What I Would Be Doing…
Checking in on some of our favorite Lisbon restaurants via the internet and in person with our favorite Portuguese cafe in New York City.
Lisbon’s Hipster Neighborhoods and the Digital Nomad
The 2019 follow-up to my popular article on Lisbon's hipster neighborhoods, with suggestions for those moving to the city as well.
Lisbon’s Book Fair Expands
A visit to the 89th Feira do Livro in Lisbon and observations on this ever-expanding book fair devoted to building literacy and community.
Car Rental Options in Lisbon and the Algarve
More advice on renting a car in Portugal, with updated locations for pickup and dropoff.
The Perils of Overtourism
A discussion of the problem of overtourism and some thoughts on solutions that don't involve staying home and never going anywhere.
Richard’s 2018 Restaurant Reviews in Lisbon and Beyond
The 2018 roundup of restaurants in Lisbon includes many new and newly re-imagined ones, reflecting both greater economic prosperity and more tourism.
Portugal, a Family Destination
New options for families traveling to Portugal with children and teens, including a trip to the top of the iconic 25th of April Bridge.
The Restaurant on the Corner: A Gentrification Tale
The story of a favorite old restaurant captures the larger process of gentrification in Lisbon.
Lisbon’s African Roots Tour
A tour of Lisbon with a focus on the history of African peoples who were brought to the city as part of the slave trade and who moved there in the 20th century.
Lisbon’s Hipster Neighborhoods of 2017
A roundup of Lisbon's most lively, up-and-coming neighborhoods for visitors in 2017, where one can go beyond the typical tourist experience.