!
